Ward 2 · Richmond Hill · October 2026

A proven entrepreneur, community builder, and people-first leader — building a stronger, more connected Richmond Hill.

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500+ businesses started & grown in Richmond Hill over 20 years
2,000+ jobs created through local business growth and community investment
2021 Chair of the Richmond Hill Board of Trade supporting local businesses and economic growth
2025 Portraits of Giving Honoree — recognized for a lifetime of community service
2026 Mayor’s Award recipient recognized for continued leadership and service in Richmond Hill
Who is Muhammad?

Not a politician.
A community builder.

Born in Nairobi, Kenya. Raised right here in York Region. A Canadian for over 40 years and a Richmond Hill community leader for two decades. Founder of award-winning companies, Skytek and Skailit. Chair of the Richmond Hill Board of Trade through COVID. Podcast host. Taekwondo Master. Father of two. Married for 30 years. He hasn't been waiting for an election to show up for this city. He's been here all along.

Business Administration, York University
Chair, Richmond Hill Board of Trade
2026 Mayor's Award — Skytek
2025 Wellness Award — Richmond Hill Board of Trade
2025 Portraits of Giving
Canada's Top 100 Entrepreneurs — Skailit
Breaking Podcast Host
5th Degree Black Belt, Tae Kwon Do
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"I'm a dad first. I believe it's important to invest in our future and lead by example. I am more of a community and people builder than a politician.”
Muhammad Kermalli · Ward 2 · Richmond Hill
The vision

Six priorities for Ward 2

Practical commitments built on 20 years of showing up.

01
Traffic & Transportation

Smarter signals, safer streets, real transit advocacy through Ward 2.

02
Housing Affordability

Ensuring Ward 2 remains a place where families of all income levels can thrive.

03
Public Safety

Community-first safety — better lighting, youth programs, and prevention.

04
Green Spaces & Environment

Protecting the Humber Valley and building a greener Ward 2.

05
Local Business & Economy

Championing the businesses that make Ward 2 vibrant.

06
Community & Inclusion

A Ward 2 where every voice is heard — monthly town halls, multilingual outreach.

Discipline & community

Master Muhammad Kermalli

Kermalli airborn — testing for his Black Belt
Kermalli — Airborn & In Action Testing for His Black Belt
Flying kick Taekwondo with the community
Kukkiwan World Taekwondo HQ · Korea
5th Degree Black Belt — Master Instructor
"The same values I teach on the mat — commitment, respect, perseverance — are the values I bring to this community."
In the community

Twenty years of showing up

With Mayor David West
With Mayor David West
State of the City Address
State of the City 2025
Youth Conference
Youth Conference
With community leaders
With community leaders
With MPP Michael Parsa
AGM with MPP Parsa
CN Tower Climb 2025
CN Tower Climb 2025
Breaking — with Muhammad Kermalli

A man who listens.

Before running for office, Muhammad spent years sitting down, asking questions, and genuinely listening to people's stories. A podcast about resilience, courage, and the human experience — hosted right here in our community.

Building a Stronger Community With Mayor David West
From Community Soccer to Pro Soccer With Zeeyan Jivraj
Defying the Norms, Girl Power! With Darya Divanbeigi
In Service of the People With Leah Taylor Roy
Recognition

A record that speaks for itself

2021–22
Chair, Richmond Hill Board of Trade
Led the organization through COVID recovery
2024
Canada's Top 100 Entrepreneurs
For the Well@Work Program — Skailit
2025
Portraits of Giving Honoree
Richmond Hill Community — for community service
2025
Business Achievement Award — Health & Wellness
Richmond Hill Board of Trade — for Skailit
2026
Mayor's Award
City of Richmond Hill — for Skytek
2025 Portraits of Giving
2025
Portraits
of Giving

The Portraits of Giving award recognizes Richmond Hill residents whose generosity and community spirit have made a lasting difference. In 2025, Muhammad was honoured not for his businesses or titles, but for who he is as a neighbour, mentor, and community member.

When asked what he is most proud of, the answer had nothing to do with Skytek or Skailit. It was about the people.

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This campaign is people-powered.

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Upcoming events

Come meet Muhammad.

Jun
9
Business @ Breakfast 2026
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM · Markham Station Restaurant · Richmond Hill
Networking
Jun
26
Multicultural & Diversity Festival 2026
Jun 26, 3:00 PM - Jun 27, 6:00 PM · Richmond Hill Board of Trade · 376 Church Street South, Richmond Hill
Community Event
Jul
8
Pre-Tournament Golf Simulator Networking Evening
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM · The Real Golf · Richmond Hill
Networking
Get in touch

Muhammad wants to hear from you.

Email
vote@muhammadkermalli.com
Phone
905.853.3378
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The Muhammad Kermalli Ward 2 Campaign collects personal information through this website solely for the purposes of the 2026 Richmond Hill municipal election campaign, in accordance with Ontario's Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

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