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Gary Burroughs

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Experiened Leadership, Thoughtful Decisions. Trusted Results

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Experience & Community Leadership

Gary Burroughs has spent more than five decades serving Niagara-on-the-Lake as a business owner, community volunteer, financial professional, and elected leader.

GARY AT A GLANCE

Municipal Leadership

Town Councillor

2018–Present

Serving residents during one of the most significant periods of growth and development in Niagara-on-the-Lake's history, with a focus on protecting heritage, supporting agriculture, and preserving community character.

Lord Mayor, Niagara-on-the-Lake

2000–2010

Provided leadership during a decade of growth and change while protecting the unique identity and character of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Regional Councillor

2000–2010, 2014–2018

Represented Niagara-on-the-Lake residents at Niagara Region and served on numerous committees focused on planning, taxation, public works, and financial oversight.

Chair & CEO, Niagara Region

2010–2014

Led an organization of more than 3,000 employees and oversaw an annual budget of approximately $830 million serving more than 430,000 residents.

Business & Financial Experience

Owner & Operator, Oban Inn

1975–1999

Built and operated one of Niagara-on-the-Lake's most respected hospitality businesses for nearly 25 years.

Chartered Professional Accountant

Gary holds the FCPA designation, one of the accounting profession's highest honours, recognizing exceptional leadership and service.

Controller & Treasurer, Genaire Limited

2015–2018

Provided financial oversight and management for a Niagara-on-the-Lake aerospace manufacturer.

Community Leadership

Gary has served many of Niagara's most respected organizations, including:

Chair, Shaw Festival
Chair, Niagara Parks Commission
Governor, Niagara College
Governor, Ridley College Foundation
President, Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce
Member, Niagara Regional Police Services Board
Member, Niagara Foundation
St. Saviour's Church, Queenston

Community Recognition

Niagara-on-the-Lake Citizen of the Year
Living Landmark Award, Niagara Foundation
Ridlean of Distinction, Ridley College

A Lifetime of Service: Celebrating Gary Burroughs at 80

Gary Burroughs, with daughters Josie and Alex, and his wife Sarah, at the NOTL Community Centre. File Photo In Niagara-on-the-Lake, where history is cherished and community spirit runs deep, one name stands out for an unparalleled commitment to public service: Gary Burroughs. As he celebrates his 80th birthday in this small community where he has contributed so much and for which he has shown such commitment and passion, his milestone birthday is an opportunity to commemorate

Burroughs entry into race for Council marks his tenth election

Longtime Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Gary Burroughs has served as lord mayor, regional chair, regional councillor and town councillor, going back to his first election 37 years ago. Gary Burroughs relishes his role as the elder statesperson of Niagara-on-the-Lake Council, but he reminds The Local that he is not the region’s longest-serving current politician. He posits that St. Catharines regional councillor and former mayor Tim Rigby may have served longer. Alas, his fellow

NOTL Votes 2026: Gary Burroughs seeks to rejoin council, hopes to address ‘anger’ and distrust among residents

Ahead of this fall’s municipal election, Coun. Gary Burroughs says Niagara-on-the-Lake’s next council needs to start by asking why some residents no longer trust town hall. The longtime councillor, former lord mayor and former Niagara regional chair is running for town council again in the upcoming election — with a promise to listen to the concerns of the town’s residents, who he says are informed, engaged and too often feel shut out of decisions that affect them. “I think t

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