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NEWS RELEASE 

West Lincoln Welcomes New CAO 

For Immediate Release: May 31, 2024

The Township of West Lincoln Council is pleased to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, Truper McBride has accepted the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). His first day with the Township will be July 15.

As CAO, McBride will be responsible for the leadership and general management of the corporation, acting as a key advisor and liaison to Council, making policy, service level and strategic business planning recommendations and facilitating the implementation of Council decisions. In addition, he will represent the Township with community partners, external agencies and other levels of government, and champion the programs and policies of Council.

McBride brings with him more than 21 years of senior leadership experience, most recently at the Municipality of Lakeshore where he held the positions of Director of Community and Development Services then CAO since 2019. McBride began his career as an elected official, serving the Town of Cochrane, Alberta, for 12 years, first as Councillor then Mayor. He is an expert in innovative and strategic long-range planning, with extensive experience in growth management.

McBride holds a Masters Degree in Planning, a Bachelors Degree in Economics and an Indigenous Relations Certificate from the University of Calgary, along with a Project Management Certificate from Mount Royal University.

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Quotes:

“On behalf of Council, I would like to welcome Truper to West Lincoln. His valuable experience and skillset give him a unique understanding of the needs, challenges and opportunities facing our community. I know he will serve our Township well, and I very much look forward to working with him. I would also like to thank Donna DeFilippis for the great work she has accomplished in the interim.”

Cheryl Ganann

Mayor

 

“Our Council, and particularly the members of the CAO Selection Committee, deserve a great deal of recognition for the timely and professional facilitation of this hiring process. I am confident in their decision and grateful for the care they took to ensure our Township is in the most capable hands. I look forward to welcoming and working with Truper.”

Donna DeFilippis

Interim Chief Administrative Officer

 

“I am thrilled to be joining the Township of West Lincoln team. West Lincoln is in a significant time of transformation, facing the demands of growth and provincial housing interests while preserving its strong agricultural heritage. Great communities are born through thoughtful vision and intelligent design, and I look forward to collaborating with Council and Staff to build upon the great work they have already achieved.”

Truper McBride

Incoming Chief Administrative Officer

Media Contact:

Beth Audet
Communications Specialist
baudet@westlincoln.ca
905-957-3346 ext. 6737
289-244-9069