March 23, 2022

At the Council meeting held on February 28, 2023, Council appointed Cathy Ryder as the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk effective March 31, 2023 to replace Cindy Halcrow who after 12 years in the position is retiring on March 30, 2023.

Ms. Ryder joined in the Township in July 2009 and is the current Township Clerk. She has been working with the Township since 2009 and is the current Clerk. Her previous employment was with the Councillor’s Office at the City of Calgary and as a Software Licensing Coordinator with Golder Associates.

Ms. Ryder has diplomas from McMaster University in Human Resources Management, Municipal Administration Program from AMCTO, Certified Municipal Manager (CMO) from AMCTO and a Certificate in Leadership from the University of Guelph, Employment Law and Human Resources AMCTO and certification in IT.

Reeve Fournier stated “I am a firm believer of promoting within, saying that there is also a certain degree of integrity and past accomplishments of earning a position as well. Cathy has achieved this. Moving forward we welcome and trust Cathy to lead the municipality in a progressive manner for all future endeavours.”

Ms. Ryder added, “I am excited for the opportunity to serve as the Chief Administrative Officer and that Council supports my transition in this role. I’m look forward to working in partnership with council, staff and the community to meet the challenges ahead. I am grateful for the support and leadership of the current CAO, Cindy Halcrow, has provided me. I feel fortunate to be leading an amazing team - from Council members to our professional and dedicated staff.”