GET IN TOUCH
As your local Councillors in Canton, we can help residents on a range of issues, such as council tax, bin collections, housing issues, social services, schools and roads and pavements.
Please use the contact form to get in touch with us. Please remember to provide as many details as possible, including your name, address, issue, and full contact details.
We also hold face-to-face and online surgeries using Zoom/Microsoft Teams. At each session, we’ll be available to help with local issues. Click here to book an appointment.
➡ Surgery this Saturday with Cllr Susan Elsmore (17 May) ⬅
Do you need help from your Canton Councillors? Cllr Susan Elsmore will hold a surgery this Saturday at Canton Library.
👇🏽 Details 👇🏽
📌 Venue: Canton Library, Library St, Cardiff CF5 1QD.
📆 Date: 17 May 2025
⏲ Time: 10am-11am
No appointment is necessary.
At the surgery, Susan will be available to see residents and help with local issues such as:
✅ council tax;
✅ bin collections;
✅ housing issues;
✅ social services;
✅ school education and adult learning;
✅ transport, roads and payments;
✅ parks, playgrounds and open spaces;
✅ leisure centres and activities for all ages;
✅ supporting vulnerable people;
✅ community safety and crime reduction; and
✅ planning and building regulation.
Cllrs Susan Elmore and Jasmin Chowdhury hold regularly fortnightly surgeries at Canton Library.
If you are unable to attend this weekends surgery, you can either come to the subsequent surgery at the same venue or contact Susan and Jasmin using the details below:
➡ Cllr Susan Elsmore:
📩 Email: [email protected]
➡ Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury:
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Keep Canton Tidy is back in action!
After a short break, the brilliant local volunteers are hitting the streets again — and you're invited to join in.
Next litter pick:
Sunday 18th May at 10am, outside Castle Bingo (Cowbridge Road East).
All equipment provided — just bring your energy!
They do fantastic work in Canton at a time when resources are stretched. Come along and get involved in one of these upcoming sessions:
Upcoming Dates:
- Sat 24 May – Chapter
- Sat 7 June – Victoria Park
- Sat 28 June – Sanatorium Park
- Sat 5 July – Thompson’s Park
- Sun 13 July – Castle Bingo
- Sat 26 July – Chapter
- Sat 2 Aug – Victoria Park
- Sun 17 Aug – Co-op
- Sat 30 Aug – Sanatorium Park
Let’s show some love to the streets we call home.
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🌬️ Cooking Up Good Air for Better Wellbeing! 🍲🪟
Did you know that simple changes in how we cook—like opening a window or using the right pan—can drastically improve the air in our homes and protect our health?
The Good Practice Guide is packed with culturally sensitive tips to keep your kitchen (and your lungs!) happy. 🫁💚
✅ Cut down cooking fumes
✅ Learn healthy ventilation habits
✅ Build stronger, healthier communities
Because everyone deserves clean air—right from their own kitchen. 💪🏽👩🏽🍳
📖 Find out more: tinyurl.com/y5vab7xf
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🌱 Spring Plant Sale at Llanover Hall! 🌼
Come along this Saturday 3 May, 2–5pm for a blooming good time — free entry!
🪴 Plants, flowers, herbs, pots, garden goodies, botanical prints, crafts, demos & a mini Macramé Keyring Workshop!
☕ Plus, the kitchen café will be serving up tasty treats.
📍 Llanover Hall Arts Centre, Romilly Rd, Cardiff CF5 1FH
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➡ Surgery this Saturday with Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury: (3rd May) ⬅
Do you need help from your Canton Councillors? Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury will hold a surgery this Saturday at Canton Library.
👇🏽 Details 👇🏽
📌 Venue: Canton Library, Library St, Cardiff CF5 1QD.
📆 Date: 3rd May 2025
⏲ Time: 10am-11am
No appointment is necessary.
At the surgery, Jasmin will be available to see residents and help with local issues such as:
✅ council tax;
✅ bin collections;
✅ housing issues;
✅ social services;
✅ school education and adult learning;
✅ transport, roads and payments;
✅ parks, playgrounds and open spaces;
✅ leisure centres and activities for all ages;
✅ supporting vulnerable people;
✅ community safety and crime reduction; and
✅ planning and building regulation.
Cllrs Jasmin Chowdhury and Susan Elmore hold regularly fortnightly surgeries at Canton Library.
If you are unable to attend this weekends surgery, you can either come to the subsequent surgery at the same venue or contact Jasmin and Susan using the details below:
➡ Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury:
📩 Email: [email protected]
➡ Cllr Susan Elsmore:
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Cardiff Council waste so much money there are probably about 100 or so lights left on 24 seven 365 days a year (in the old Fitz Allen school )plus floodlights these have been on since a year last July why the school isn’t used anymore? There’s just a walkway from one end of the school to the other and there’s often workmen working in the school why it’ll probably eventually get pulled down and we’re paying so much in council tax it’s absolutely ridiculous  and they’re sitting in their posh houses. They don’t give a dam about us the ordinary people. 
I be surprised if anyone turned up after the way labour has treated its members heating allowance NHS and many more things and you local councillors have not had the bottle to stand up for the people that gave you their vote you don't deserve to get elected but Reform are coming for you local elections in 2027 but first Welsh parliament elections 2026 you will be gone can't wait
💬 Worried about money? You’re not alone – and help is available.
The friendly Money Advice Team is here to support you. Whether you're dealing with rising bills, changes in income, or you're simply unsure what financial help you might be entitled to, they can help you:
✅ Understand your current financial situation
✅ Maximise your income
✅ Check what benefits or support you're eligible for
✅ Get help with making applications
✅ Access local services that can make life a bit easier
💡 Even if you're working, you could still qualify for extra support. It's always worth checking.
📍 Visit your local hub for a face-to-face chat, or click here to find out more and get started: orlo.uk/2kKl3
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🌍 Let’s Make Canton Even Better – Together! 🌿
We all want to live in a cleaner, safer, more beautiful community — and that starts with us. Join your neighbours for community litter picks across Canton.
Whether you're a regular or this is your first time, your time and energy will make a real difference. Just an hour or two of your time helps create a cleaner, greener Canton for everyone. Your local Councillor, Susan Elsmore, recently joined committed volunteers for a weekend litter pick.
💪 Upcoming Litter Picks – Get Involved!
🗓️ Sun 18 May – Castle Bingo
🗓️ Sat 24 May – Chapter
🗓️ Sat 7 June – Victoria Park
🗓️ Sat 28 June – Sanatorium Park
🗓️ Sat 5 July – Thompson’s Park
🗓️ Sun 13 July – Castle Bingo
🗓️ Sat 26 July – Chapter
🗓️ Sat 2 August – Victoria Park
🗓️ Sun 17 August – Co-op
🗓️ Sat 30 August – Sanatorium Park
🫶 Keep Canton Tidy Needs!
Keep Canton Tidy is growing — and so is their impact. But they need more volunteers to help lead future picks. Could that be you? Training is easy, and support is always there.
📧 Email: [email protected] if you'd like to step up!
Let’s build a better Canton — one litter pick at a time.
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Does this care for the environment extend to the abandoned car that has been rotting in my street in Canton for a year - which I have complained about to both officers and Councillors, and about which nothing has been done?
Kitchener Gardens ever the Cinderella 🥲
Stacie Barter
📢 Windrush Grant 2025 – Apply Now!
Race Council Cymru is delighted to announce that applications are still open for the Windrush Grant 2025 🎉
This grant supports organisations and community groups across Wales to deliver events and activities that celebrate the incredible contributions of the Windrush Generation 🇯🇲🇬🇧
💷 Funding Available: Up to £1,500
📅 Deadline to Apply: 11th May 2025, 11:59 PM
📝 Project Report Due: 19th September 2025
👥 Who Can Apply? Community groups & organisations based in Wales
🔗 How to Apply:
1️⃣ Download the application guidance and form
2️⃣ Complete the form in full
3️⃣ Email it to [email protected]
📄 Download here:
👉 Application Guidance: racecouncilcymru.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b4b795aba8fa6406e59d83702&id=324a527df6&e=ac54...
👉 Application Form: racecouncilcymru.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b4b795aba8fa6406e59d83702&id=800dc09047&e=ac54...
📞 Have questions? Contact us [email protected] or call 0330 229 0995
Honour the legacy of the Windrush Generation — apply now and bring your celebration to life! ✊🏽🎶🎉
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🎓 EMA applications for 2025–26 are now OPEN in Wales!
If you're 16–18 and in further education, you could get £40 a week to help with costs like travel, meals, stationery, and more.
💸 Income thresholds have been raised – so even if you weren’t eligible before, you might be now!
👉 Households with 1 child: under £23,400
👉 Households with 2+ children: under £25,974
Don’t miss out – apply now or speak to your school/college for support.
📲 Check eligibility and apply here: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/further-education-funding/education-maintenance-allowance/
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