Montrealers are gearing up for an important event on November 2 – the mayoral election. Soraya Martinez Ferrada, leader of Ensemble Montréal and a mayoral candidate, recently sat down with CityNews for an exclusive interview to discuss the upcoming election. Martinez Ferrada shared her views on the major challenges facing Montreal and explained why she believes she is the most suitable candidate to lead the city in the coming four years.
Recent polls from Léger indicate that Ensemble Montréal is leading the race as the election campaign enters its final phase. However, a significant number of Montrealers remain undecided. When asked about how she plans to maintain momentum and attract these undecided voters, Martinez Ferrada highlighted the efforts of her dedicated team in reaching out to the community through door-to-door interactions and media coverage.
In the interview, Martinez Ferrada emphasized the need to restore confidence and ambition in Montreal by addressing key issues such as housing, homelessness, security, cleanliness, and transportation. She stressed the importance of fostering partnerships with the federal and Quebec governments to drive the city’s progress.
Martinez Ferrada also delved into her strategies for revitalizing the downtown core, supporting local businesses, improving cleanliness, and tackling the homelessness and housing crises. She outlined plans to streamline processes for businesses, enhance public spaces, and incentivize construction to address the affordable housing shortage in Montreal.
Regarding transportation and mobility, Martinez Ferrada highlighted the significance of comprehensive planning to ensure efficient and safe movement for all residents. She emphasized the need for collaboration with government entities to enhance public transportation and infrastructure.
In conclusion, Martinez Ferrada expressed her confidence in her team’s commitment to serving Montrealers and improving the city’s future, emphasizing the importance of unity and collective effort in addressing the diverse challenges facing Montreal.
