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Meet Catherine
I am ready to listen. Ready to work. Ready to deliver.
I was born, raised and educated in St. Catharines. As a fourth-generation Niagaran, this community shaped who I am and gave me the foundation for a career that would eventually take me around the world.
For more than 30 years, I have led complex projects, managed major budgets and worked with governments, businesses and communities across 12 countries.
Now I want to bring that experience home.
I am running for St. Catharines City Council because I believe our city has tremendous potential. But realising that potential requires leadership that listens, responsible management of taxpayers’ money and practical solutions to the challenges facing our neighbourhoods.
A councillor’s first responsibility is to the people they represent.
If elected, I will work to be an accessible and responsive representative for Ward 2.
- I will listen before making decisions.
- I will explain where I stand and why.
- I will treat taxpayers' money with the same discipline I have applied to the budgets I have managed throughout my career.
- I will work constructively with other councillors, City staff, community organizations and other levels of government when collaboration can deliver better results.
- And I will never forget that City Council exists to serve the community, not the other way around.
My Pledge is simple:
Endorsements
People Who Know Catherine Best
Ameer Wakil
Chief Executive Officer
White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa
I am pleased to express my strong support and endorsement of Catherine McNabb for City Councillor in Ward 2 in the St. Catharines riding in the upcoming municipal election.
As a longtime associate and local business owner, we understand the importance of initiatives that support the growth, prosperity, and well-being of our community. We believe Catherine will foster meaningful collaboration with residents, local businesses, and the broader community. She brings the leadership, experience, and commitment needed to represent the residents and businesses of Ward 2 in St. Catharines.
We are proud to support her efforts that will encourage, economic development, community improvements, local investment, employment opportunities, tourism, neighbourhood enhancements and the priorities that align within our community.
For these reasons, I am proud to offer my endorsement and wish Catherine every success in the campaign.
Tim Kenny
Retired Brownfield Redevelopment Consultant
Former Councillor and Mayor of Thorold 1988-2000
Catherine and I attended high school together at Denis Morris, and over the past 10 years, we became reacquainted through mutual friends. There is no doubt she has big shoes to fill as Joe Kushner retires, but I am confident she is up to the challenge. Her background and experience will provide a fresh voice at St. Catharines City Hall. From my perspective, Catherine is a good listener, a strong advocate, and highly strategic. She will work hard for the residents of Ward 2 and deliver real results. I fully support Catherine’s candidacy and I encourage you to vote for her in October.
Shelly Kociulym Raftis
St. Catharines homeowner and former Resident.
As a St. Catharines homeowner and former resident who has known Catherine for over 50 years, I am thrilled she is running for St. Catharines City Council.
Catherine is a practical, tenacious, and resourceful leader with a long history of community service. Having personally benefited from her guidance and support over the decades, I know she will be a fierce, impactful advocate for our city. I proudly give Catherine my strongest endorsement for St. Andrews Ward (2).
Paul Godfrey
Former Chairman of the Municipality of Metro Toronto and past Executive Chair of Postmedia Network
I am proud to endorse Catherine McNabb for St. Catharines City Council, Ward 2.
I first met Catherine more than 30 years ago when she was serving as a spokesperson for Toronto's tourism industry. We worked together on several campaigns and have remained friends ever since.
Catherine is a passionate and highly effective advocate who brings energy, dedication, and determination to every cause she supports. She is personable, compassionate, and an exceptional problem solver who works collaboratively to achieve meaningful results.
I have no doubt that she will serve the residents of St. Andrews Ward with unwavering integrity, steadfast professionalism, and a deep commitment to the community. Her leadership, effectiveness, and genuine concern for others will make her an outstanding representative on City Council.
Dag Enhorning
President
Siltech Corporation
I've had the pleasure of knowing Catherine for over three decades, and it comes as no surprise that she's decided to give back to her community. Since establishing our new factory in the Niagara Region last year, I've spent a significant amount of time in the area and have witnessed its vast potential for growth and investment. Catherine's extensive business experience and boundless energy make her an ideal candidate to serve the city of St. Catharines. I wholeheartedly endorse her candidacy for City Council.
Gerrit kruger
Business owner and international consultant
I have known Catherine for more than 20 years and have had the privilege of working with her on numerous international projects across different countries and cultures.
Throughout that time, I have seen first-hand her ability to listen, bring people together, navigate complex challenges and turn ideas into results.
What distinguishes Catherine most, however, is not simply her extensive professional experience, but the compassion and integrity she brings to everything she does. She genuinely cares about people and takes the time to understand their perspectives before making decisions.
Catherine combines international experience and proven leadership with a deep commitment to the community she calls home. I am confident that St. Catharines and the residents of Ward 2 will benefit enormously from her experience, energy and determination to make a positive difference.
Claire Noonan
Former Thorold city councillor and educator
As a former Thorold city councillor and educator, I am proud to express my strong support for Catherine’s candidacy and encourage you to vote for her this October. Having been dear friends with Catherine’s parents, I truly got to know her in recent years as she compassionately cared for her late mother. She is a frequent visitor to our home and a wonderful friend to my children. In my professional estimation, Catherine is exceptionally well-informed, hard-working, and possesses a vital “can-do” attitude. Her strong international business experience, combined with her deeply caring nature, will serve our community well.
Tina GIllen
St. Andrews Ward Resident
In a time when strong leadership in public office feels increasingly rare, I’m encouraged to see someone with Catherine’s experience and empathy stepping forward to serve on City Council. Our community deserves capable voices who champion meaningful progress, and Catherine has consistently demonstrated the leadership qualities needed to drive positive change. I wholeheartedly endorse her candidacy.