Cindy Fortin has lived in Peachland for nearly 35 years and raised three children there. her family has been a part of many groups and organizations over the years.
Prior to becoming a council member in 2011 and Mayor in 2014, Fortin worked for more than 20 years as a freelance journalist. Before that, she was a practical nurse in seniors care. While mayor, she received a Leadership Certificate from the Local Government Leadership Academy.
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Currently, Fortin sits on several Boards or Committees, including:
- the Regional District of Central Okanagan;
- Okanagan Basin Water Board;
- Early Years Partnership (formerly Community Action Towards ChildrenÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s Health);
- Mayors Task Force on Climate Change;
- Westside Wastewater Stakeholder Committee;
- Sustainable Transportation Partnership of the Central Okanagan.
- Vice-President of the Senior Support Society (Affordable Seniors Housing).
- Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Peachland Branch #69, the Peachland Community Arts Council, Wellness Centre, SILGA and UBCM.
It is her work as a journalist that first sparked her interest in local politics, and the investigative aspect of journalism strengthened her determination to seek out the facts on issues.
FortinÏ㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥™s seven years on council has provided me with experience, knowledge of the job and community, and connections with higher levels of government Ï㽶ÊÓƵֱ²¥” a huge advantage when going to bat for our community.
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