Shirley Keaveney, Deputy Mayor for the Municipality of Meaford, is deeply rooted in her community as a fourth-generation Meafordite. Her upbringing on a fruit and dairy farm along Highway 26 East instilled in her a profound love for the area and a commitment to its growth and prosperity.

With over 43 years in the Dairy Queen business, owning and operating both the Collingwood and Meaford locations with her late husband, Shirley has demonstrated strong entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to local business development. This experience has equipped her with invaluable insights into economic matters, which she now channels into her role on Council.

Currently serving her third term on Meaford Council, second as Deputy Mayor and second on Grey County Council, Shirley is actively involved in various committees pivotal to advancing both Council’s strategic priorities. She leverages her expertise in fostering sustainable economic growth through active roles in committees with the Municipality of Meaford as well as Grey County.

Shirley recognizes the impact that volunteer-based community groups have in the community and participates in several of them. Shirley is a proud member of the Rotary Club of Meaford where she chairs the Rotary House Committee.

Shirley’s commitment to local sustainability and economic vitality is unwavering. She advocates passionately for the preservation of Meaford’s heritage and small-town charm while supporting responsible development aligned with community goals. Shirley recognizes the challenges, such as the expansion of our wastewater plant, that Council must overcome this term through critical decision making rooted in meaningful community engagement.

Outside of her civic duties, Shirley finds joy in spending time with her two sons and cherished grandchildren, nurturing her love for walking, attending local events, and supporting community initiatives.

It is an honor for Shirley to serve the community of Meaford and Grey County,  she is dedicated to continuing her efforts to shape a community where residents and visitors alike can 'love it here.' Through her leadership and engagement, Shirley looks forward to the sustainable growth of this area where all can experience a vibrant, safe and inclusive place to live and work.

Chris Peabody was first elected Councillor for Brockton in 2000 and has served for five terms. Most recently, Chris was elected Mayor of Brockton in 2018. Chris has sat on various Board and committees during his time on council including Elmwood Fire Department Joint Board of Management, Police Services Board, Bruce Area Solid Waste and Recycling Board, Environmental Advisory Committee, Walkerton Hanover Waste Management Committee, Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park Committee and Walkerton Ice Pad Fundraising Committee.

Chris lives in Brockton with his wife Donna and four children. He recently retired from a 31-year teaching career having taught Geography and Cooperative Education and served as Head of the Guidance Department at Sacred Heart High School in Walkerton.

Helen-Claire is committed to community. She holds Certificates in Mental Health and Public Relations, a Diploma in Community Service, and degrees in English and Law. Using the arts to effect change, she has worked with Indigenous Elders on anti-racism in the Ontario Public Service and performed in award-winning theatre productions to educate about social issues such as sexual abuse in children, and violence against women. As Chair of the Equal Opportunities’ Committee for the Alliance of Canadian Television and Radio Artists, Helen-Claire served on panels for Advertising Standards Canada and the Centre for Research Action on Race Relations. She has participated in Performers for Literacy, led workshops addressing mental health, harassment, and accommodation; and advocated for performers with disabilities. Her play, “Living Will”, which looks at end-of-life issues and for which she received an Ontario Arts’ Council Award, was produced at the 2018 Toronto Fringe Festival. https://www.livingwillplay.com/about