Dedicated to Our Community. Results for Arnprior.
Over four years on Council and 12 years of civic service, I have stood for common-sense bylaws, transparent governance, and practical investments in our town.
Rooted in Community, Tested at Council
Arnprior is where my family lives, learns, and grows. My background combines front-line education with the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board, and private sector retail management. Having worked in store management, I understand the challenges local business owners face and why a strong commercial base is vital to supporting local jobs, passionate entrepreneurs, and a thriving economy.
Before being elected to Town Council in 2022, I spent eight years serving as a citizen member on Arnprior’s Corporate Services Advisory Committee, contributing to municipal operational and policy reviews. In 2013, I brought Arnprior together with the community-focused group “What’s Up, Arnprior?”. During COVID, I organized a fundraising campaign to save the O’Brien Theatre; the $31,380 raised saved our beloved local landmark from permanent closure.
Over the last four years at the Council table, I have worked collaboratively to approve balanced annual operating and capital budgets, modernize bylaws, and champion an age-friendly, accessible community. Attending conferences and workshops, networking with municipal partners, and advocating for Arnprior in Provincial delegations has helped me to grow and I am excited to bring this experience back to Council in the fall. I have a reputation as someone who actively listens to what is important to residents, businesses, and neighbours; I work hard to bridge concerns with solutions. I respectfully ask for your vote this October.
Civic Governance & Professional Credentials
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Elected
Town Councillor, Town of Arnprior (2022–2026 Term)
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Budget
Mayor’s 2025 Budget Committee Member; Operating and Capital Oversight
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Committees
Vice Chair, Culture & Diversity Committee;
Trustee, Arnprior Public Library
Member, Business Licence Appeals Committee -
Advisory
8 Years Citizen Member, Corporate Services Advisory Committee (2014–2022), Council Remuneration Committee
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Education
M.S.T., B.A.Sc., OCT, RECE; Educator & Algonquin College Practicum Mentor
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Community
Founder & Admin, What’s Up, Arnprior? Community Group (Est. 2013)
Delivering Concrete Results for Arnprior
Common-Sense Winter Parking Bylaw
Brought forward the motion to review and update the winter parking bylaw. Replaced rigid overnight bans with an operational model where enforcement occurs only when winter maintenance is actively underway, while establishing dedicated municipal overnight parking areas.
Initiated Winter Sidewalk Costed Review
Brought forward the council-adopted motion directing municipal staff to prepare a comprehensive, costed service level review for winter sidewalk clearing. Awaiting this fall report to evaluate potential service increases and taxpayer costs with real operational data.
$1,000,000 Nick Smith Centre Investment
Participated in the provincial delegation that successfully secured $1,000,000 in provincial funding for Nick Smith Centre infrastructure, while directly pitching projects like the Skate Park, Cultural Night Market, and Robert Simpson Park to ministers.
Trackable Service & Communication
Endorsed tracking all public inquiries through the Access E-11 ticket system to ensure every resident issue has a record, and supported the appointment of a dedicated Town Communications Officer to improve transparent public notices.
Key Priorities to Move Arnprior Forward
Remember Who I Work For
- Refuse campaign donations and maintain an unblemished record of declaring pecuniary interests.
- Resolve resident inquiries through trackable systems (Access E-11) with open-door accountability.
- Continue active provincial delegations to secure competitive infrastructure grants.
Supporting Local Small Business
- Listening to our local shop owners and backing key economic development to diversify our tax base.
- Support our dedicated Economic Development Officer to recruit commercial and light industrial tax revenue.
- Foster a “support local first” culture and continue actively celebrating business milestones.
An Age-Friendly & Accessible Town
- Evaluate staff’s costed review on winter sidewalk clearing to responsibly improve winter mobility.
- Advance AODA accessible pathways and 4-season washrooms at Robert Simpson Park.
- Upgrade Nick Smith Centre pool and changeroom accessibility for seniors and young families.
Celebrating Culture & Heritage
- Continue inclusive leadership as Vice Chair of the Culture & Diversity Advisory Committee.
- Protect our history at the Museum, including restoring the historic DA Gillies clock faces.
- Champion the Cultural Night Market and construction of the Hydro Park Amphitheatre.
Make Growth Pay for Growth
- Defend Development Charges (DCs) so new builds offset their own water, sewer, and road costs.
- Firmly oppose provincial attempts to dissolve DCs that shift growth expenses onto existing homeowners.
- Protect Arnprior’s small-town charm through balanced, sustainable community planning.
Protect Pay-As-You-Go Financing
- Uphold the town’s 2014 debt-reduction financing model using reserves over bank debt.
- Save millions in unnecessary interest charges, stabilizing town finances during economic shifts.
- Deliver prudent capital budgeting without making uncosted, flashy campaign promises.
Projects I Would Like to Prioritize
As Council plans for our town’s growth, these are the key community initiatives, accessibility upgrades, and infrastructure investments I will champion.
Winter Sidewalk Route Expansion
Following my notice of motion, prioritizing safe, cleared pedestrian routes connecting schools, seniors’ residences, and downtown shopping.
Accessible Public Park Washrooms
Upgrading municipal park restrooms to full AODA accessibility standards so local families, seniors, and visitors can enjoy outdoor recreation with dignity.
Nick Smith Centre Pool Life-Cycle Renewal
Ensuring mechanical systems and aquatic facilities remain reliable and energy-efficient for swim lessons, lane swim, and therapeutic access.
Road Rehabilitation & Pay-As-You-Go Reserves
Protecting dedicated annual reserve transfers to repave local roads systematically without incurring costly commercial bank debt.
Defending Growth-Funded Servicing (DCs)
Ensuring eligible growth-related infrastructure projects are funded 100% by development charges rather than existing residential property tax bills.
Fair & Flexible Winter Parking Solutions
Continuing modernization of the overnight winter parking bylaw to align enforcement with actual weather conditions and designate overnight staging lots.
Commercial Tax Base Diversification
Supporting our Economic Development Officer to attract new commercial and light industrial employers, taking the burden off residential taxpayers.
Cultural Night Market & Community Events
Expanding vibrant, family-friendly events that celebrate our diverse neighbours and bring foot traffic into local shops and restaurants.
Library Board & Public Space Enhancements
Continuing proactive governance on the Public Library Board to support modern literacy, digital connectivity, and inclusive community programming.
Look for the Sign Across Arnprior
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Voting in Arnprior
Arnprior uses accessible online and telephone voting for the 2026 Municipal Election.
Keep an eye on your mailbox in early October for your official Voter Information Letter (VIL) containing your secure PIN.
Connect with Chris
Have a question about upcoming municipal projects, local issues, or town decisions? I am always available to listen.