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I am a husband, father, and grandfather with deep roots in Pelham. I was was born and raised in Fenwick, attended its local schools.  Upon graduation from E.L. Crossley S.S.,  I attended the University of Guelph and received my Honours B.Sc. Agr and M.Sc. in Environmental Biology. After completing my education, I returned home to Pelham. I coached, taught and volunteered in the community while embarking on my career and completing my PhD at Brock University.

 

I presently reside on our family’s century-old property on Maple Street with my wife Jina and our two rescue dogs.

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For over 45 years, I have worked with farmers, municipalities, governments, and community organizations to solve agricultural and environmental challenges locally, nationally and internationally. My experience includes serving as a provincial specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, founding my consulting company KCMS – Advice with Integrity, along with teaching and conducting research at Brock University. 

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My professional experience in planning, agriculture, and rural development —including serving as an expert witness before the Ontario Land Tribunal, Ontario Superior Court, National Energy Board and the Federal Senate — provides Council with practical knowledge that benefits our community.

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