As your 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.
My priorities for the next term include:
Protect what makes Port special. Improve what isn't working. Plan responsibly for the future.
- Strengthening our stormwater infrastructure — support an independent flood investigation and address priority areas that experienced sewer backups, adopting a more proactive approach city-wide.
- Keeping property taxes under control — focus city spending on core, mandated municipal services, reduce duplication and ensure transparent decision making.
- Supporting affordable housing — welcome new housing developments and business investment that complements our community, and have the infrastructure needed for responsible growth.
- Creating safer, more connected streets — improve sidewalks, road crossings and cycling routes, while supporting traffic calming and active transportation for all ages.
- Listening and being accessible — stay connected with residents, respond to concerns and bring an independent, community-focused voice to City Hall.
Personal & Professional Background
I am a married father of two young daughters and long-time resident of Port Dalhousie. I'm a graduate of McMaster and Niagara University, with a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA). I work for Niagara Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as their Commander of Mobile Integrated Health, leading an amazing team of health care heroes.
I was elected to St. Catharines City Council in April 2025 to represent Port Dalhousie Ward, following the passing of former Councillor Carlos Garcia. Since then I have worked hard to be an accessible, responsive and independent voice for residents, while advocating for the issues that matter most to our community. I'm grateful for the trust you've placed in me.
I will continue working hard to protect our heritage and natural spaces, strengthen our water systems, improve our roads, and help attract new investment that creates economic opportunity. Every Council decision has a cost, which is why I treat every night as budget night.
Community Awards
- Rotary International Paul Harris Fellowship, Community Service Award- 2011
- Honorary Grande Parade Marshall, 60th annual Niagara Grape & Wine Festival- 2011
- ’Who Cares?’ Community Investors in Niagara Unsung Hero- 2013
- Niagara‘s Forty Under 40 Business Achievement Award- 2015
- Terry Fox Run, Honorary Race Captain- 2016
- YMCA of Niagara Peace Medal recipient- 2018
Community Volunteering
- Chair, Port Dalhousie 200th Anniversary Planning Committee - 2024-2026
- Chair, United Way GenNext Cabinet - 2010-2017
- Chair, St. Catharines Advisory Committee on Sustainability - 2010 - 2014
- Vice Chair, St. Catharines Recreation Master Plan Advisory Committee - 2015-2019
- St. Catharines Heritage Advisory Committee member - 2011 - 2019
- Lincoln County Humane Society - 2008-2020
- Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters - 2008-2015
- Out of the Cold Homeless Program - 2007-2020
- Brock University President's Task Force on Community Engagement - 2014-2016
- Niagara Voices Community Columnist, St. Catharines Standard - 2008-2019
- Community Reporter - YourTV Niagara - 2013-2026
Photo Gallery
Taking the oath of office and being sworn in by the City Clerk during my first St. Catharines City Council meeting in April 2025.
Have a Question?
Please feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to meeting you.
Phone 1.289.697.2749 Email martymako76@gmail.com
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