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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 5h

Chronic homelessness is solvable and those solutions will make our entire community safer.

Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 5h

We need to be treating chronic homelessness with the same urgency as a flood or earthquake. We saw how the city jumped into action after the July 1st floods, this is the kind of swift and coordinated action I will be pushing for.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 21h

Kerry knows everyone’s name and she is who they go to if they need help. Do you have a Kerry in your building or on your block? Because people like her are what makes Centretown a great place to live. ❤️

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Alex Bozikovic @alexbozikovic.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Toronto bike lane removal. When your infrastructure project has huge police protection and the contractors hide the logos on their trucks and gear, you are in the wrong.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Every building should have its own Kerry. A 28-year resident of the @ccochousing.bsky.social building on Gilmour, Kerry Beckett is a community institution. She helps seniors cross the road. She checks in on people when they are sick. And she calls emergency services when there is a crisis.

Ariel standing with Kerry in front of her building

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Are you referring to any benches in particular? My office generally does not support removal, though a couple have been moved.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Stopped by the Centretown BIA office today to pick up their awesome new merch. So happy to be able to show my Centretown pride as I knock on doors and talk to neighbours. Get yours here: centretownottawa.ca/shop/

Ariel and Sabrina from the BIA, wearing new Centretown sweatshirts

Ariel and Sabrina from the BIA from behind in their sweatshirts that say Neighbourhoods built on small businesses

Selfie of Ariel wearing her Centretown sweatshirt

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Jeff Leiper and I put forward a motion to restore 5 minute LRT frequency during off-peak hours and it was defeated by the current mayor and a majority of council.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Thanks to residents of 151 Bay Street for once again organizing a candidates’ debate in the lobby of your building. Special thanks to the incomparable Brenda Knight for moderating. And to the corgi in the audience for not judging us too harshly.

A corgi in the audience, silently judging

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Advance polls are this Friday, and we need your help to get out the vote! We have four volunteer shifts available, in person or on the phone. This is how we build a better city — block by block and vote by vote. Visit Troster2026.ca/shifts to sign up and join us!

This Friday: Help us get out the vote for advance polls! Full list of shifts available at troster2026.ca/shifts

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Solving chronic homelessness is a city-wide responsibility. We need to see other communities sharing the burden, so people can access services where they live and not all have to come downtown. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca

'Chaos' outside Centretown drop-in centre overwhelming neighbours | CBC News

Centretown residents say the behaviour of some people frequenting Centre 507 has them fearing for their safety. Advocates warn, however, that there are no easy solutions.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Relying on one small charity as the ONLY 24/7 drop-in centre in the city is unfair to everyone involved. I will be pushing for a comprehensive strategy for purpose-built respite facilities that are dispersed through the city and not over-concentrated in Centretown and Sandy Hill.

Photo of Ariel with a caption that say, Somerset Ward Coun. Ariel Troster says the situation outside Centre 507 has become “far too much for one small neighbourhood to deal with.”

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

With only two weeks to go until E-Day, I am thankful for the dozens of volunteers and nearly 200 donors supporting this campaign. Building a better city is a group project, and you have been all-in. Rest up, because then we won’t stop till October 26th ✊

A collage of Ariel and campaign volunteers

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

After a sunny morning knocking on doors, I am looking forward to taking the rest of the long weekend off to recharge before the last two weeks of the election campaign. I am so thankful to the dozens volunteers who have joined me to talk to neighbours since mid-July. It takes a village!

Selfie of Ariel with campaign volunteers

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

I am so impressed with Keelin Pringnitz. We have been knocking on doors together for weeks, and I can tell you that she is brilliant, dedicated and an incredible advocate for public education. When you mark your ballot for OCDSB trustee, vote for Keelin!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I met two very good boys with extremely appropriate names tonight. The wiener dog is named Limousine. And the cat, who I had to chase down the hall, is named Trouble.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

It was nice to take a break from door knocking to make soup and cornbread to bring to Highjinx for their All Candidates Meet and Greet. I had a great time chatting with the neighbours. Thanks to Karen and Leigh for organizing!

I’m Sahel making cornbread and Ariel’s hand holding a knife that is cutting squash

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Pints and Politics fundraiser at Spark Beer last night. With 17 days to go till the municipal election, we still need your support to knock on every door and keep building the city we deserve. Visit troster2026.ca to donate or volunteer!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Gather round, I have a story to tell about one water fountain and what it has to say about austerity budgets in our city.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

E-17. Propped up by coffee and concealer. When I close my eyes, all I see is long apartment hallways and doors. We have canvassed more than 50 high rises and aren’t done yet. Coffee.

Ariel drinking a giant cup of coffee out of a mug with cartoon corgis on it.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Join Team Troster tomorrow, at our Pints and Politics Fundraiser at Spark Beer, featuring @catmckenney.bsky.social and local drag legend Holli Cow. We need your help to send Ariel back to City Hall to keep fighting for Somerset Ward. RSVP at: www.troster2026.ca/pints_and_po...

Pints and Politics: Help send Ariel back to City Hall! A fundraiser for the Ariel Troster Campaign

… featuring local drag legend Holli Cow

Come and join us for beer and pizza at Spark Beer
702 Somerset West

Oct. 8, 6:30-8pm

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The building we canvassed last night had a sunken conversation pit couch in the lobby, so naturally we had to take a photo. Probably my favourite vintage design feature that needs to make a comeback.

Ariel and canvassing volunteers, standing in a sunken conversation pit

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This is on Thursday! RSVP here to join us: www.troster2026.ca/pints_and_po...

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Seeing Emily Haines from Metric sing Anthems For a Seventeen Year Old Girl with Broken Social Scene, Hannah Georges and Amy Millan from Stars was an absolute fever dream.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Nah, they slam doors in my face and don’t offer me coffee and cookies

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Sometimes canvassing takes a little longer, because seniors invite you in, make you a cappuccino and show you their plant collection ❤️

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

I am teaming up with my friend Keelin Pringnitz to knock on doors over the next two weeks. She is a fantastic candidate for OCDSB trustee who deserves your vote. Join us to talk to neighbours about how to build a better city AND public education system. Sign up for a shift at troster2026.ca/shifts!

Keelin and Ariel: Fighting for you at the OCDSB and City Hall!

Photo of Ariel with a list of upcoming canvass times, available in full at troster2026.ca/shifts

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Jordan Moffatt @jordanmoffatt.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

It took until 1962 for the City of Ottawa to allow all renters to vote in municipal elections. Before that, those living with roommates or in boarding houses couldn't vote. This changed after a referendum (passed 49,776 to 20,262—though renters barred from voting at the time couldn't participate).

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

That is fascinating. Goes to show how renter disenfranchisement is baked into the system.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

With more than 75% of the people in Somerset Ward renting their homes, a focus on tenants’ rights is huge for me and my team. You can count on me to fight for stronger property standards and a Maximum Heat Bylaw. Everyone deserves a home that is safe, healthy and affordable.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

What stunning weather for Dalhousie Day today. So wonderful to celebrate Ottawa’s 200+ years with community members and luminaries like Albert Dumont. Congratulations to the Dalhousie Community Association for organizing such an amazing and inclusive event.

Ariel with community association members and MP Yasir Naqvi, standing near a cake on a table in honour of Dalhousie Day

Ariel, Keelin Pringnitz and Catherine McKenney (with tiny dog Jellybean in an adorable orange sweater)

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

That’s fair. There will be many more places to vote on October 16 and 26th!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

DYK that 75% of people in Somerset Ward rent their homes? That’s why I fought hard for a renoviction bylaw and why my team is spending so much time talking to people in apartment buildings. Renters: make sure you vote, so your voice is reflected at City Hall! Join us: Troster2026.ca/shifts

Ariel with a group of canvass volunteers

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I got through a lot of email at 6:30 am, that’s for sure

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

My teen neglected to tell me that it’s a PA day, till I tried to wake her up this morning, so I have been the only one awake chez nous for the last two hours. Send coffee.

A senior corgi snuggled and asleep on top of a pile of pillows

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Visit Troster2026.ca/voting for more info on where you can vote. Your first opportunity will be between now and Sunday at City Hall!

How to vote in Somerset Ward
Oct. 1-4, City Hall, 10am-8pm

Oct. 16, Advance voting, multiple locations, 10am-8pm

Oct. 26, Election Day, Multiple locations, 10am-8pm

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Special Advance Polls are OPEN. From today till Sunday, 10am to 8pm at City Hall (100 Laurier Avenue West). The process was super quick and easy. Get your vote in early!

Ariel posing behind a giant frame that says: I voted!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Can we just take a moment to recognize the mayor of a community of 115 people who likely got paid nothing to spend years dealing with a delusional cult that took over his town? Brad, I hope you have so many naps and good meals in your future. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca

Saskatchewan mayor stepping down now that 'Queen of Canada' cult is gone | CBC News

When Brad Miller signed up to be mayor of Richmound, Sask., he never imagined his tiny southwestern village would be overrun by a cult. After three years and many sleepless nights, the cult is finally...

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Special advance polls open TODAY at 10 am, Ottawa City Hall. You can vote from 10-8pm, starting today and ending on Sunday. Let’s do this!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

With 25 days to go, I officially need to start knocking doors with my left hand, because my right one is swollen from … too much door knocking.

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We did find housing for a senior woman who was living in a bus shelter recently. I agree, we should never allow ourselves to become numb to the horror of this.

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