Ryan Rijo
Candidate for Ward 3 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election.
- 2 times on the record
- 0 times elected
Campaign contact
- Campaign website searched
- ryanrijo48@gmail.com
- 705-817-4404; 705-794-9471 (alternate)
Contact details are from the City's candidates list, except any marked inferred, searched or supplied; hover the mark to see where that detail came from. We do not reproduce the home addresses the City also publishes.
In their own words
Verbatim, attributed, dated. Every passage below is copied exactly from an archived copy of its source — a campaign website, a news article, or the candidate's own social media post — and links to it. Nothing is paraphrased by this site and no for-or-against label is applied: read the words, follow the link. Passages from news coverage say whether they are the candidate quoted, the reporter's reported speech, or the reporter's characterisation.
Compiled in a research batch dated September 11, 2026, reviewed by hand before publication on October 8, 2026. Passages are capped at 60 words and listed newest first. Campaign pages are undated, so only the retrieval date is shown for them, and they sort by it. A candidate with nothing located on an issue is listed as such, with the date their sources were checked; a race is shown only once every candidate in it has been checked. See methodology.
Taxes
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Keep municipal spending disciplined and find efficiencies before raising taxes. Prioritize essential frontline services, and reduce unnecessary spending, duplication and bureaucracy.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Priorities page, under 'Keep Barrie Affordable'. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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None of that means spending without limits. I want a City Hall that finds efficiencies before it raises taxes, protects essential frontline services, and cuts the duplication and bureaucracy that waste your money.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Meet Ryan page, paragraph 6. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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Municipal government has a responsibility to spend taxpayers' money carefully. Before increasing taxes, we should look for efficiencies, reduce unnecessary spending and duplication, and ensure essential frontline services remain the priority.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 12, second and third sentences). Read September 11, 2026. news
Safety & policing
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Support police, fire, paramedics and first responders. Address crime, theft, vandalism and repeat problem areas, and improve safety in our neighborhoods and downtown.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Priorities page, under 'Safe Streets, Safe Neighborhoods'. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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Residents want to feel safe in their own neighborhoods and downtown. That means standing behind our police, fire, paramedics and first responders, and taking crime, theft, vandalism and repeat problem areas seriously instead of letting them slide.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Meet Ryan page, paragraph 3. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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I believe residents should feel safe in their homes, neighbourhoods, downtown and throughout our city. I will support our police, fire, paramedics and other first responders while advocating for practical action on crime, theft, vandalism and repeat problem areas.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 9). Read September 11, 2026. news
Housing
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As a homeowner, I understand the challenges facing working families today and how important it is to have a city where people can afford to put down roots and build a life.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 4). Read September 11, 2026. news
Annexation
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He also pointed to the new annexed lands from Springwater and Oro-Medonte townships as big focus for him.
Source: As reported by CompassNews, Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie, October 1, 2026 (paragraph 26). Read October 7, 2026. news reported
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The annexed lands are one of the biggest opportunities – and responsibilities – facing Ward 3,
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie, October 1, 2026 (paragraph 27, quoted words). Read October 7, 2026. news
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We need to make sure development is thoughtful and respects the residents, farms and rural communities already there. Residents should be involved early, not simply informed after decisions have been made.
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie, October 1, 2026 (paragraph 28, quoted words). Read October 7, 2026. news
Infrastructure
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Repair roads, potholes and sidewalks. Improve snow clearing and stormwater systems, upgrade water, wastewater and traffic infrastructure, and build the infrastructure needed to support growth.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Priorities page, under 'Fix Roads & Infrastructure'. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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Every week I hear about the same potholes, the same slow snow clearing, the same aging water and traffic infrastructure. Fixing the basics — and building the infrastructure Barrie needs as it grows — shouldn’t be optional.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Meet Ryan page, paragraph 5. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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As Barrie grows, our roads, emergency services and infrastructure need to keep pace,
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie, October 1, 2026 (paragraph 24, quoted words). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Barrie is growing rapidly, and our infrastructure must keep pace. Roads, potholes, sidewalks, snow clearing, stormwater systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, and traffic management are the foundation of a functioning city.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 11, first two sentences). Read September 11, 2026. news
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Growth should come with the infrastructure needed to support it.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 11, third sentence). Read September 11, 2026. news
Fire and emergency
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Support police, fire, paramedics and first responders. Address crime, theft, vandalism and repeat problem areas, and improve safety in our neighborhoods and downtown.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Priorities page, under 'Safe Streets, Safe Neighborhoods'. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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I believe residents should feel safe in their homes, neighbourhoods, downtown and throughout our city. I will support our police, fire, paramedics and other first responders while advocating for practical action on crime, theft, vandalism and repeat problem areas.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 9). Read September 11, 2026. news
Climate and flooding
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Repair roads, potholes and sidewalks. Improve snow clearing and stormwater systems, upgrade water, wastewater and traffic infrastructure, and build the infrastructure needed to support growth.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Priorities page, under 'Fix Roads & Infrastructure'. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
General
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I’m running because Ward 3 deserves a councillor who shows up, listens, and follows through — on public safety, on the state of our roads, on how the city spends our money, and on being honest about all of it.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Meet Ryan page, paragraph 2. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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It also means a City Hall that actually answers you. I’ll return your calls and emails, explain my votes in plain language, and publish my priorities so you can hold me to them — not just at election time.
Source: rijoward3.ca, Meet Ryan page, paragraph 4. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived October 7, 2026. searched site
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Rijo said his priorities include responsible growth, safer neighbourhoods, infrastructure and affordability.
Source: As reported by CompassNews, Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie, October 1, 2026 (paragraph 23). Read October 7, 2026. news reported
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'My priorities are straightforward: safer streets and neighbourhoods, accountable government, reliable infrastructure and keeping Barrie affordable,' says Ryan Rijo
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (Feed summary (article page not archived)). Read September 11, 2026. news
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That means answering calls and emails, listening to residents, explaining decisions and votes, and being transparent about priorities and progress. Residents deserve to know what their representatives are working on and whether those commitments are being delivered.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 10, third and fourth sentences). Read September 11, 2026. news
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I am not running to make unrealistic promises. I am running because I believe Barrie deserves practical leadership that listens, works with others, follows through and treats taxpayers' money with respect.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Baseball helps shape Ward 3 candidate's attitude toward teamwork, September 4, 2026 (paragraph 13). Read September 11, 2026. news
Not yet checked for this race: social media posts.
Electoral record
Ran, not elected Contesting now
| Year | Contest | Votes | Share | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ward 3 councillor | — | — | Contesting now |
| 2022 | Ward 3 councillor | 424 | 15.4% | Not elected |
Sources: City of Barrie certificates of election results. See all election results for the full documents.
In full
Each contest Ryan Rijo was part of, with the whole field, because a result only means something next to what it was up against.
2022: Ward 3 councillor
| Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Anne-Marie Kungl Elected Incumbent | 2,001 | 72.7% |
| Ryan Rijo | 424 | 15.4% |
| Zohaib Tahir | 327 | 11.9% |
Expenses
What Ryan Rijo's disclosed spending went to, from the public record, reclassified into the same spending-type buckets on both sides — see council expenses and campaign finance for how every member and candidate compares.
Compliance & Legal Voter Outreach & Data Conference & Travel Meals & Appreciation Events & Sponsorships Advertising & Media Print & Communications Office & Administration Corporate (phone/tablet) Other / miscellaneous
Compiled from the public electoral record. If anything here is wrong, please tell us on the corrections page. Names are linked across elections only where we have confirmed by hand that the records refer to the same person; where we are unsure, they are kept separate.
Common questions
Who is Ryan Rijo?
Ryan Rijo is a candidate for Ward 3 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election, and previously ran in Barrie in 2022.
What is Ryan Rijo running for in Barrie?
Ward 3 councillor, on the ballot in the 2026 Barrie municipal election. Election day is October 26, 2026; internet and telephone voting opens October 16. See everyone running in this race.
Is Ryan Rijo an incumbent?
No. Ryan Rijo does not currently hold the seat being contested. The sitting members are listed at incumbents.
Has Ryan Rijo run for office before?
Yes: on a Barrie municipal ballot in 2022. The full record, with votes and results for every race, is below.
How do I contact Ryan Rijo's campaign?
The campaign published a campaign website, an email address, a phone number on the City of Barrie's certified candidates list; they are shown under campaign contact above. This site does not reproduce home addresses.
Who can vote for Ryan Rijo?
Voters who live in Ward 3 under the 2026 boundaries. Not sure which ward you are in? Enter your address.