A voice that listens, acts, and delivers for District 7.
Together, Yes We Can
About Gloria Rosado
My name is Gloria Rosado, a proud Canadian immigrant mother and long-time Westmount resident.
I made Westmount my home more than fifteen years ago and raised my son here — he studied at Saint-Léon de Westmount, where I also had the privilege of serving as a member of the Conseil d’établissement. Those years deepened my understanding of how our schools, families, and community come together to shape the next generation. I have built many friendships and have had the pleasure to assist my neighbours find a stronger voice in the decision making process that shapes our community. As your District 7 candidate, I’m not here to make promises — I’m here to work with you to deliver practical solutions that improve our daily lives. My experience includes tourism, and UNESCO World Heritage Cities coordination work. Throughout my career, I have focused on urban cleanliness, sustainable development, and community participation. These are lessons that now guide my approach to keeping Westmount safe, clean, and beautiful, while preserving what makes each neighbourhood unique. My professional career includes work at ICAO, the International Civil Aviation Organization in Montréal, and the MUHC. I am intimately aware of the daily challenges faced by many Westmount families: the rising cost of living, access to quality public services, and the need for stronger community connections. Today, as Executive Director of Fusion Québec (an organization that promotes Quebec’s socio-economic progress, cultural exchange, and inclusion), I champion leadership, inclusion, and civic participation across communities throughout the province. I also serve as President of 50 + 1 Canada, an organization dedicated to advancing dialogue, human rights, and peace-building across cultures. Through projects such as my bilingual podcast, The First Women Who Broke the Glass Ceiling, and the annual event La Force d’être Ensemble, I work to connect people, share stories of resilience, and strengthen the fabric of our communities. These same values — community, inclusion, and action — are at the heart of my plan for Westmount. Together, we can make our city safer, greener, and better managed, starting right here in District 7. As a woman, a mother, and a neighbour, I believe that leadership begins with listening and action. My experience has taught me that real leadership means listening, building trust, and acting with integrity. That’s how I will serve Westmount — by ensuring that City Hall decisions reflect the voices, priorities, and hopes of our residents, especially here in District 7. My commitment is simple: to deliver visible, practical results — for a Westmount that is safer, cleaner, greener, and more united. You can explore my full platform below. Westmount is where my son is growing up, where I’ve built my life, and where I will continue to build bridges between people and ideas. Together, we can make Westmount a city that preserves its heritage, invests in its people, and looks confidently toward the future. Thank you! – Gloria RosadoPriorities
Practical solutions for a better District 7
Safer Streets
We all want to feel confident walking or cycling through our neighbourhood — especially along Ste-Catherine Street between Irvine and Lewis, and at the busy corners of Lansdowne at Ste-Catherine, Melville, and De Maisonneuve. As City Councillor, I will propose a formal safety audit of these key crosswalks and high-risk intersections to identify where lighting, signage, and pedestrian visibility can be improved. Working with city staff, I will bring a motion to council to evaluate options for small-scale, planter-based traffic-calming designs — low-cost, evidence-based measures that the city can implement within existing maintenance budgets.
This initiative responds to a real and documented concern: parents and students have reported speeding and poor visibility near Westmount High School, particularly at drop-off and pickup times. To address this, I will advocate for a 90-day “Slow Streets” pilot project around Hillside and Ste-Catherine, coordinated with Public Works and Public Safety, to test reduced-speed signage, flexible barriers, and safer crossing markings. Beyond safety, these measures can enhance the beauty and environmental quality of our streets. By incorporating native flowers and milkweed, we can attract pollinators and monarch butterflies — linking safety with biodiversity in one of the most visible areas of our community. All of this will be done within existing resources, with clear timelines and measurable outcomes, ensuring that every step improves daily life for residents without increasing costs. As part of a privacy-by-design approach, I will propose that the City explore voluntary, non-intrusive civic-tech tools — such as a neighbourhood safety-camera registry for residents who choose to participate, and data-driven crosswalk audits using non-identifying sensors — to help city staff and public safety teams respond faster and more effectively to road-safety issues. All initiatives will fully respect Quebec’s privacy laws and community consent.Better Everyday Management
City Hall should respond as efficiently as the residents who pay for it.
I’ll establish a District 7 Civic Partnerships Table — a trimestral public forum that brings together residents’ associations, schools, local businesses, and community organizations to guide and coordinate initiatives related to urban planning, public spaces, and neighbourhood improvement. This table will serve as a local advisory body supporting future planning efforts, ensuring that residents have a structured, ongoing voice in shaping how our streets, parks, and public areas evolve, ensuring transparency and real accountability. I will create a Direct Line to the City Councillor, so residents can easily report issues such as noise, garbage, or maintenance concerns, and I will ensure the publication of a weekly online map of District 7 showing roadworks, repairs, and city services—so everyone knows what’s happening on their street. But communication must go both ways. I’ll keep the line open—not only to report problems but to plan and solve them together as quickly as possible. Every week, I’ll hold open meetings with neighbours, in person or online, where residents can share updates, ask questions, and help shape solutions that reflect their lived experience. For many, especially our seniors, peace and quiet are part of quality of life. I will advocate for stronger noise management, ensuring that construction schedules, leaf-blower use, and event permits respect residential areas and community hours. Finally, I’ll push for cleaner, better-coordinated garbage and recycling collection, paired with neighbourhood education—because well-kept streets, calm surroundings, and open communication all go hand in hand.Stronger community life
Local Life, Community Gardens & the Monarch Oasis
We can transform underused municipal spaces — such as the small green areas along Hillside — into vibrant community gardens where neighbours plant, learn, and connect.
To ensure these projects grow sustainably, I will advocate for the creation of a dedicated Environmental and Community Development Department, focused on promoting green innovation, citizen participation, and long-term environmental stewardship across Westmount. This department would coordinate resources, facilitate partnerships, and provide technical and educational support to neighbourhood initiatives. I will propose the creation of “Monarch Oasis” micro-gardens, featuring native plants, educational signage, and community-led events that bring together ecology, art, and heritage — in partnership with local merchants, schools, and families. These initiatives will draw on existing city environmental and beautification budgets, complemented by small-scale community sponsorships and volunteer programs already supported in Westmount. The city routinely allocates modest funds for park improvements and citizen-led greening projects; by coordinating those resources and engaging partners such as the Westmount Horticultural Society, local schools, and merchants, we can create visible, lasting impact at minimal cost. To make these spaces truly inclusive, I will also work to integrate accessible seating areas — such as in the Westmount Park gazebo — and seasonal activities for seniors, held in collaboration with benevolent organizations: indoors at seniors’ residences in winter, and outdoors in the gardens during summer. These intergenerational activities will strengthen community bonds and offer meaningful opportunities for engagement and well-being. These gardens will serve as living classrooms — places that cultivate pride, inclusion, and environmental awareness. The Monarch Butterfly, a trilateral migrant, symbolizes the diversity, continuity, and resilience that make Westmount strong — values we live every day in District 7.A neighbour’s promise
I am a strong woman, a mother, and a neighbour who believes that leadership begins with listening and action.
My commitment is simple: to deliver visible, practical results—for a Westmount that is safer, cleaner, greener, and more united.
This is where my son is growing up, where I’ve built my life, and where I’ll continue to build bridges between people and ideas.
Together, we can make a peaceful and beautiful District 7, one garden, one conversation at a time.
Westmount District 7
Our neighborhood
From Westmount Park to Hallowell St, District 7 reflects who we are — diverse, caring, and forward-looking. Let’s build a city that listens, responds, and delivers for everyone.
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Meet the Candidate!
Tuesday, October 14 / Mardi, 14 octobre
11:00 AM / 11h
Mouton Noir, Coffee
4675 Rue Sherbrooke
Saturday, October 18 / Samedi, 18 octobre
10:00 AM / 10h
Westmount Recreation Center / Centre des Loisirs de Westmount
4675 Rue Ste-Catherine O
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