Board of Directors
Contact Information
To contact staff or Board members by email, you can use the following format: first initial, last name + @municipalnl.ca (eg. jdoe@municipalnl.ca) Learn More
Councillor Amy Coady
President
Councillor Amy Coady has been a dedicated representative of the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor since being elected in 2009. Learn More
Councillor Isabelle Fry
Vice President
Isabelle Fry is a dedicated public servant, active volunteer, and proud mother, recently re-elected to Mount Pearl City Council for a third term. A resident of Mount Pearl for more than 30 years, Isabelle has a strong connection to her family roots in Bonavista and Summerville, grounding her in the diverse spirit of Newfoundland and Labrador’s communities. Learn More
Deputy Mayor Cynthia Downey
Western Director
I am the Deputy Mayor with the Town of Stephenville Crossing and entering my 33rd year on Council. I have been a member of the Western Regional Service Board as Vice Chair for the past four years and the Stewardship Association of Municipalities as a Director for the last 12 years. Learn More
Councillor Keith Keating
Eastern Director
Keith Keating has been involved in municipal politics for 33 years. He has served as both a Councillor and a Deputy Mayor for the Town of Marystown. Learn More
Deputy Mayor Nicole Kieley
Avalon Region Director
With over 20 years of working experience leading community-based organizations, Nicole has contributed to the empowerment of people and communities within the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Her roles have included Executive Director for Women in Resource Development Corporation and the NL Sexual Assault Crisis and Prevention Centre Labrador and at present, Senior Consultant with the Government of NL and Deputy Mayor of Mount Pearl. In all her work, listening, connecting, and advocating for people is foundational. Learn More
Vacant
Central Director
Councillor Debbie Hawes
Labrador Director
Debbie Hawes lives in the Town of Wabush and was recently elected to council. She has been working at the College of the North Atlantic for over thirty years and is currently instructing in the Executive Office Management program. During her time with the the College Debbie has served on numerous committees including Occupational Health and Safety, Scholarship Committee, and Educational Development Leave. Learn More
Mayor Dale Colbourne
Northern Director
Dale Colbourne became a member of the St. Lunaire-Griquet municipal council during a by-election in 2006 and was then elected to the position of Mayor in the 2013 general municipal election. Learn More
Deputy Mayor Lynn Decker-Ellsworth
Small Towns Director
I live in Roddickton-Bide Arm, on the Eastern Side of the Great Northern Peninsula. I am a teacher with the English School District, currently teaching at HG Fillier Academy in Englee. I have been very involved in my community in the many years I have lived here. I love my hometown and I strive to make this community a happy and viable place for all who choose to call it home. My goal is to make sure my children had a great childhood, as I did growing up in this small town. Learn More
Mayor Craig Scott
Urban Municipalities Director
First elected to council in 2013, and elected Mayor in 2017 and again in 2021, Craig Scott is a lifelong resident of Torbay where his family roots run deep. Craig was elected as the Urban Municipalities Committee Chair in 2018 and 2020 and is currently serving his second term as member of the Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Directors. Learn More
Mayor Danny Breen
St. John's Director
Danny Breen was first elected to the St. John’s City Council in the Fall of 2009 and was re-elected by acclamation in 2013, representing Ward 1, in the east end of St. John’s. He was elected as Mayor of the City of St. John’s in September of 2017 and acclaimed in 2021. Learn More
Alex Gibson
Human Resources Director
Alex is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) with nearly 15 years of experience, specializing in human resources management, labor relations, and team leadership. In 2023, he completed his Master of Industrial Relations from Queen’s University, equipping him with advanced knowledge in areas such as collective bargaining, workplace conflict resolution, and strategic HR planning. Currently, Alex is part of the Human Resources team at Pennecon, a leading provider of heavy civil, industrial, and energy sector services across Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and internationally. Learn More
Michele Peach
Finance Director
Michele Peach was employed in the public sector for 35 years, primarily with local government in various roles, and before that, with the Office of the Auditor General, Newfoundland and Labrador. Michele holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland, a professional accounting designation from the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, a Certificate in Local Government Administration from Dalhousie University and a National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration from the University of Alberta. Learn More
Jonathan Dale
Law Director
Jonathan has been a practicing lawyer at Stewart McKelvey since completing his articles with the firm in 2006, and he became a Partner in 2013. He has developed a significant municipal law practice, representing municipalities across the province on a broad spectrum of legal issues, including taxation, drafting municipal regulations, development matters of all kinds, and addressing Code of Conduct and conflict of interest cases. Learn More
Staff
Rob Nolan
CEO
Rob Nolan is passionate about municipal affairs and governance, serving on the Board of Directors for Happy City St. John’s 2015-2020 (including two years as Chair), co-founding the municipal advocacy group Citizens’ Assembly for Stronger Elections in 2017, and managing and advising on multiple municipal campaigns. Learn More
Alexis Foster
Director of Advocacy and Communications
Alexis Foster is an experienced non-profit leader with more than 10 years of expertise in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications. She holds a Bachelor's degree in International Business Administration from Memorial University and a certificate in International Business from Grenoble École de Management in France. Learn More
Bradley Power
Director of Programs
Phone: (709) 753-6820
Bradley Power is a well-known community leader who has served as a champion of local government and organizations that are committed to building stronger communities and preserving the traditions of Newfoundland and Labrador. Learn More
Brian Coleman
Housing Capacity Building Officer
Hailing from the beautiful west coast city of Corner Brook, Brian Coleman joins Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador as the Housing Capacity Building Officer for the Western, Northern, and Labrador zones. Graduating from the last class of Regina High School, Brian started his post-secondary education at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College where he completed introductory courses and was a lifeguard. Liking this lifesaving training, and work, Brian then went to Bay St. George Campus of College of the North Atlantic where he completed a certificate in Primary Care Paramedicine. He worked as a paramedic in various western Newfoundland communities, and at industrial sites in Alberta. Learn More
Rudy Norman
Tomorrow's Towns Program Coordinator
Phone: 709-572-7839
Rudy Norman is a passionate advocate for rural sustainability, and brings a wealth of experience in business, economic development, and marketing to the role. As the Mayor of Burlington, NL, he has been instrumental in revitalizing his hometown, leading initiatives to boost tourism and foster community growth. Learn More