A recent online poll suggests a large share of respondents are not inclined to support former mayor Bonnie Crombie in her bid to return to city hall, days after she officially registered as a candidate for the Oct. 26 municipal election.
Poll results and context
The unscientific poll, run by a local news outlet, recorded 2,290 votes. Of those, 79.7% (1,825 votes) selected "No" when asked whether they would vote for Crombie, while 20.3% (465 votes) selected "Yes."
| Response | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| No | 1,825 | 79.7% |
| Yes | 465 | 20.3% |
| Total | 2,290 | 100% |
What the poll does and does not show
The poll provides an early snapshot of online reader sentiment but is not a scientific or randomized survey. It reflects only those who chose to participate and may not represent registered voters across the city.
- Participation: 2,290 respondents in the online poll.
- Timing: Results published shortly after Crombie filed nomination papers for the Oct. 26 municipal vote.
- Limitations: Non-scientific method and potential self-selection bias among respondents.
Political backdrop in Mississauga
Crombie served as Mississauga mayor from 2014 until early 2024, resigning to lead the Ontario Liberal Party. She led the party into the 2025 provincial election and resigned as party leader in January 2026. Since announcing her return to municipal politics she has said she has "something to prove" and described Mississauga as her home.
"I have something to prove," the candidate said after declaring her intention to run.
The municipal race already includes incumbent Carolyn Parrish, who became mayor after winning a 2024 by-election, and city councillors Alvin Tedjo and Dipika Damerla. With multiple established figures in the field, observers expect the contest to attract considerable local attention.
Implications for voters and campaigns
While the online poll signals skepticism among its respondents about Crombie's comeback, campaign teams and voters should expect more comprehensive polling and formal surveys as the election approaches. Candidates will likely focus on persuading undecided voters and mobilizing their bases between now and Oct. 26.
For residents seeking to evaluate candidates, city services, policy platforms and voter turnout will be determinative in shaping Mississauga's next term of municipal government.
