Giorgio Mammoliti, a prominent and often outspoken figure in Canadian politics, passed away on February 25, 2026, at the age of 64. His career spanned over three decades, marked by service as an Ontario Member of Provincial Parliament and a long-standing Toronto City Councillor. Mammoliti was known for his dedication to his constituents and his passionate, if sometimes controversial, approach to public service.

Mammoliti began his political journey at a young age, first elected as an NDP MPP for Yorkview in 1990 when he was 28. After serving in the provincial legislature, he transitioned to municipal politics, becoming a North York Councillor in 1995. This early experience laid the groundwork for his extensive career in Toronto's civic affairs.

His most significant tenure was on the Toronto City Council, where he represented Ward 7 York West from 2000 to 2018. During his 18 years at City Hall, Mammoliti chaired several key committees, including Parks & Environment, Community Development & Recreation, and Affordable Housing. He was also a member of Mayor Rob Ford's Executive Committee, often aligning with the mayor's conservative agenda.

In his later years, Mammoliti continued to seek public office, running for Mayor of Toronto in both 2010 and 2023. He also ventured into federal politics, campaigning as a People's Party of Canada candidate for Simcoe-Grey in the 2025 federal election. Having moved to Wasaga Beach in 2018, he remained an active voice in the political landscape until his passing.