Peter R. Maharaj Endorses Rawlson King for Re-Election as City Councillor for Rideau-Rockcliffe

OTTAWA, Ontario, October 20, 2026 — Peter R. Maharaj, President of the Canadian Indo-Caribbean Organization of Ottawa, today announced his endorsement of Rawlson King for re-election as Councillor for Rideau-Rockcliffe (Ward 13).

"Rawlson King has been a steady, accessible voice for Rideau-Rockcliffe and for communities that too often go unheard at City Hall. He listens, he follows through, and he understands that a strong city is built by making sure everyone has a seat at the table. I'm proud to support him on October 26."

— Peter R. Maharaj

Maharaj is a longtime leader in Ottawa's Indo-Caribbean community. As President of the Canadian Indo-Caribbean Organization of Ottawa, he has worked to celebrate the heritage and culture of Indo-Caribbean Canadians and to strengthen their connections with the wider Ottawa community. Each year, the organization hosts the CICOO Annual Multicultural Event, a well-attended gathering that reaches well beyond the Indo-Caribbean community. Through it, Maharaj welcomes and engages people of every background, celebrating the many multicultural and multi-ethnic communities that make up Ottawa. He is also an active presence at community and civic events throughout the city, building bridges between residents, community organizations and elected officials.

King expressed his gratitude for the endorsement.

"I'm grateful for Peter's support and for his years of service to Ottawa's Indo-Caribbean community and to all of Ottawa's diverse communities. His leadership reflects the kind of community-building I've worked to advance on Council, and I look forward to continuing that work together."

— Rawlson King, City Councillor, Rideau-Rockcliffe Ward

King was first elected Councillor for Rideau-Rockcliffe in 2019 and re-elected in 2022. Election day is Monday, October 26, 2026.