Recount Confirms: Jeromy Farkas is Calgary’s New Mayor!
It's official: Jeromy Farkas is our new mayor after a nail-biting recount. Elections Calgary confirmed on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, that Farkas clinched the victory over Sonya Sharp by a margin of 616 votes. The 2025 municipal election on October 20 was a true cliffhanger, with initial results showing a lead of just 585, then 581 votes for Farkas, prompting the recount that ultimately solidified his win.
This tight race underscores the power of every single ballot in our city's vibrant civic landscape. Calgarians are deeply engaged, especially with pressing issues like affordability, public safety, and property taxes taking center stage. Discussions about property taxes are particularly relevant, with recent proposals for increases and ongoing debates about the provincial share. Our city has seen a significant focus on housing, with affordability being a top concern for many residents, including renters who make up a substantial portion of Calgarians.
Farkas’s campaign focused on "a household you can afford, jobs you can count on, safe streets for our kids, and leadership we can trust." He has previously advocated for financial responsibility, lower taxes, better core services, and community safety. With small businesses contributing significantly to Calgary's economy, and facing concerns about municipal support and rising costs, attention will likely turn to how the new leadership fosters a competitive business environment. Farkas has also expressed support for expanding affordable housing options, particularly near LRT stations, and improving transit safety.
Expect the next council meetings to be anything but dull as Calgary navigates these critical priorities under its new leadership. Stay tuned, Hot Minute readers!,Jeromy Farkas has officially been declared Calgary's new mayor after a razor-thin recount! Elections Calgary confirmed on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, that Farkas edged out Sonya Sharp by a definitive 616 votes. The October 20 municipal election was an absolute nail-biter, with initial unofficial results putting Farkas ahead by 585 votes, which slightly shifted to a 581-vote lead officially before the recount cemented his victory.
This incredibly close contest highlights Calgary's passionate civic engagement and the tangible impact of every single vote. Calgarians have been keenly focused on critical issues, particularly housing affordability and public safety. The city is also grappling with ongoing discussions around property tax increases and the provincial share, a topic that directly impacts both homeowners and businesses.
Farkas's platform centered on ensuring "a household you can afford, jobs you can count on, safe streets for our kids, and leadership we can trust." He has historically championed financial responsibility, lower taxes, and robust core services, along with community safety. With small businesses forming the backbone of Calgary’s economy and facing challenges with support and rising operational costs, expect the new administration to prioritize initiatives aimed at bolstering their success. Farkas has also advocated for expanding affordable housing, particularly near transit hubs, and enhancing the safety of public transit.
As our vibrant city looks ahead, the upcoming council meetings are sure to be lively as the new leadership addresses these pressing Calgary-specific priorities.