The Mississauga mayoral race, set for October 26, remains closely contested following the August 21 nomination deadline that produced 14 candidates. Recent Liaison Strategies polling shows incumbent Carolyn Parrish and former mayor Bonnie Crombie tied at 35% among decided and leaning voters, with councillors Dipika Damerla at 18% and Alvin Tedjo at 12%, while 26% remain undecided and city sentiment has turned negative. Crombie’s mid-July entry intensified the matchup between the two highest-profile contenders, each drawing on prior terms and council experience, while the lower-polling candidates have yet to consolidate meaningful support. Traders reflect this balance through comparable probabilities for the top names, with separation likely hinging on upcoming debates, further surveys, or shifts among undecided voters in the final weeks.