Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie will not run in October election
After 12 years as mayor, Guthrie says it's time to follow a new path
GUELPH – Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie has announced he will not run again in the October election.
Guthrie made the announcement on Facebook on March 16.
Guthrie was elected Ward 4 councillor in 2010 and has served three consecutive terms as mayor, first elected in 2014 and re-elected in 2018 and 2022.
He said he has contemplated this decision for about a year and decided to announce it now so those who might consider running can prepare well in advance of the October municipal election.
“Announcing early allows for a smooth transition. Important files and initiatives continue even during an election and I want to help steer them to completion while working collaboratively with whoever is elected,” he wrote in his post.
Guthrie said he is proud of a number of projects on his watch, including:
- rebuilding and restoring relationships with other levels of government;
- improving communication and engagement for residents;
- protecting taxpayers’ dollars “and ensuring every dollar delivers real value;”
- advancing supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness;
- welcoming new businesses and newcomers; and
- opening a new South End Community Centre before the end of this term.
He said he will continue to lead through the election period.
“My focus remains on what I believe matters most: public safety, respecting taxpayers’ dollars, building homes, and hopefully-bringing a few laughs along the way,” he wrote.
His future path “isn’t fully clear,” but he has “the full support of my amazing wife Rachel and our children.”
“I feel truly blessed every single day to have served you as I worked towards shaping our city into a place we’re all proud to call home,” he said.
