Councillor Kearns publicly tells us the 'best kept secret' in town - she wants to be Mayor

By Gazette Staff

March 24th, 2026

BURLINGTON, ON

Ward 2 Councillor Lisa Kearns

Burlington Ward 2 Councillor, Lisa Kearns will make an announcement regarding her intentions to run, and in which capacity, in the Oct. 26 municipal elections.

Kearns was first elected to Burlington City Council in 2018 and re-elected in 2022 serving the residents of Ward 2 with distinction and strong community support.

Kearns holds an Honours B.A. in Political Science from the University of Western Ontario, and has also obtained the Institute of Corporate Directors designation.

Councillor on a walking tour of her ward.

Known for her many community engagement programs such as downtown walking tours, town halls, safety forums, and regular ward information sessions, Kearns also recently visited Ghana at the invitation of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ “Partnerships for Municipal Innovation – Women In Local Leadership” program.

Kearns serves on the City’s Audit committee, Halton Services Police Board, Burlington Public Library Board, Art Gallery of Burlington, Burlington Downtown Business Association, and the United Way Cabinet.

Her council priorities are focused on community engagement, climate resiliency, local business support, and complete communities.

Questions will be taken at the event. Opportunities for one-on-one interviews will also be available.

This media release was embargoed until Tuesday March 24th, 2026 at 11:30am.