The Township of Lanark Highlands is pleased to announce the hiring of Nicole Guthrie as the new Clerk. She officially begins her role on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to serving our community.

Nicole joins the Township with nearly 20 years of experience in managing municipal and government records, supporting committees, councils and boards, and enhancing public services. This includes previous roles with the Town of Carleton Place, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, and the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority.  Since 2016, she has been supporting the provincial education system at the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB). For the past four years she has performed as the General Manager, Board Services, for the OCDSB, which has prepared her for the complimentary role of municipal clerk.

Ms. Guthrie holds a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia University and has completed additional certifications and training including courses on municipal emergency preparedness, health and safety and public relations.

As the Municipal Clerk, Ms. Guthrie will be responsible for coordinating the administrative and legislative requirements necessary for the Township and Council to function, in addition to managing municipal elections, the issuance of various licenses and maintenance of the corporate records. Nicole will also play a key role in facilitating communication between the Township office and the residents of Lanark Highlands.

"I am pleased to welcome Nicole to the team. It is always a benefit to add new perspective from one's body of work in former jobs to improve customer service,” said Reeve McLaren.

For more information, please contact Suzanne Charbonneau-Dent, CAO at 613-259-2398 ext. 222 or email: .