Rebecca Keown
Rebecca Keown (she/her) is a senior leader, educator, volunteer, and community builder with experience in health care administration, post-secondary education, and public policy. She currently serves as Dean, Health programs at Sault College and teaches in the Department of Law and Political Science at Algoma University. She previously held the role of Director, Quality & Medical Affairs at Sault Area Hospital.
Natalie Labbee
Natalie Labbee (she/her) brings more than 30 years of professional experience in municipal government, education, community development, and the nonprofit sector. Currently serving as CEO of the Sudbury Food Bank and Ward 7 Councillor, she has dedicated her career to public service, volunteerism, and strengthening communities across Greater Sudbury.
Jeanette Laurin
Jeanette Laurin (she/her) has called West Nipissing home since 1990. Born in Newfoundland and raised in Sudbury, she holds a degree in Sociology and has built her career working in education and supporting youth. She has also worked as a hairstylist and has volunteered with school parent committees, figure skating committees, school trips, and various community organizations. As a mother, educator, and longtime community member, Jeanette cares deeply about the future of West Nipissing and the opportunities available to its youth and families.
Jessica Montgomery
Jessica Montgomery (she/her/elle) is an occupational health and safety specialist, labour leader, and injured workers' advocate running for Rainbow District School Board Trustee in Area 1 (Wards 1 and 2). A mother and community volunteer with experience in worker advocacy, youth sports, and equity initiatives, Jessica is interested in improving student supports, school safety, transparency, and communication between families and the school board.
Tracey MacKinnon
Tracey MacKinnon (she/her) is a Thunder Bay human rights activist, person with lived experience, and disability advocate. She participates in national and local organizations focused on housing, homelessness, poverty, human rights, accessible transit, and basic income, advocating for residents whose voices are too often unheard.
Jacquelyn Macknight
Jacquelyn Macknight (she/her) is a working nurse and business owner who has lived in Elliot Lake for 27 years. She is the longest-standing member of the Accessibility Advisory Council, where she has served for 20 years, and is a past coordinator of the Safe Communities Elliot Lake Committee, co-lead of the Citizens on Patrol Committee, and secretary of the White Mountain Board. She has also served for 10 years as Vice President of her nursing business preparation and advisory group.
Florence MacLean
Florence MacLean (she/her) brings more than 30 years of experience working with federal, provincial, First Nation, and municipal governments. She has served as an Economic Development Officer and Chief Administrative Officer for two municipalities similar in size to Neebing and has extensive experience working directly with municipal councils.
Justine Mallah
Justine Mallah (she/her/elle) has called North Bay home since 2018 and has a professional background in community development and health promotion. Currently serving on North Bay City Council, she chairs the Community Services Committee of Council and serves on several boards and committees, including the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board, Public Library Board, and Creative Industries Board. Justine approaches public service with a focus on community well-being and evidence-based decision-making.