Reem Fayyad

My top priority is improving everyday quality of life in Moncton: how people move, feel safe, and can afford to live here. I will focus on three actions: strengthening public safety with better coordination and measurable results; fixing how we plan growth by aligning housing, infrastructure, and traffic; and improving services while creating vibrant, connected neighbourhoods. I'll ask for clear targets, public reporting on progress, and work with all partners to deliver results residents can se…

Homelessness requires a coordinated shift from reaction to prevention. I support housing-first, more transitional housing, and stronger coordination with partners. Prevention means expanding access to housing, mental health, and addiction services—while also supporting social enterprises that train unhoused individuals to join the workforce. The city can reduce delays, support complete communities, and focus on measurable outcomes that improve housing stability for all.

Public safety is about outcomes, not just budgets. We need to see a return on our investment, dashboard and metrics on what matters and tracking of results, adjusting where needed. We need a balanced approach combining policing with prevention, mental health supports, and community-based responses. We should invest where it matters most, including alternative responses for non-violent calls, safer urban design, and ensuring frontline workers have the tools and training to do their jobs safely. …

Moncton will continue to grow, and we need smart planned growth, one that is intentional, long-term, and not reactive. That means smart density: more housing near services, transit, and existing infrastructure, while protecting neighbourhood character. Mobility is key: an integrated plan covering roads, traffic flow, transit, and active transportation, as well as accessibility of roads, sidewalks, and bus stops. Improving transit and reducing car reliance will support affordability and sustainab…

I will support developments aligned with community priorities: increasing housing, improving infrastructure, and strengthening our economy and sense of community. That includes mixed-use, attainable housing, and safe walkable spaces, evaluated on long-term value and impact. Key projects include unlocking the potential of the riverfront as a vibrant public space and revitalizing the Old Moncton High School site as an intergenerational, intercultural community hub.

Affordability is influenced by housing (owned and rented), transportation, and local costs. We can help by: - increasing housing supply to stabilize prices (through partnerships with the private sector, coops, and the not for profits) - improving transit options and targeted discounted pricing for groups like seniors and youth to reduce reliance on cars, and - ensuring responsible tax decisions. I also support reviewing fees and processes that may unnecessarily drive-up costs for residents and…

It's about balance. We should ensure efficiency. That means reviewing spending, improving procurement practices, and ensuring projects deliver value for money. On the revenue side, smart growth is key: expanding the tax base through well-planned development. We should also strengthen partnerships and explore innovative funding models, while maintaining transparency with residents about how funds are used. Tapping into the potential of tourism, recreation, arts and culture to attract visitors wi…

Rather than focusing on a single decision, I believe the bigger issue has been the lack of integrated, long-term planning across key areas like urban growth, transportation, housing, and public safety. Too often, decisions are made in a reactive mode and in isolation. I would prioritize a more coordinated approach with clear goals, timelines, and accountability so residents can see how decisions connect, what success is supposed to look like, and what is being achieved.

One focus voters might not expect is treating arts and culture as a core economic strategy. A strong cultural sector drives tourism, supports local businesses, and creates jobs, while also giving young people reasons to stay, build careers, and contribute to the community. I will support partnerships, accessible creative spaces, and targeted programming that connect artists, entrepreneurs, and youth to grow a more vibrant economy and a stronger, more attractive city.

Something voters might not find on my website is how much my approach is shaped by who I am beyond this campaign: as a mother, a writer, a musician, a researcher, and a community leader in arts and culture who has spent the past 15 years building a life here. Through that work, I've always tried to inspire, add value, and build bridges between people and ideas. I'm naturally someone who asks questions before jumping to solutions; I believe good decisions come from understanding the full picture,…

Every decision we make today shapes the kind of city we become tomorrow. My commitment is to be a good listener, to be thoughtful, proactive, and accountable, focused not just on today's challenges, but on building a Moncton where people want to live, can continue to live, grow, and thrive for years to come.