Meet Patricia
I am a retired school teacher, small business owner, mother of four, and proud grandmother of two.Â
Port Elgin has always been my happy place. My mother used to call our family cottage here 'Heaven,' a sentiment I have carried with me my entire life. When I retired 16 years ago, there was no question where I wanted to be— so we moved to Saugeen Shores permanently to officially call Port Elgin our home.
In 2019, driven by a desire for our beachfront to not be over commercialized, I co-founded the Port Elgin Beach Preservers alongside 65 passionate residents. We united to ensure our collective concerns reached the ears of local government. I am incredibly proud that our group has grown to nearly 5,000 members.
For the past seven years, I have attended, observed, or presented at every single Saugeen Shores Council Meeting. I have gained an appreciation of many of the complex issues facing our community. I have spent countless hours researching policy, analyzing council choices and decisions, and learning exactly what is required to be an informed and trusted Council Member.
This journey has led me to run for Port Elgin Ward Councillor. I am eager to help shape the positive growth our municipality deserves.
The same persistent energy and dedication I poured into the Beach Preservers, is exactly what I will bring to the Council table. I am ready to work for you, and I would be honoured to earn your vote.


Key Priorities



Building Public Trust
Revitalizing our Waterfront
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Housing Strategy
I Â believe in transparency and open communication to ensure every resident feels heard and valued in our community.
A fresh start with meaningful public input. Use the original Waterfront Master Plan to guide the discussion
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 Building Homes, Building Hope.
Developing viable strategies for affordable living for all Saugeen Shores residents.



Heritage Preservation
Environmental ProtectionÂ
Listening to Residents
Protecting our downtown streetscapes and heritage buildings through the CPPS to maintain their unique character.
Evaluating the impact of the proposed BESS to ensure it benefits our community and protects our local environment.
YOUR concerns, YOUR ideas.
Actively listening to the voices of our community to ensure Saugeen Shores is a place where everyone feels heard and respected.

