Marty Mako for St. Catharines City Council - Port Dalhousie Ward
Election Day is April 14th. Help Us Campaign Today for a Better Tomorrow!
Key Community Issues
As your Port Dalhousie Ward councillor I will:
* Always listen, and be responsive to, the concerns of residents
* Ensure that we live within our means and use taxpayer dollars in a fiscally responsible and sustainable manner
* Show respect for the many cultural, heritage and natural resources in our community
* Bring a positive, forward thinking, visionary voice to council
Let's celebrate our past while building for the future. Let's Move Forward Together.
About Marty
Marty Mako for Port Dalhousie Ward City Councillor
A married father of two young daughters and long-time resident of Port Dalhousie, I have officially launched a bid for City Council in the upcoming by-election. I am running for Council because I believe in the power of community leadership. Port Dalhousie deserves a councillor that is not only fiscally responsible, but also transparent and accountable with a strong social conscience. It’s important to ensure every tax dollar spent is done wisely, and the voices of the people are heard when decisions are made.
I work for Niagara Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as their Commander of Mobile Integrated Health, leading an amazing team of health care heroes. I'm a graduate of McMaster University and Niagara University with a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) focused on strategic management. I have a passion for public service and a passion for Port Dalhousie.
An active community volunteer and supporter of local charities. I have also served on City Council's Heritage Advisory, Recreation Master Plan, and Sustainability Advisory Committees. Everyone who knows me, knows I am very community minded. I decided to run because I feel I can help make St. Catharines a better place for the present and the future.
I look forward to the campaign, meeting with residents and small business owners, and listening to what they have to say. We face many challenges in our garden city, but together we can find solutions. Affordability is a primary issue I'm already hearing from local residents, with housing and homelessness being at the top of that list. Whether it's young adults just starting out, or seniors on fixed incomes, everyone deserves a place they can call home. The City must also emphasize attracting, retaining and expanding local businesses, as they bring jobs and tax revenue, lessening pressure on the residential tax base.
Another issue important to local residents is public access to the waterfront, and working to ensure City residents have easy access to Lake Ontario and our beautiful beaches. As a councillor, I will work to protect the heritage assets and natural beauty of Port Dalhousie.
Most recently I volunteered to spearhead a group planning to celebrate Port's bi-centennial in 2026, marking when the village development began during construction of the first Welland Canal - the start of Port Dalhousie as it's known today. I have no doubt the future of St. Catharines will be bright, but only by continuing to work together can we make it happen.
Community Awards:
* Rotary International Paul Harris Fellowship, Community Service Award - 2011
* Honorary Grande Parade Marshall, 60th annual Niagara Grape & Wine Festival - 2011
* Pen Financial ‘Who Cares?’ Community Investors in Niagara unsung hero – 2013
* Niagara's 40 under Forty Business Achievement Award - Class of 2015
*St. Catharines Terry Fox Run, Honorary Race Captain - 2016
* YMCA of Niagara Peace Medal recipient - 2018
Community Volunteering:
*Chair, Port Dalhousie 200th Anniversary Planning Committee www.PD200.ca - 2024-2025
*Chair, United Way GenNext Cabinet - 2010-2017
*Dog Walker, Lincoln County Humane Society - 2008-2020
*Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters - 2008-2015
*Homeless Shelter Assistant, Out of the Cold Program - 2007-2020
*President's Task Force on Community Engagement, Brock University - 2014-2016
*YMCA of Niagara 'Move for Kids' Fundraiser Planning Committee - 2017-2020
*Niagara Voices Community Columnist, St. Catharines Standard - 2008-2019
*Community Reporter - YourTV Niagara (TV Cogeco) - 2013-2025
Photo Gallery
I've been a huge supporter of The Rankin Cancer Run, raising funds for local cancer care programs. All funds raised stay in Niagara!
Request a Lawn Sign
Show your support. Request a lawn sign and one of Marty's team members will deliver.
Election Day is April 14th, 2025
Polls are open from 10am to 8pm
Advance Polling
Thursday, April 3rd
Grantham Optimist Club
10AM - 8PM
Advance Polling
Saturday, April 12th
St. John's Anglican Church
10AM - 5PM
Contact Marty
Have a question? Would like to volunteer? Need a lawn sign? Would like to donate?
Please feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to meeting you.
Marty Mako for Port Dalhousie
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