Organizational Structure

CAO: Matt MacDonald

Provides overall leadership, coordination and strategic direction for the corporation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees all municipal departments and administrative functions
• Supports Mayor and Council in setting strategic priorities
• Leads corporate planning, performance measurement and reporting
• Coordinates economic development and physician recruitment initiatives
• Provides corporate communications oversight and intergovernmental relations

Director: Marie Doherty

Provides administrative oversight and governance guidance to support efficient and effective service delivery aligned with Council priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides legislative and administrative support to Council through the Clerk’s Office, including statutory duties and municipal elections
• Enforces municipal by-laws and property standards
• Manages municipal real estate transactions and property services
• Delivers human resources services, including recruitment, labour relations and training
• Oversees parking services

Director/Treasurer: Brandon Ferguson

Provides financial leadership, planning and oversight to support long-term sustainability and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads budgeting, financial planning and financial reporting
• Manages revenue billing, collection and corporate payment processing
• Oversees procurement, payroll, banking and investments
• Administers grants and supports corporate asset management
• Supports corporate decision-making, financial systems and business processes

Director: Marc Coyle

Delivers secure, reliable and innovative technology solutions that support City operations and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Aligns digital strategy with Council priorities and corporate plans
• Leads cybersecurity, privacy and risk management practices
• Delivers technology projects in partnership with departments
• Maintains digital services, applications and core systems
• Provides IT support, training and service desk functions

Director: Stephen Ashton

Facilitates public infrastructure projects and private development to support community growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivers municipal infrastructure projects and supports growth planning
• Administers building permits, inspections and Ontario Building Code enforcement
• Manages development approvals, including zoning and committee of adjustment processes
• Oversees subdivision development, including design review, agreements and construction
• Leads long-range planning, policy development and community studies

Director/Fire Chief: Dan Smith

Provides fire protection, emergency response and community safety programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivers fire suppression and emergency response services
• Conducts fire inspections, investigations and code enforcement
• Provides public education on fire safety and prevention
• Leads emergency management planning and disaster preparedness
• Supports a composite fire service of full-time and volunteer firefighters

Director: Joseph Reid

Maintains municipal infrastructure and delivers essential operational services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains roads, traffic systems and winter operations
• Oversees parks, open spaces, forestry and playgrounds
• Manages fleet services and municipal equipment
• Operates transit services
• Supports City operations and public events

Director: Kari Lambe

Provides accessible, community-focused programs, facilities and cultural services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivers recreation programs, aquatics and community services
• Manages cultural services, including archives, museums and heritage sites
• Maintains and operates municipal facilities and buildings
• Oversees facility bookings, rentals and client services
• Manages marina operations and custodial services

Director: Jason Barlow

Manages water, wastewater and stormwater systems to ensure safe, compliant and sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains drinking water systems
• Oversees wastewater collection and treatment services
• Manages stormwater infrastructure and drainage systems
• Ensures regulatory compliance and environmental protection
• Administers contracts for sewage treatment operations