in Chatsworth, Grey Highlands, Southgate, West Grey
January 13, 2025
Photo: 2025 Executive: Vice Chair Kevin Marriott, County of Lambton; Chair Amy Martin, Norfolk County.
The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) has announced that Mayor Amy Martin, of Norfolk County has been elected as Chair of the WOWC for a one-year term, effective January 10, 2025.
“It is an honour to serve as Chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus for the coming year,” said Chair Martin. “As a region, we face critical challenges and opportunities that require a unified approach. By prioritizing housing, infrastructure, workforce development, and addressing mental health, addictions, and homelessness, the WOWC will continue to advocate for solutions that drive progress and improve quality of life for residents across Southwestern Ontario.”
The announcement was made following the organization’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), where additional officers were also appointed. Warden Kevin Marriott of Lambton County was elected as Vice-Chair, Al Meneses, CAO of Norfolk County will serve as Secretary, and Sonya Pritchard, CAO of Dufferin County, will hold the office of Treasurer.
In addition to the Board leadership, Darren White past Warden of Dufferin County was named Chair of the WOWC Economic Development Sub-Committee. The committee includes sitting and past Wardens, with support from WOWC member CAOs, regional partners, and economic development specialists.
Warden Marcus Ryan from Oxford County will serve as Chair of the Western Ontario Municipal Conference for 2025.
Looking ahead, the WOWC approved the 2025-27 Strategic Plan committing to advancing the key priorities of the region, including:
“Collaboration will be at the heart of our efforts this year,” added Chair Martin. “By working together with all levels of government, industry, and community partners, the WOWC will ensure that our priorities align with the needs of the region and deliver meaningful results for our communities.”
Photo: 2025 Caucus from left to right: Brian Ropp, Middlesex County; Vice Chair Kevin Marriott, County of Lambton; Luke Charbonneau, Bruce County; Andrea Matrosovs, Grey County; Chris White, Wellington County; Janet Horner, Dufferin County; Jamie Heffer, Huron County; Dean Trentowsky, Perth County; Chair Amy Martin, Norfolk County; Basil Clarke, Simcoe County; Grant Jones, Elgin County; Marcus Ryan, Oxford County.
WOWC’s Board of Directors (2025-2026):
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