Amy MacKinnon, District 2

 

District 2 - Barrington West, Oak Park, Brass Hill, Sherose Island, Barrington Passage, Doctor’s Cove, Atwood’s Brook & Bear Point

 

Born and raised in Newellton, Amy is the daughter of Rosemary and the late Captain Dellie Mackinnon, who dedicated his life to the fishing industry. After pursuing education elsewhere, she returned home to raise her children and became deeply rooted in the community.

 

Amy’s personal and professional experiences have provided her with insight into the challenges families face, particularly regarding youth well-being. She began her career in non-profit work, supporting vulnerable populations in Shelburne County.

 

For the past four years, she has served as Executive Director of the Shelburne County Youth Health and Support Association (Our House Youth Wellness Centre and Barrington Community Care and Recovery Centre), focusing on interagency collaboration. Amy is committed to enhancing community resources in housing, mental health, education, and food security, believing in the community's inherent capacity to address its needs.

Appointed as a member of Council to the following committees:

  • Planning Advisory Committee
  • Joint Police Advisory Board
  • Region 6 Waste Management (Alternate)
  • Western REN Liaison and Oversight Committee (Alternate)
  • Western Counties Regional Library

Contact Information:

Phone: 782-351-1042
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