Yuliya Benedziktavich
EMPOWERING OUR CITY
Serving Richmond Hill with Integrity.
Brief Introduction.
- I’m 32 years old and a York University alumni, where I studied Health Care Management & Policy and graduated with a Bachelor of Health Studies (BHS) diploma in 2018.
- My education and work have focused on how public systems can work better. I’ve spent years studying the Canadian health care system and how public services can be made more effective, efficient, and responsive while using public resources responsibly.
- I’m a small business owner and entrepreneur. I co-own Asters Patisserie and am involved in its operations, marketing, partnerships, and customer experience.
- I also have experience building and managing businesses. Over the years, my work included overseeing operations and strategic initiatives, developing supply chains, and working with Canadian retailers.
- I’ve been involved in Richmond Hill municipal politics before. In 2022, I ran as a Ward 5 Council candidate, giving me the opportunity to speak directly with residents, understand their concerns, and learn firsthand how local government affects everyday life.
Thank you, Ward 5
On October 26, 1,118 neighbours gave me their vote. I am deeply grateful to every one of you.
Thank you to everyone who opened the door, shared a concern or told me what matters on your street. Thank you to my volunteers and my team, who gave their time and energy.
The campaign is over, but my work in our community is not. I am staying close to my neighbours in Ward 5 and in Richmond Hill, and I will share what comes next right here.
Get to Know Yuliya — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Yuliya Benedziktavich?
Yuliya Benedziktavich is a Ward 5 resident, a York University graduate and a small business co-owner. She ran for Ward 5 Councillor in Richmond Hill in the municipal election held on October 26, 2026. She is staying close to her neighbours and community.
Which ward did Yuliya Benedziktavich run in?
Yuliya Benedziktavich ran for Ward 5 Councillor in Richmond Hill. The election took place on October 26, 2026.
Where can I find information about voting in the 2026 Richmond Hill municipal election?
The Richmond Hill municipal election took place on October 26, 2026. This website keeps its voting guide and voting locations pages as an archive. They describe that election and are not instructions for a current vote. For official election results and information, please visit the City of Richmond Hill website.
Where can I read Yuliya Benedziktavich’s 2026 campaign priorities?
The Priorities page keeps the priorities Yuliya shared during the 2026 Ward 5 election campaign. It is a record of that campaign.
Is this an official City of Richmond Hill website?
No. This is the personal website of Yuliya Benedziktavich, not an official City of Richmond Hill website. Yuliya shares information about her community work and keeps materials from her election campaigns here. For official City information and services, please visit the City of Richmond Hill website.
How can I contact Yuliya or volunteer to help our Ward 5 community?
You can reach Yuliya through the Contact page, or sign up to lend a hand on the Volunteer page. Every message, every conversation and every hour volunteered helps build a stronger Ward 5, together.
MY VISION FOR RICHMOND HILL
Supporting safer road design, better walkability, well-maintained public spaces, and neighbourhoods where residents feel safe.
Every parent should feel comfortable walking their child to school. Every senior should feel confident crossing the street. Every resident should be able to get around their neighbourhood safely.
See my plan for safer roads and walkable communities →
Everyone deserves to feel safe walking through their neighbourhood—and safe coming home. Feeling secure in your community is fundamental to quality of life.
Residents should feel comfortable taking an evening walk, letting their children play outside, using local parks, and going about their daily lives without constantly worrying about their personal safety or the security of their homes.
See my plan for safe neighbourhoods and safe homes →
Your tax dollars should work as hard as you do. People pay taxes and expect results.
Residents work hard for their money. In return, they deserve a municipality that treats every tax dollar with care.
That means being responsible with spending, focusing on outcomes, making sure resources actually improve services people use every day.
See my plan for accountable public spending →
Great neighbourhoods need great local businesses.
Cafés, bakeries, restaurants, shops, professional services, and independent businesses do more than provide products and jobs. They create places where people meet, spend time, and build connections.
See my plan for supporting local businesses →
A city should give people reasons to leave the house, meet one another, and enjoy where they live. Arts and culture are an important part of creating that kind of city.
Music, festivals, performances, public art, cultural events, and community programming bring people together and create experiences that cannot be measured simply in infrastructure or economic statistics.
See my plan for arts, culture and a vibrant city →
You should not have to fight City Hall to get an answer.
When residents take the time to contact their municipality, they deserve to know that someone is listening. Whether it is a concern about a road, a neighbourhood issue, a property matter, or a municipal service, people deserve clear communication and reasonable follow-up.
See my plan for a responsive City Hall →
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