Council Vacancy Applications
Looking for a way to share your ideas and get involved in local governance? A seat on Georgian Bluffs Council is now open, and applications were being accepted until Wednesday, October 9, 2025.
Following the resignation of Councillor Ryan Thompson, who has been appointed as the Township’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Council has chosen to fill the vacancy by appointment. The successful applicant will sit on Georgian Bluffs Council until the end of the current Council term. The next Municipal and School Board election will take place in October of 2026.
At their a Special Council meeting on October 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Council will review applications and accept presentations from certified applicants. A list of certified candidates is included below.
Who Is Eligible?
You are eligible to apply if you:
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Are at least 18 years old
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Are a Canadian citizen
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Live in Georgian Bluffs, or own/rent property here (or are the spouse of someone who does)
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Are not prohibited from voting or holding office under the law
Key Dates
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Applications Close: October 9, 2025
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Council Reviews Applications: October 15, 2025
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Final Appointment: November 5, 2025
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Term Ends: November 14, 2026
List of Certified Applicants
The below is a list of applicants who meet the eligibility criteria to be considered for the vacant Council seat:
| Applicant Name | Qualifying Address | Date Certified |
| Arezzi, Christine | 441022 Elm Street, Georgian Bluffs, N0H 2T0 | October 10, 2025 |
| Azavedo, Christopher | 186 Old Mill Road, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2T0 | October 11, 2025 |
| Barfoot, Douglas | 650 2nd Avenue "S" East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5T1 | October 11, 2025 |
| Boiteau, Dereck | 317 Park Street, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6V5 | October 11, 2025 |
| Egan, Nicole | 503415 Grey Road 1, Big Bay, ON N0H 2T0 | October 13, 2025 |
| Hayman, Brian | 378 Park Street, Georgian Bluffs, ON N4K 6V5 | October 13, 2025 |
| Hellyer, Hayden | 70131 Zion Church Road, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2T0 | October 13, 2025 |
| Kralt, Michael | 117878 Grey Road 3, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2N0 | October 10, 2025 |
| Loomis, Steve | 362535 Lindenwood Road, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2T0 | October 14, 2025 |
| McComb, Ejaye | 137234 Concession 7, Georgian Bluffs, ON N4K 5N5 | October 10, 2025 |
| Morrison, Douglas | 177 Sutacriti Street, Kemble, ON N0H 1S0 | October 11, 2025 |
| Spencer, Steve | 057638 Concession 11, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2N0 | October 13, 2025 |
| Stewart, Kyle | 240058 Wilcox Side Road, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N7 | October 10, 2025 |
| Widdifield, Kyle | 215 Carney Street, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6V5 | October 10, 2025 |
| Urbshott, Larry | 501433 Grey Road 1, Georgian Bluffs, ON N0H 2T0 | October 12, 2025 |
For questions, contact the Municipal Clerk at:
📞 519-376-2729 ext. 602
📧 ccraig@georgianbluffs.ca
The Township of Georgian Bluffs is committed to inclusive, barrier-free processes and environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act throughout all stages of the application and selection process.
Contact Us
Clerks Office
177964 Grey Road 18,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5
Email Clerks Office
Phone: 519-376-2729 ext. 922
Fax: 519-372-1620