Candidate profile
Jaz Patel
Jaz Patel is a current Midland Councillor and is seeking election as Councillor in 2026.
CURRENT OFFICE & PUBLIC SERVICE
Patel joined Midland council in March 2024 through the Town's council-vacancy selection process and serves on the 2022–2026 Town Council.
STATED APPROACH AT APPOINTMENT
After his appointment, MidlandToday reported that Patel said he aimed to represent business interests and diversity during the remainder of the term.
Additional candidate-stated 2026 priorities will be added as attributable campaign material is reviewed.
Sources
Sources used to support and verify the information on this profile.
Town of Midland — Your Council
Town of Midland
Establishes the current membership and offices of the 2022–2026 Town of Midland Council.
Town of Midland — 2024 Councillor Vacancy Certified Candidates
Town of Midland
Establishes the certified applicants for the March 2024 Town of Midland councillor vacancy, including Jaz Patel, Bob Jeffery, Eric (Howie) Major, Cody Oschefski and Yvonne Tietz.
Meet Midland's newest council member: Jaz Patel
MidlandToday
Reports that Jaz Patel was selected to fill a Midland councillor vacancy in March 2024 and took the oath of office following the selection process.
No Ostriching Here — Conversations with the Candidates: Jaz Patel
No Ostriching Here.
Establishes that a 31-minute 2026 candidate interview with Jaz Patel exists; substantive positions require listening/transcript review before evidence extraction.