2026 Ottawa mayoral election

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Neil Saravanamuttoo

Economist and community advocate

Neil Saravanamuttoo is an Ottawa economist, former federal public servant and community advocate. He studied economics at Carleton University and the London School of…

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16
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Last verified
Sep 12, 2026
Accessibility & Para Transpo Alto High-Speed Rail City Governance & Transparency Climate Resilience & Extreme Weather
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