Lanark-Highlands hires new CAO

The Township of Lanark Highlands has hired Suzanne Charbonneau-Dent as its new Chief Administrative Officer. The Township says she will begin her new position on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024.

“Suzanne brings over 20 years of professional experience including strategic long-range planning, project management, fire and emergency services planning , public/stakeholder engagement, transportation systems planning , traffic operations analysis , municipal servicing , land development, and construction administration,” the Township said in a press release about the announcement.

For the past two years, Charbonneau-Dent has operated a consulting business, Tayport Limited, and was previously employed with Dillon Consulting Limited since 2006, where she held various leadership roles.

“She has worked with more than 65 municipal clients and has gained a thorough understanding of municipal operations,” the Township said.

In addition to her private sector experience, Suzanne has a Master of Public Administration from Western University, a Civil Engineering (Structural) degree from Queen’s University and is a licensed Professional Engineer, the Township said.

“I am truly honored and excited to be selected as Lanark Highland’s next CAO. I look forward to working with Council and staff in leading the municipality and fostering a transparent, accountable and collaborative culture to serve the community,” said Charbonneau-Dent.

“On behalf of Council and Staff, I would like to welcome Suzanne to the Town ship of Lanark Highlands,” said Reeve Peter McLaren. “Her experience and education make her the best candidate to take on this important role and will position us for a great future.”