While much attention has focused on the high-profile contenders including councillors past and present, a provincial politician and a former police chief the race also features dozens of lesser known residents.
Experts say the so-called 'fringe' candidates are an important feature of an open, democratic election, although a crowded field could make it tougher for voters to make a choice.
Experts say the so-called ‘fringe’ candidates are an important feature of an open, democratic election, although a crowded field could make it tougher for voters to make a choice.