London, Ontario Municipal Election
A stronger London starts with bold leadership.
Kirsten Krose is running for Mayor of London, Ontario - committed to safer streets, thriving neighbourhoods, and a city that works for everyone.
London, Ontario Municipal Election
Kirsten Krose is running for Mayor of London, Ontario - committed to safer streets, thriving neighbourhoods, and a city that works for everyone.
Candidacy Announcement
Kirsten Krose Announces Candidacy for Mayor of London
London, Ontario — May 1, 2026 — Today, Kirsten Krose officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of London, Ontario, launching a campaign focused on delivering meaningful change, unlocking the city’s full potential, and working tirelessly for the people of London.
A seasoned public affairs professional and President of SWON Public Affairs, Krose brings extensive experience in government relations, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement across municipal, provincial, and federal levels. Her career includes roles with the Office of the Prime Minister, federal ministerial offices, and senior positions in provincial governments, where she developed a reputation for navigating complex policy environments and delivering results.
“London is a city with immense potential, but too many residents feel that progress has stalled,” said Krose. “I am running for Mayor to bring forward a clear vision for our city—one that prioritizes efficient services, responsible spending, safer communities, and a renewed focus on building a community for everyone.”
Krose’s campaign will centre on practical, results-driven priorities, including improving city services, addressing traffic and transit challenges, assessing the reality of housing and homelessness challenges and creating a viable plan, ensuring responsible fiscal management, and strengthening public safety—particularly in addressing violence against women and girls and safety in the downtown core.
Her platform emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to ensuring that residents have a stronger voice in how their city is governed.
“I believe in working hard, listening carefully, and delivering real outcomes,” Krose added. “This campaign is about building a city that works better—for families, for businesses, and for future generations.”
Krose will formally file her nomination papers May 1 2026 and begin engaging with residents across all wards as part of a comprehensive campaign rollout.
Media Contact:
Kirsten Krose
Email: kirsten@kirstenkrose.ca
Phone: 613-558-9210
BUILT ON EXPERIENCE
With experience inside the Office of the Prime Minister and across federal and provincial ministries, Kirsten knows how government works — and how to make it work better for Londoners. She will bring transparency, fiscal discipline, and results-driven leadership to city hall.
As the founder of SWON Public Affairs and a former Ottawa real estate entrepreneur, Kirsten understands what it takes to build something from the ground up. She will champion policies that reduce red tape, attract investment, and help London's local businesses thrive.
Drawing on her policy work across healthcare, education, and social development — including provincial roles in social services — Kirsten will fight to strengthen London's community health infrastructure, mental health supports, and access to social services for every resident.
Kirsten is actively involved with Homes for Heroes, the Veterans Wellness Alliance, and the Garrison Community Council. As Mayor, she will ensure London honours its commitment to veterans and invests in the wraparound supports that keep our most vulnerable neighbours from falling through the cracks.
With direct experience in the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development in B.C., Kirsten brings a multi-jurisdictional lens to growth and land use. She will ensure London grows responsibly — protecting green space, improving infrastructure, and planning for the long term.
A proud supporter of The Grand Theatre and Big Brothers Big Sisters of London, Kirsten believes that a vibrant city invests in its culture and its people. She will champion arts funding, recreation, and the community organizations that make London a place people are proud to call home.
MEET KIRSTEN
Kirsten Krose is a London, Ontario native with nearly two decades of experience in politics, policy, and strategic communications. From the Office of the Prime Minister to provincial ministries across Canada, she knows how government works - and how to make it deliver real results for Londoners.
In 2022 she founded SWON Public Affairs, bringing her national experience home to Southwestern Ontario. A 20 Under 40 recipient, active community volunteer, and proud Londoner, Kirsten has the experience, the relationships, and the drive that city hall needs.
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Kirsten Krose, a 41-year-old London businessperson with a political background including working for former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, is expected to announce a mayoral run Friday morning, when candidates are first able to declare for the October municipal election.
“I was born in London and remember the city I was raised in. This is not that city. It has great resources but it’s not functioning like a city of this size and calibre,” Krose told The Free Press in an interview on Thursday.
London, Ontario — May 1, 2026 — Today, Kirsten Krose officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of London, Ontario, launching a campaign focused on delivering meaningful change, unlocking the city’s full potential, and working tirelessly for the people of London.
A seasoned public affairs professional and President of SWON Public Affairs, Krose brings extensive experience in government relations, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement across municipal, provincial, and federal levels.