After a sunny morning knocking on doors, I am looking forward to taking the rest of the long weekend off to recharge before the last two weeks of the election campaign. I am so thankful to the dozens volunteers who have joined me to talk to neighbours since mid-July. It takes a village!

I am so impressed with Keelin Pringnitz. We have been knocking on doors together for weeks, and I can tell you that she is brilliant, dedicated and an incredible advocate for public education. When you mark your ballot for OCDSB trustee, vote for Keelin!

I met two very good boys with extremely appropriate names tonight. The wiener dog is named Limousine. And the cat, who I had to chase down the hall, is named Trouble.

It was nice to take a break from door knocking to make soup and cornbread to bring to Highjinx for their All Candidates Meet and Greet. I had a great time chatting with the neighbours. Thanks to Karen and Leigh for organizing!

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Pints and Politics fundraiser at Spark Beer last night. With 17 days to go till the municipal election, we still need your support to knock on every door and keep building the city we deserve. Visit troster2026.ca to donate or volunteer!

Gather round, I have a story to tell about one water fountain and what it has to say about austerity budgets in our city.

E-17. Propped up by coffee and concealer. When I close my eyes, all I see is long apartment hallways and doors. We have canvassed more than 50 high rises and aren’t done yet. Coffee.

Join Team Troster tomorrow, at our Pints and Politics Fundraiser at Spark Beer, featuring @catmckenney.bsky.social and local drag legend Holli Cow. We need your help to send Ariel back to City Hall to keep fighting for Somerset Ward. RSVP at: www.troster2026.ca/pints_and_po...

The building we canvassed last night had a sunken conversation pit couch in the lobby, so naturally we had to take a photo. Probably my favourite vintage design feature that needs to make a comeback.

This is on Thursday! RSVP here to join us: www.troster2026.ca/pints_and_po...

Ariel Troster@arieltroster.bsky.social · 4w ago

Join us on October 8 for a fundraiser at Spark Beer! We’re entering the final stretch of the campaign, and we need your help to make it happen. You can RSVP through my website via troster2026.ca/pints_and_politics

Seeing Emily Haines from Metric sing Anthems For a Seventeen Year Old Girl with Broken Social Scene, Hannah Georges and Amy Millan from Stars was an absolute fever dream.

Sometimes canvassing takes a little longer, because seniors invite you in, make you a cappuccino and show you their plant collection ❤️

I love this.

Steffani Cameron 🇨🇦@snarkysteff.bsky.social · last wk.

MEANWHILE, in Canada, meet Brady Rogers, the reluctant politician who's fed up and thinks he can do better. His sign says "I barely want to do this." His website says, "I guess I'm running for Kelowna city council." His business? Recycling plastic into cool things.

I am teaming up with my friend Keelin Pringnitz to knock on doors over the next two weeks. She is a fantastic candidate for OCDSB trustee who deserves your vote. Join us to talk to neighbours about how to build a better city AND public education system. Sign up for a shift at troster2026.ca/shifts!

It took until 1962 for the City of Ottawa to allow all renters to vote in municipal elections. Before that, those living with roommates or in boarding houses couldn't vote. This changed after a referendum (passed 49,776 to 20,262—though renters barred from voting at the time couldn't participate).

Ariel Troster@arieltroster.bsky.social · last wk.

DYK that 75% of people in Somerset Ward rent their homes? That’s why I fought hard for a renoviction bylaw and why my team is spending so much time talking to people in apartment buildings. Renters: make sure you vote, so your voice is reflected at City Hall! Join us: Troster2026.ca/shifts

With more than 75% of the people in Somerset Ward renting their homes, a focus on tenants’ rights is huge for me and my team. You can count on me to fight for stronger property standards and a Maximum Heat Bylaw. Everyone deserves a home that is safe, healthy and affordable.

What stunning weather for Dalhousie Day today. So wonderful to celebrate Ottawa’s 200+ years with community members and luminaries like Albert Dumont. Congratulations to the Dalhousie Community Association for organizing such an amazing and inclusive event.

DYK that 75% of people in Somerset Ward rent their homes? That’s why I fought hard for a renoviction bylaw and why my team is spending so much time talking to people in apartment buildings. Renters: make sure you vote, so your voice is reflected at City Hall! Join us: Troster2026.ca/shifts

My teen neglected to tell me that it’s a PA day, till I tried to wake her up this morning, so I have been the only one awake chez nous for the last two hours. Send coffee.

Visit Troster2026.ca/voting for more info on where you can vote. Your first opportunity will be between now and Sunday at City Hall!

Special Advance Polls are OPEN. From today till Sunday, 10am to 8pm at City Hall (100 Laurier Avenue West). The process was super quick and easy. Get your vote in early!

Can we just take a moment to recognize the mayor of a community of 115 people who likely got paid nothing to spend years dealing with a delusional cult that took over his town? Brad, I hope you have so many naps and good meals in your future. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Saskatchewan mayor stepping down now that 'Queen of Canada' cult is gone | CBC News

When Brad Miller signed up to be mayor of Richmound, Sask., he never imagined his tiny southwestern village would be overrun by a cult. After three years and many sleepless nights, the cult is finally...

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Voting begins today in Ottawa’s municipal election. Here’s what you need to know

Voting begins today in Ottawa’s municipal election. Here’s what you need to know

Voters have their first chance to cast a ballot this week in the 2026 City of Ottawa municipal election. Here’s what you need to know to vote in the four Special Advance Voting Days this week.

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Special advance polls open TODAY at 10 am, Ottawa City Hall. You can vote from 10-8pm, starting today and ending on Sunday. Let’s do this!

Ariel Troster@arieltroster.bsky.social · 2w ago

Your first chance to vote in the Ottawa municipal election starts Thursday! Special advance polls run from October 1-4, from 10am to 8pm at Ottawa City Hall (100 Laurier Avenue West). Need a ride or a walk to the polls? Email info@troster2026.ca and we would be happy to help.

With 25 days to go, I officially need to start knocking doors with my left hand, because my right one is swollen from … too much door knocking.

Last night, I was canvassing in Centretown and met an 86 year old woman who told me that she spent six months living in a shelter after her husband died, because she lost everything. Our systems are failing people. Housing is a human right.

I am going to get excited if you let me pet your dog, but holding your dog is next-level.

Your first chance to vote in the Ottawa municipal election starts Thursday! Special advance polls run from October 1-4, from 10am to 8pm at Ottawa City Hall (100 Laurier Avenue West). Need a ride or a walk to the polls? Email info@troster2026.ca and we would be happy to help.

Join us on October 8 for a fundraiser at Spark Beer! We’re entering the final stretch of the campaign, and we need your help to make it happen. You can RSVP through my website via troster2026.ca/pints_and_politics

The Street Seats program has been wildly successful and I will fight to bring the program to more downtown streets and advocate for the funding to be permanent. Arts and culture make our city come alive, while also helping to keep our communities engaged and our streets safer for everyone.