WARD 6
A Record of Action
For René, serving Ward 6 is about more than talking about what should happen next. It is also about showing residents what has already been accomplished. Throughout his time on Council, René has supported investments and initiatives across recreation,
infrastructure, seniors’ services, social supports, and emergency services.
BUILDING WARD
Investing in Places
That Bring Our Community Together
IMPACT
Valley Twin Pad Arena
$15 Million
Secured major provincial and federal funding to construct a state-of-the-art twin pad arena, massively expanding ice access and recreational space for local youth and adult leagues.
REVIVAL
Event Centre & Derelict Old Hospital Building Removed
6,000-Person Capacity
Advancing the highly anticipated new event centre while ensuring the complete removal of the former old St. Joseph’s Hospital site, creating fresh possibilities for our community landscape.
UPGRADES
Active Outdoor Spaces
Courts & Dog Park
Delivered fully upgraded and accessible courts at Elmview and St. Joseph parks, plus successfully approved and funded the highly requested new Centennial dog park for our furry residents.
Ward 6 Seniors
Care Closer to Home
160-Bed Pioneer Manor Expansion
Approved the construction of a new 160-bed expansion at Pioneer Manor, creating more space to provide seniors with the care, comfort, and support they deserve.
Permanent Community Paramedicine
Secured permanent funding for the Community Paramedicine program, helping seniors receive essential care and support in the comfort of their own homes.
MUNICIPAL SERVICES
Infrastructure That Keeps Us Moving
Investing in essential services, road safety, and year-round maintenance to ensure Ward 6 remains accessible and reliable.
LIVE TRACKING
Live Tracking
Follow My Plow
Approved funding for the live “Follow My Plow” website, giving residents access to real-time winter maintenance tracking.
COMPLETED
Intersection Improvements
Intersection Upgrades
Approved funding for the redesign and reconstruction of the Coté Street and Notre-Dame intersection, along with major improvements at MR80 and Notre-Dame.
MORE
Infrastructure Investment
Additional Road Work
In 2026, $22.7 million in additional road work was completed with no impact on the property tax levy.
STRENGTH & SAFETY
Securing Ward 6 for the Future
We are making unprecedented investments in our frontline responders to ensure our community remains safe, prepared, and secure for generations to come.
FUNDED
+30 New Officers
Expanded Police Capacity
Approved enhancement of 30 additional sworn Police Officers to strengthen policing capacity and community safety across Greater Sudbury.
ACTIVE
+15 Full-time Paramedics
Enhanced Paramedic Services
Approved enhancement of 15 full-time paramedics to strengthen emergency medical response capacity across Greater Sudbury.
FUNDED
Specialized Rescue
Fire & Rescue Preparedness
Investing in state-of-the-art training programs and equipment upgrades so our firefighters are fully prepared for any emergency scenario.
René Lapierre
Ward 6 Councillor Candidate
A Leader Who Listens.