Meet Mayor, Josh Morgan!
Thank you for welcoming me into the pages of The Mom & Caregiver Magazine. This is my first column, and I’m grateful for the chance to connect directly with the parents and caregivers who have helped form London’s reputation as a strong, compassionate city. You are the foundation that helps community thrive, and your love, sacrifices and everyday wisdom shape the character of our neighbourhoods in ways that cannot be overstated. As a father of four, I know how busy life can be, and I appreciate being able to share a little about who I am and why I care deeply about the city we share.
For the past three years it has been my honour to serve as Mayor of London, my home for almost thirty years. I first arrived in 1998 to study economics at Western. Like many students who flock to our city, I found myself falling in love with this place. I knew London was where I wanted to build my life, raise my family and give back to a community that had given me so much.
Family plays a defining role in my life. I’m fortunate to be close with my mom, whose strength and kindness shaped who I am as a parent and as a leader. I count on her advice every day. Raising my children in London also gives me a daily reminder of what matters most to families. We experience the same hopes and challenges, from finding safe routes to school to making sure our kids have places to play, learn and grow.
That guides my work as Mayor. Parents want safe neighbourhoods, streets they can navigate, modern parks and recreation facilities, and community spaces that feel welcoming. They want a London that helps build a stable future for their children. That’s the core principle behind our decisions, from building affordable housing to improving road safety, investing in emergency and public services, and enhancing community centres and parks.
London is a place where families lift one another up. Like any family, London City Council may not always agree, but I am dedicated to working together to make life better for you and your loved ones. I look forward to staying connected. See you soon!
Josh Morgan, Mayor, City of London
