Listening. Solving Problems. Getting Results.
Safer Streets. Honest Answers. A Stronger Downtown.
Lifelong Oshawa resident, former Public Utilities Commissioner, community volunteer, and advocate for practical solutions that put Ward 4 first.
Why Dave Thompson?
A lifetime of public service, community involvement, and practical problem solving.
Former Public Utilities Commissioner
Elected to help oversee Oshawa’s public utility services and infrastructure.
Canada Pension Tribunal Appointee
Appointed by the federal government to help make fair and independent decisions affecting Canadians.
Commercial Helicopter Pilot
A career built on safety, responsibility, and sound judgment.
Community Volunteer
Active in local organizations, events, and community initiatives throughout Oshawa.
Museum Volunteer
Helping preserve Oshawa’s military, industrial, and community history.
Labour & Community Advocate
Decades of experience helping workers, retirees, and residents navigate real issues.
Experience matters. Ward 4 deserves a councillor who listens, communicates clearly, and follows through.
Three Priorities for Ward 4
Not a long list of promises. Three things that matter right now.
Safer Streets
Visible safety presence where needed. Better enforcement of existing rules. Safer parks, trails, and downtown public spaces for everyone.
Read more →Honest Answers
Clear updates on major Ward 4 projects. Transparent spending explanations. Residents deserve to know what’s being built, when, why, and how much.
Read more →A Stronger Downtown
Cleaner, safer downtown that supports local businesses, arts, and culture. New development matched with services, transit, and parking that actually works for residents.
Read more →Ward 4 Transparency Tracker
Residents deserve clear information about the projects shaping Ward 4. The Transparency Tracker provides updates, timelines, and key information on major local developments and public initiatives.
Rotary Park Redevelopment
Park redesign completed with new playground, trails, and accessibility upgrades. Now open for the community.
Learn More →Downtown Development Projects
Multiple applications approved and under construction. New development matched with services, transit, and parking planning.
Learn More →GO Station Area Development
Transit-oriented development plans moving through city approval process.
Learn More →Downtown Safety Initiatives
Enhanced safety measures, lighting improvements, and community policing programs.
Learn More →Firefighter Memorial Project
Proposed memorial to honour fallen firefighters. Design and location being finalized.
Learn More →Housing and Support Service Projects
Coordinated housing support services for people in crisis, adding resources across the ward.
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