Ward 4 · Oshawa · 2026
Don Rockbrune for City Councillor Ward 4
People First. Evidence Always. Better Together.
Ward 4
Community rooted in Oshawa
After exploring, for years, as a parent, taxpayer, volunteer and business person, Don feels it is time to step up and run for councillor of Ward 4 and steward the experiences into solutions.
Oshawa needs to be more than blind growth. We need positive outcomes because of growth. City of Oshawa needs to be the biggest cheerleader for our citizens and businesses.
The standard that guides every decision
People First. Evidence Always. Better Together
Every policy should improve quality of life for Oshawa residents.
For too long, Oshawa has measured success by growth, reports, and ribbon cuttings.
Residents measure success differently.
Our goal shouldn't simply be to build a bigger city. Our goal should be to build a better city — where every decision improves the quality of life of the people who call Oshawa home.
Platform
Don Rockbrune's plan for a better Oshawa — starting in Ward 4.
Priority 1
Every decision should improve people's lives — not simply expand government or approve another project.
A better quality of life.
Priority 2
Citizens shouldn't have to fight for information they've already paid for.
Transparency shouldn't be an exception. It should be the default.
Priority 3
The technology already exists.
Residents deserve a city that works as efficiently as the people who pay for it.
Priority 4
Success isn't measured by meetings held or reports written. It's measured by outcomes.
If something isn't improving lives, we should have the courage to rethink it.
Priority 5
Strong cities are built on strong relationships.
Communities grow stronger when neighbours know each other.
Priority 6
An informed community is a stronger community.
Democracy works best when information is accessible, factual, and easy to understand.
Priority 7
Arts, culture, history, recreation, and local businesses aren't extras. They're part of what makes Oshawa worth calling home.
Civic pride grows when people see themselves reflected in their city.
Priority 8
Every public dollar should deliver measurable value.
The goal isn't to spend more. The goal is to achieve better results.
Priority 9
Healthy democracies welcome new perspectives.
The best ideas can come from anyone.
Priority 10
Municipal leadership is about stewardship.
That is the standard I will hold myself to.
Commitment
I won't promise perfection.
I will promise:
Because every policy, every budget, and every decision should answer one question: Did it improve the quality of life of the people of Oshawa?
Ward 4
Interactive map with streets, parks, and ward boundaries from City of Oshawa open data. Ward 4 is highlighted.
Streets: OpenStreetMap · Wards & parks: City of Oshawa Open Data
Bounded on the north by Rossland Rd., on the east by Wilson Rd., on the west by Thickson Rd (city border), on the south by Olive Ave. and Gibb St.
Get involved
Help elect Don Rockbrune as Ward 4 City Councillor in 2026. Lawn signs, canvassing, events — or stay in the loop.
Every conversation matters. Reach out and tell us how you'd like to help build a better Oshawa.
See all ten priorities for transparency, modernization, community, and stewardship.
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We honour the land and the people who make this community strong.
We acknowledge that Oshawa sits on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, within the Williams Treaties (1923). We honour the enduring presence of Indigenous peoples on this land and their stewardship long before this city was built.
We are also grateful to the volunteers, neighbours, and community members who give their time and voice to this campaign — and to everyone working to build a better Oshawa together.
Campaign updates
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