Michael Walker is the City Councillor representing Ward 22 St. Paul's.

Walker was first elected in the ward in 1984.

He's usually viewed as an independent because has never sided with the left or right factions on the city council.

His reluctance to choose sides has means he rarely is appointed to important city committees.

It was not until the 2003 term of office that he was appointed chair of the Administration Committee.

He currently chairs the Tenant-Defence Sub-Committee.

A long time advocate of campaign finance reform, Walker does not accept corporate donations.