ROB TRIPP
Meet Rob
"I believe that Calabogie and its neighbouring communities in Ward 1 are worth protecting! As your elected Councillor, I will give you effective, informed leadership and a strong voice at the Greater Madawaska Township Council."
I am here to give back to a community that has given so much to me.
A historic heart, with a modern beat!
Calabogie has always been a special place for me. As a child, I spent my weekends and summers on the shores of Calabogie Lake. Our home on Kennedy Road was a safe place to play, explore, and grow.
​Sixteen years ago, I finally fulfilled a lifelong dream of making Calabogie my year-round home, and now shared with my wife Sharon.
Now, with retirement ahead, I’m eager to pour my energy into my community and would be honoured to serve as one of your two Councillors for Ward 1.
Over six decades in Calabogie, I have experienced change — both positive change, and some less so... we could have done better.
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Change is inevitable, but it should be carefully planned and well managed. As a growing community, we need to be on the right side of change — where we acknowledge our history and identity, while building our future through careful planning based on consultation and collaboration.
Expect more from your Councillor ...
While I just want to be the trusted neighbour down the road, there are some useful qualities and experiences I can bring to the table as your Councillor:
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LEADERSHIP
I have been involved in leadership and team-building for decades.
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This includes:
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Providing leadership in private and public organizations with budgets ranging from $100K to $55 million
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Serving on Boards of Directors for a total of 20 years, including executive roles as Chair, Vice-Chair, and Treasurer
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Developing and delivering new initiatives as a Senior Advisor for the World Health Organization (WHO)
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
I draw strength and inspiration from my community and feel compelled to give back whenever possible.
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This has included board membership, volunteering, and philanthropic engagement with organizations such as:
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Renfrew Victoria Hospital, currently serving as Vice-Chair
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St Andrews United Church in Calabogie
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Greater Madawaska Township's Recreation Committee
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Greater Madawaska Township's Canada 2022 Committee
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Charitable giving in our community proudly through the revenues of Calabogie Mini Storage
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​Leadership Ottawa
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Ottawa Community Housing Corporation
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Ottawa Kiwanis Club
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Member of the Founders Club in Calabogie Brew Company
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ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
While I am a big believer in the school of life, I also have some diplomas filed away, including:
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Certificate in Business Management and Leadership from University of Ottawa
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BA in Criminology from Carleton University
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Diploma in Law and Security from Algonquin College
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experience
integrity
transparency
Blending leadership skills and a commitment to respectful and collaborative governance.
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Vote ROB TRIPP as one of your two Ward 1 Councillors on October 24th.