Brenda Chisholm-Beaton is the Mayor of the Town of Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia – a major regional service hub for the Strait of Canso and surrounding communities and industries. She is a strong advocate for community-driven sustainable and inclusive economic development and has participated in the emerging marine renewable energy sector in Nova Scotia as a long-serving co-chair of the Strait of Canso Offshore Wind Task Force.
Mayor Chisholm-Beaton brings a municipal perspective grounded in more than a decade of work focused on the collaborative growth of the Town and the region – while navigating the challenges and opportunities for Port Hawkesbury as it continues to participate in multiple emerging sectors and port development.
Mayor Chisholm-Beaton believes Municipalities play a critical role in — preparing communities for growth; proactive collaboration with First Nation communities, regional partners and other orders of government; working with developers and other partners on economic development initiatives; and making sure local benefits remain a key focus.