Strong Mayor Powers: Is This the End of Local Democracy? Joe Gaetan | The Chin Podcast

Ep. 3 · 1h 51mins · Joe Gaetan — Independent Researcher & Civic Advocate (Burlington)

Daniel P. Chin sits down with Joe Gaetan, one of Ontario’s sharpest independent voices on municipal governance. They explore how Strong Mayor Powers shift power from majority council rule to mayor + 1/3 council control, the gap between housing promises and results (including Burlington’s 44% tax hikes), transparency issues, and what this means for the 2026 municipal elections.

23% Tax Hike Exposed: Peter Turkstra Reveals Hamilton’s Housing & Affordability Crisis | The Chin Podcast

Ep. 2 · 2h 34mins · Peter Turkstra

Discover why Hamilton’s 23% tax hike is driving up housing costs and making life unaffordable. Peter Turkstra exposes the red tape, development charges, and failed policies crushing local homeowners and businesses.

Andrew Selman: Hamilton Housing Crisis, Property Taxes, Encampments & City Hall Transparency | The Chin Podcast Ep. 1

Ep. 1 · 2h 3mins · Andrew Selman

In this powerful 2-hour conversation, Ward 3 Councillor candidate Andrew Selman breaks down Hamilton’s housing crisis, skyrocketing property taxes, encampments, and the urgent need for City Hall transparency ahead of the 2026 municipal election.

Discover data-driven solutions from a lifelong Hamiltonian fighting for safer streets, affordable housing, and accountable government in Ward 3.