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Focused on putting Burlington families first,

making sure your voice is heard at City Hall,

and protecting the community we all call home.

Ready to be heard?

Focused on What Matters

Your Family. Your Voice. Your Burlington.

Burlington residents deserve reliable services, safe neighbourhoods, responsible spending, and a city that remains affordable, connected, and a great place to call home.

Your Family: Services That Support Everyday Life

Burlington families deserve reliable services that make daily life easier, safer, and more affordable.

  • Focus on better value for the services families rely on every day

  • Improve responsiveness for calls, complaints, and service requests

  • Make sure City spending is transparent and tied to outcomes that matter to Burlington households

Your Voice: Safe, Strong Neighbourhoods

Residents deserve to feel heard and safe in the neighbourhoods they know and love.

  • Listen to residents about safety concerns in their own neighbourhoods

  • Support investments in community safety and emergency response

  • Work with local partners to keep public spaces, parks, streets, and facilities clean, secure, and welcoming

Your Burlington

Affordability and Quality of Life

Protecting Burlington means making responsible decisions that respect taxpayers, support families, and preserve the quality of life residents value.

  • Keep property tax increases responsible and predictable for families

  • Prioritize spending on services Burlington residents actually use

  • Support vibrant neighbourhoods, strong community spaces, and a high quality of life

  • Make decisions that balance growth with livability and protect what makes Burlington home

Fixing the Basics

The basics should work well for every neighbourhood, because they shape how families experience Burlington every day.

  • Better road maintenance and timely repairs in every neighbourhood

  • Reliable, predictable snow clearing when families need it most

  • More reliable and accessible transit options that better connect residents to the services, destinations, and opportunities they rely on

  • Responsive municipal services that residents can count on

Meet Olivia

Olivia Duke's headshot - candidate for Burlington Council, municipal elections

Olivia Duke is a community leader and candidate for Burlington City Council (Ward 4) and Halton Regional Council with nearly two decades of experience in business development, nonprofit leadership, and strategic planning.

She holds a Master of Public Policy (MPP) specializing in housing policy, bringing a strong understanding of how housing, growth, infrastructure, and local decision-making shape affordability, quality of life, and the future of Burlington.

Beyond her professional and academic experience, Olivia remains actively involved in the community as the President of the Burlington Lions Club, working alongside local organizations, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen neighbourhoods, support families, and build meaningful community connections.

Her approach is grounded in listening, collaboration, and responsible leadership, with a commitment to helping Burlington remain a connected, affordable, and welcoming city for current and future generations.

Learn more about Olivia's experience and community involvement →

Ward 4 is facing real pressures, on affordability, core services, growth, and maintaining the quality of life residents expect. It needs steady, practical leadership that puts families first and makes sure residents have a real voice at City Hall.

Olivia Duke has already shown she listens, connects, and works alongside residents to understand their priorities. She will bring that same approach to the council table, championing better roads, reliable snow removal, safer neighbourhoods, and everyday services families can count on, while making good decisions that keep Burlington affordable, livable, and strong.

With a clear focus on your family, your voice, and your Burlington, Olivia is ready to deliver the kind of leadership Ward 4 needs.

Leadership in the Community

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Photo Credit: Matko Photography

Nonprofit & Community Leadership

Olivia has worked closely with local nonprofits and volunteer-led organizations to support governance, strategic planning, and sustainable service delivery. Her work has included helping organizations navigate change, strengthen operations, support long-term sustainability, and remain focused on the people and communities they serve.

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A snapshot of the core team working together to support community connection through the Appleby Line Street Festival.

Housing, Aging & Social Infrastructure

Olivia’s community work and policy research focus on how housing, aging, and social supports intersect at the local level. She is particularly interested in approaches that help people remain connected, supported, and securely housed while strengthening the long-term wellbeing and resilience of communities as they grow and change.

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Celebrating 100 years of the Burlington Lions Club by donating $100,000 to the Carpenter Hospice, Community Living Burlington, and Shifra Homes.

Civic Engagement & Local Governance

Olivia has spent years engaging with residents, elected officials, and community partners on issues that shape local communities and quality of life. Her involvement has included participating in public consultations, supporting community initiatives, and contributing to conversations about transparency, collaboration, fiscal responsibility, and good governance.

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Working alongside community partners at FeedHalton, learning more about the essential work they do to address food insecurity and support dignity across our community.

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    Your Voice

    Safe, Strong Neighbourhoods

    Residents deserve to feel heard and safe in the neighbourhoods they know and love.

    • Listen to residents about the issues affecting their neighbourhoods

    • Support community safety and emergency response services

    • Keep parks, streets, and public spaces clean, welcoming, and well-maintained

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    Your Burlington

    Protecting What Makes Burlington Home

    A great city is built on strong neighbourhoods, reliable services, and thoughtful decisions that support long-term quality of life.

    • Responsible property tax increases and thoughtful spending decisions

    • Better road maintenance and timely repairs

    • Reliable snow clearing and dependable waste and recycling services

    • Growth that balances affordability, livability, and neighbourhood character

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    Your Family

    Services That Support Everyday Life

    Burlington families deserve reliable services that make daily life easier, safer, and more affordable.

    • Better value for the services residents rely on every day

    • Responsive service when residents have questions, concerns, or requests

    • Transparent spending that delivers results for Burlington households

Follow Along

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One of my favourite @burlingtonlionsclub traditions is preparing our annual student scholarships. This year, we’re preparing 93 scholarships for students across 31 schools throughout Burlington. Behind every envelope is a student who has worke
What a wonderful morning at the Hike for Hospice in support of @carpenter_hospice. It was inspiring to see so many residents, volunteers, community organizations, families, and local leaders come together for such an important cause. The compassion,
One of the best parts of knocking on doors is listening. Every conversation is different, but this week a few common themes emerged across Ward 4: affordability, traffic congestion, infrastructure, and community safety. While not everyone agrees on
Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening of @wolseleycanada's new Burlington location. What struck me most wasn’t just the impressive facility, but the people. So many of the employees live right here in Burlington, contribu
Behind the scenes with some wonderful people, filming a Community Cultures segment with @yourtvhalton about the @burlingtonlionsclub and the power of community service. One of the things I appreciate most about volunteering is the opportunity to wor
A little something many people may not know about me is how much I enjoy live music. Last month, while visiting Nashville, I spent an evening in one of the city’s famous listening rooms listening to songwriters @mattmckinneywrites, @timothyjam
🚧 Shoreacres neighbours: if you’ve noticed the orange fencing and increased activity along Spruce Avenue, work is now underway as part of the City’s Spruce Avenue Area Minor Reconstruction project. As someone who lives in Shoreacres, I&
A few weeks ago, I gathered with close friends and family for an evening filled with conversation, connection, laughter, and reflection about community, Burlington, and the importance of staying engaged in the places we call home. I’m incredib
What an incredible night at the Ignite Next Gen Music Competition 🎶✨ A full house, outstanding performances, and so much incredible young talent from Burlington and beyond. Nights like this are such an important reminder of how meaningful it is to
Tonight’s community safety meeting at St. Raphael reinforced something important: residents across Ward 4 place a high value on safe, connected, and resilient neighbourhoods. As a Shoreacres resident, this conversation hits close to home. Many
Some of the most meaningful moments in Burlington are the ones that bring people together. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to work alongside incredible volunteers, local organizations, businesses, and residents who care deeply about streng

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