Tariffs: Positioned as a city hall insider who knows where systems are failing, Francis framed the election around priorities rather than experience, pledging to focus on “basics before vanity” and “people before politics.
Fred Francis
Candidate for Windsor
Tariffs: argues that Windsor needs experienced, steady leadership rather than someone requiring “on-job training,” emphasizing that his proven track record is necessary to navigate economic threats like U.S. tariffs and incoming city council turnover. Dilkens points to his leadership in founding the Border Mayors Alliance during Canada-U.S. trade tensions, and proposes a new “Buy Canadian” policy banning U.S. contractors from city projects while seeking federal funding for hosting the Gordie Howe Bridge.
Drew Dilkins
Candidate for Windsor
