Council Vacancy

On September 11, 2024, the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine declared the office of Councillor Doug Kennedy, Councillor Ward 1 vacant due to his passing.

Council chose to fill the vacancy by appointing an eligible elector in accordance with Section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

The Municipality of Kincardine is accepting applications to replace the vacant office in accordance with Section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

View the Public Notice of the Municipality of Kincardine: Municipal Council Vacancy

The vacancy will be filled in accordance with the Council Vacancy Policy Appendix C Procedure to Appoint an Eligible Elector to fill a Vacancy.

At the Municipality of Kincardine Council meeting of November 6, 2024 Council appointed Stellina Williams to the vacant position of Councillor Ward 1. The Office of Councillor Ward 1 for the Municipality of Kincardine was declared vacant in accordance with section 262(1) of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001.C.25 on September 11, 2024. This position was left vacant by passing of Councillor Doug Kennedy in August.

The process for filling this vacancy was conducted under the Council Vacancy Policy approved by Council on September 11, 2024. Nine candidates filed all necessary papers and declarations during the application period which closed at 3 p.m. on October 25, 2024. Each of the candidates was afforded the opportunity to address Council at the meeting. After hearing from the candidates Council voted by way of open public vote.

Application Period

The application period closed at 3 p.m. on October 25th, 2024.

A candidate may withdraw their application by filing a written withdrawal in person with the Clerk's Office by 2 p.m. on October 30th, 2024.

Applicant Information

Interested applicants should review the Information for Candidates - 2024 Council Vacancy Information Package.

Applicants must complete and submit the following document in person to the Clerk at the Municipal Administration Centre, located at 1475 Concession 5, Kincardine, in order to be considered for this vacancy. E-mailed or faxed copies of these documents will not be accepted.

Council Vacancy Application Form
Declaration of Qualifications Form
Freedom of Information (FOI) Release Form
Expression of Interest for consideration of Council including the applicant's background information, relevant qualifications, and why the person is interested in the vacant office. Expressions of Interest will be typewritten on letter size (8.5" x 11") paper; shall not exceed two (2) pages in length, one sided; and will include the applicant's name and address.

An Uncertified List of Candidates will be posted as applications are filed. The Official List of Candidates will be certified by the Clerk by 4 p.m. on October 30, 2024.

Certified List of Candidates

These are the Candidates for the Councillor Ward 1 vacancy as certified by the Clerk of the Municipality of Kincardine on October 30th, 2024:

Bandomir, Christina
Bianco, Christopher
Fournier, Kevin
McPherson, Melville Scott
Munro, Jason
Robertson, Carole
Tripathi, Chandrashekhar
Williams, Stellina
Wilson, Scott D.

Council Appointment Meeting

There will be an opportunity for candidates to present to Council at the Council Appointment Meeting on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administration Centre, 1475 Concession 5, Kincardine.

The agenda for the meeting will be posted on our website.

At this Council Appointment Meeting, Council will vote on the appointment of a new Councillor. The vote shall be taken in open session.

The appointed Councillor will swear their Declaration of Office and be formally appointed to the position of Councillor by By-Law.