Michael and his wife Anita have lived in North Toronto for the past 31 years. They live on Carey Road in South Eglinton and have two daughters. Michael is the City Councillor for St. Paul's East - Ward 22 which is bounded on the north by Eglinton Avenue West and Broadway Avenue, on the east by Bayview Avenue, on the south by Moore Avenue and along the North Toronto Rail line, and the westerly border is Spadina Road north to Eglinton Avenue West.

Councillor Walker's Philosophy:
"My twenty-three years of service in elected office have been guided by a fundamental belief in the politician as a true representative of the needs and aspirations of constituents. To that end, I have actively promoted community organization and input in the development of a fiscally sound and socially progressive city".