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Elect

Prakash Venkataraman — Regional Councillor

Region of Waterloo – Cambridge

A Cambridge for Everyone.

A bold, fearless, and independent voice — standing

up for accountability, transparency, and Cambridge's fair share.

Welcome

Fearless Voice

for Cambridge

Voice of

Cambridge

Prakash Venkataraman speaking with residents

Cambridge is a remarkable city — with extraordinary people, thriving businesses, vibrant neighbourhoods, and unlimited potential. Yet too often, our residents pay more and receive less. We contribute significantly to the Region of Waterloo, but we don't always get our fair share of the investment, infrastructure, services, and opportunities we've earned.

It's time for stronger representation, responsible leadership, and better results.

Two Regional Councillor positions will be elected from Cambridge — and I respectfully ask for the opportunity to earn your support as one of your choices.

As your Regional Councillor, I will be an independent voice focused on people, not politics — standing up for accountability, responsible growth, and transparency with integrity, courage, and action.

Together, we can build a Cambridge that is more affordable, more connected, safer, and better prepared for future generations.

See My Priorities →

Meet Prakash

My Story

Is a Cambridge Story

Twenty-six years ago, in my twenties, my family arrived in Cambridge with hope and determination. We began at the old Satellite Motel on Hespeler Road, rented a modest one-bedroom apartment on Wooley Street, and through hard work bought our first home on Sekura Street. Our two sons were both born at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.

Cambridge gave my family an opportunity. Everything since has been about giving back to the community that welcomed us.

I don't love politics. I love my community. I'm not a political hopeful. I'm a community hopeful.

26

Years calling

Cambridge home

20,000+

Hours of volunteer

service

30+

Years of executive

leadership

Cambridge deserves experienced, compassionate, accountable, and fearless leadership that always puts people first.

Read My Full Story →

Priorities for

Cambridge

Practical solutions. Measurable results. Here's what I'll fight for on Regional Council.

Prakash Venkataraman with residents at a community event

01

Follow the Money

Demand accountability. Increase transparency. Eliminate waste.

Taxpayers deserve to know where every dollar goes — and what value it delivers. I'll work to keep property tax increases at or below inflation and ensure every major project proves its value before your money is committed.

Prakash Venkataraman receiving a certificate of recognition

02

Get Priorities in Check

Focus on the services residents depend on every day.

The government should get the basics right before expanding into costly new initiatives — attainable housing, safe neighbourhoods, reliable transit, and well-maintained roads and infrastructure.

Prakash Venkataraman with a community sports team

03

Renegotiate & Right-Size

Secure Cambridge's fair share.

Cambridge deserves fair investment from every Regional tax dollar we contribute — expanded GO Transit, greater support for Cambridge Memorial Hospital, stronger police resources, and more recreation and community facilities.

Prakash Venkataraman at a community celebration

04

Improve Affordability

Make the government work smarter while growing opportunity.

Families can't keep carrying the cost of every major project through higher property taxes. I'll pursue provincial and federal funding, grants, and partnerships that reduce pressure on local taxpayers.

Prakash Venkataraman with volunteers and local leaders

05

A Cambridge for Everyone

Building a stronger community where everyone can thrive.

A successful city leaves no one behind — supporting seniors, youth, families, workers, and small businesses, with compassionate solutions for homelessness, mental health, and addiction.

Every neighbourhood matters. Every voice matters.

Explore My Full Platform →

Why Prakash?

Experience.

Integrity. Accountability. Action.

The five credentials:

Community Builder & Champion

More than 20,000 hours of volunteer service supporting local charities, youth, seniors, healthcare, arts, music, culture, business, and service organizations across Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

Independent

Voice

Not a career politician. An independent leader who puts residents first, asks the tough questions, and demands transparency, accountability, and results.

Proven

Leader

More than 30 years of executive leadership — leading organizations across 100+ countries, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, building high-performing teams, and delivering results.

Engineer, Entrepreneur & Compassionate Leader

An Electrical and Electronics Engineer with multiple postgraduate credentials, including Mastery Negotiation from Harvard. A business leader who has built companies, created jobs, met payroll, and balanced budgets — and understands the real challenges facing families and local businesses.

Results-Driven

Focused on affordability, responsible growth, safer communities, better transportation, stronger infrastructure, and ensuring Cambridge receives its fair share of Regional investment.

Community leadership and volunteer recognition award
Recognition honours and awards for service
Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
Paul Harris Fellow recognition
Royal Canadian Legion Affiliate recognition pin
Paul Harris Fellow sapphire recognition pin
Rotary International Avenues of Service award
Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee commemorative pin
Rotary International Avenues of Service emblem

Leadership is not measured by promises. Leadership is measured by results.

Learn More About Prakash →
Prakash Venkataraman volunteering with the community

Serving Our Community

26 Years

of Service. A Lifetime of Commitment.

For the past 26 years, Prakash has been where the community is — not during election season, but every season.

He has given more than 20,000 volunteer hours to Cambridge Memorial Hospital, the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, the Royal Canadian Legion, Rotary, youth organizations, charities, service clubs, cultural associations, places of worship, sports organizations, and countless local initiatives across Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

Today he continues to serve as Assistant District Governor for Rotary District 7080, Director of the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, and Ambassador and Governance Committee Member of the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation.

My commitment to service has never been about recognition. It has always been about making our community stronger

Together, we've built stronger neighbourhoods, supported families, and created opportunities. Now let's keep going.

Get Involved →

Gallery

Prakash Venkataraman with residents
Community event in Cambridge
Prakash Venkataraman with volunteers
Youth outreach in Cambridge
Neighbourhood canvassing
Local business visit
Community celebration
Volunteers at a campaign event
Prakash Venkataraman speaking to residents
Cambridge community gathering
Supporters at a campaign event
Prakash Venkataraman with local leaders

Get Involved

This

campaign

is powered by people,

Not politics.

Every conversation, every sign, and every helping hand brings us closer to a Cambridge for everyone. Here's how you can be part of it.

Volunteer

Whether you can spare a few hours or join us throughout the campaign, your time and talents make a real difference.

Donate

Your contribution helps us reach tens of thousands of residents through outreach, campaign materials, and voter education.

Request a Lawn Sign

Show your support and help spread the word across your neighbourhood. Signs are delivered and installed at no cost.

Stay Updated

Sign up for campaign news, election reminders, and important voting dates delivered straight to your inbox.

Not sure where to start? Even sharing this page with a neighbour helps.

Get In Touch →
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Key Dates

Mark Your Calendar

Your vote is your voice. Here's when to use it.

Two Regional Councillor positions will be elected from Cambridge. Make sure your voice is one of the ones that counts.

September 26, 2026

Online Voting Begins

Cast your ballot from

home, starting today

October 26, 2026

Election Day

Monday — polls open

across Cambridge

Advance Voting

Advance

voting

locations

and dates

Election Day

Residents can vote at any advance voting location, regardless of their ward, during the advance voting period.

Preston Auditorium – September 26, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Cambridge City Hall – October 6–10, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Hespeler Memorial Arena – October 17, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Residents can vote at any voting location assigned to their ward

*For additional election information, voting details, and voter resources, visit: cambridge.ca/voting

Prakash Venkataraman

Together, Let's Build the Cambridge We Deserve

I am truly humbled by the trust and encouragement I've received from residents, volunteers, friends, and neighbours across Cambridge. Your belief in what our community can become inspires me every single day.

Together, we can build a stronger Cambridge and a stronger Waterloo Region — where families thrive, businesses grow, our seniors are respected, our youth are empowered, our neighbourhoods are safe, and every resident has the opportunity to succeed.

Leadership is not measured by promises. Leadership is measured by results.

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Candidate for Regional Councillor

Region of Waterloo – Cambridge

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Prakash Venkataraman

Elect

Prakash Venkataraman — Regional Councillor

Region of Waterloo – Cambridge

A Cambridge for Everyone.

A bold, fearless, and independent voice — standing

up for accountability, transparency, and Cambridge's fair share.

Welcome

Fearless Voice

for Cambridge

Cambridge is a remarkable city — with extraordinary people, thriving businesses, vibrant neighbourhoods, and unlimited potential. Yet too often, our residents pay more and receive less. We contribute significantly to the Region of Waterloo, but we don't always get our fair share of the investment, infrastructure, services, and opportunities we've earned.

It's time for stronger representation, responsible leadership, and better results.

Two Regional Councillor positions will be elected from Cambridge — and I respectfully ask for the opportunity to earn your support as one of your choices.

As your Regional Councillor, I will be an independent voice focused on people, not politics — standing up for accountability, responsible growth, and transparency with integrity, courage, and action.

Voice of

Cambridge

Prakash Venkataraman speaking with residents

Together, we can build a Cambridge that is more affordable, more connected, safer, and better prepared for future generations.

See My Priorities →

Meet Prakash

My Story

Is a Cambridge Story

Twenty-six years ago, in my twenties, my family arrived in Cambridge with hope and determination. We began at the old Satellite Motel on Hespeler Road, rented a modest one-bedroom apartment on Wooley Street, and through hard work bought our first home on Sekura Street. Our two sons were both born at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.

Cambridge gave my family an opportunity. Everything since has been about giving back to the community that welcomed us.

I don't love politics. I love my community. I'm not a political hopeful. I'm a community hopeful.

26

Years calling

Cambridge home

20,000+

Hours of volunteer

service

30+

Years of executive

leadership

26

Years calling

Cambridge home

20,000+

Hours of volunteer

service

30+

Years of executive

leadership

Cambridge deserves experienced, compassionate, accountable, and fearless leadership that always puts people first.

Read My Full Story →

Priorities for

Cambridge

Practical solutions. Measurable results. Here's what I'll fight for on Regional Council.

Prakash Venkataraman with residents at a community event

01

Follow the Money

Demand accountability. Increase transparency. Eliminate waste.

Taxpayers deserve to know where every dollar goes — and what value it delivers. I'll work to keep property tax increases at or below inflation and ensure every major project proves its value before your money is committed.

Prakash Venkataraman receiving a certificate of recognition

02

Get Priorities in Check

Focus on the services residents depend on every day.

The government should get the basics right before expanding into costly new initiatives — attainable housing, safe neighbourhoods, reliable transit, and well-maintained roads and infrastructure.

Prakash Venkataraman with a community sports team

03

Renegotiate & Right-Size

Secure Cambridge's fair share.

Cambridge deserves fair investment from every Regional tax dollar we contribute — expanded GO Transit, greater support for Cambridge Memorial Hospital, stronger police resources, and more recreation and community facilities.

Prakash Venkataraman at a community celebration

04

Improve Affordability

Make the government work smarter while growing opportunity.

Families can't keep carrying the cost of every major project through higher property taxes. I'll pursue provincial and federal funding, grants, and partnerships that reduce pressure on local taxpayers.

Prakash Venkataraman with volunteers and local leaders

05

A Cambridge for Everyone

Building a stronger community where everyone can thrive.

A successful city leaves no one behind — supporting seniors, youth, families, workers, and small businesses, with compassionate solutions for homelessness, mental health, and addiction.

Every neighbourhood matters. Every voice matters.

Explore My Full Platform →

Why Prakash?

Experience

Integrity. Accountability. Action.

Community Builder & Champion

Community Builder & Champion

More than 20,000 hours of volunteer service supporting local charities, youth, seniors, healthcare, arts, music, culture, business, and service organizations across Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

Independent

Voice

Not a career politician. An independent leader who puts residents first, asks the tough questions, and demands transparency, accountability, and results.

Proven

Leader

More than 30 years of executive leadership — leading organizations across 100+ countries, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, building high-performing teams, and delivering results.

Engineer, Entrepreneur & Compassionate Leader

An Electrical and Electronics Engineer with multiple postgraduate credentials, including Mastery Negotiation from Harvard. A business leader who has built companies, created jobs, met payroll, and balanced budgets — and understands the real challenges facing families and local businesses.

Results-Driven

Focused on affordability, responsible growth, safer communities, better transportation, stronger infrastructure, and ensuring Cambridge receives its fair share of Regional investment.

Community Builder & Champion

More than 20,000 hours of volunteer service supporting local charities, youth, seniors, healthcare, arts, music, culture, business, and service organizations across Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

Independent

Voice

Not a career politician. An independent leader who puts residents first, asks the tough questions, and demands transparency, accountability, and results.

Proven

Leader

More than 30 years of executive leadership — leading organizations across 100+ countries, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, building high-performing teams, and delivering results.

Engineer, Entrepreneur & Compassionate Leader

An Electrical and Electronics Engineer with multiple postgraduate credentials, including Mastery Negotiation from Harvard. A business leader who has built companies, created jobs, met payroll, and balanced budgets — and understands the real challenges facing families and local businesses.

Results-Driven

Focused on affordability, responsible growth, safer communities, better transportation, stronger infrastructure, and ensuring Cambridge receives its fair share of Regional investment.

Leadership is not measured by promises. Leadership is measured by results.

Learn More About Prakash →

Serving Our Community

Prakash Venkataraman with the campaign volunteer team

26 Years

of Service. A Lifetime of Commitment.

For the past 26 years, Prakash has been where the community is — not during election season, but every season.

He has given more than 20,000 volunteer hours to Cambridge Memorial Hospital, the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, the Royal Canadian Legion, Rotary, youth organizations, charities, service clubs, cultural associations, places of worship, sports organizations, and countless local initiatives across Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

Today he continues to serve as Assistant District Governor for Rotary District 7080, Director of the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, and Ambassador and Governance Committee Member of the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation.

My commitment to service has never been about recognition. It has always been about making our community stronger

Together, we've built stronger neighbourhoods, supported families, and created opportunities. Now let's keep going.

Get Involved →

Gallery

Prakash Venkataraman with residents
Community event in Cambridge
Prakash Venkataraman with volunteers
Youth outreach in Cambridge
Neighbourhood canvassing
Local business visit
Community celebration
Volunteers at a campaign event
Prakash Venkataraman speaking to residents
Cambridge community gathering
Supporters at a campaign event
Prakash Venkataraman with local leaders

Get Involved

This campaign

is powered by people, not politics.

Every conversation, every sign, and every helping hand brings us closer to a Cambridge for everyone. Here's how you can be part of it.

Volunteer

Whether you can spare a few hours or join us throughout the campaign, your time and talents make a real difference.

Sign Me Up

Donate

Your contribution helps us reach tens of thousands of residents through outreach, campaign materials, and voter education.

Contribute Now

Request a Lawn Sign

Show your support and help spread the word across your neighbourhood. Signs are delivered and installed at no cost.

Request My Sign

Stay Updated

Sign up for campaign news, election reminders, and important voting dates delivered straight to your inbox.

Keep Me Posted

Not sure where to start? Even sharing this page with a neighbour helps.

Get In Touch →