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Former Harper Cabinet Minister Chris Alexander to Run for Mayor of Toronto

On Tuesday, former federal cabinet minister Chris Alexander confirmed his candidacy for Toronto mayor, joining a crowded field of over 30 candidates vying to lead the city.
Previously a Conservative Member of Parliament for Ajax-Pickering and Immigration Minister under Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Alexander also served as Canada's ambassador to Afghanistan from 2003 to 2005.
Alexander's campaign prioritizes improving Toronto's economy, transit, and housing, stating the city has been "standing still" and requires new vision and teamwork to succeed.
The race currently features incumbent Mayor Olivia Chow and Councillor Brad Bradford as main rivals, though ABC Toronto criticized Alexander's entry, claiming he has "no path to victory."
Alexander will officially register his campaign Wednesday morning, with detailed, costed proposals on his five priorities to be shared in the coming weeks.

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Former Conservative cabinet minister to run for Toronto mayor

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