About Teresa!

Teresa was born and raised in Hamilton, lives in Ward 10 and has called Stoney Creek her home for the past 25 years. She is married to her husband Cal who together have a daughter that is married with one child. Teresa also has a grand-dog.

Teresa has vast experience in Government and has held senior positions in the Ontario Government. She worked in the Ministries of Health and Long-Term Care, Community and Social Services, Attorney General, Management Board of Cabinet, Gaming Secretariat, Environment, Labour, Transportation, and Cabinet Office. Teresa has received many awards recognizing excellence in public service and her leadership.

In the private sector, Teresa has worked in media and communications, finance, education, business and law.

Teresa’s work in the not for profit sector has earned her being awarded Stoney Creek Citizen of the Year in 2014, by the Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce. Some examples of her volunteer work include: serving as Publisher of The Hamiltonian, an online media source in Hamilton, being a member of the city of Hamilton's Engagement Committee, the Hamilton Farmer's Market Focus Group, the Stoney Creek Secondary Expansion Community Advisory Committee, and serving as President of the Fruitland-Winona Community Association for Safe and Healthy Neighbourhoods. She is an advocate for seniors, children, people with disabilities, immigrants, and anyone needing assistance.

Teresa’s well rounded experience, in the public, private and not for profit sectors, has given her a firm foundation for understanding and advocating for the concerns of people from all walks of life. “ I am looking forward to working for you, the people of ward 10. I believe that public service is not a lifelong career. It is a calling to provide service to your fellow citizens. I am asking for your vote so that I can be your voice, your partner and your champion.”