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Saint John welcomes new Common Council, names Deputy Mayor

Members of the new Saint John Common Council were joined by family, friends, and residents at an official Swearing-In Ceremony prior to their first Council meeting on Monday, June 1.

The City of Saint John Common Council includes:

  • Mayor Donna Noade Reardon
  • Deputy Mayor (2026-2028), Ward 2: John MacKenzie
  • Deputy Mayor (2028-2030), Councillor at Large: Gary Sullivan
  • Councillor at Large: Gina Hooley
  • Ward 1: Greg Norton
  • Ward 1: Sherri Colwell-McCavour
  • Ward 2: Brian Wyatt
  • Ward 3: Eric Savoie
  • Ward 3: Ryan Moore
  • Ward 4: Paul Dempsey
  • Ward 4: David Merrithew

During the meeting, Council unanimously supported motions brought forward by the Mayor to suspend the Procedural Bylaw for the purpose of appointing the Deputy Mayors for the current term. Council appointed Councillor John MacKenzie as Deputy Mayor for the first two years of the term, and Councillor Gary Sullivan as Deputy Mayor for the final two years.  

The Deputy Mayor supports the work of Council and fulfills the duties of the Mayor when required, including presiding over meetings in the Mayor’s absence and representing the City at official functions.  

Quote from Mayor Donna Noade Reardon: 
“On behalf of Council, I would like to congratulate John MacKenzie and Gary Sullivan on their appointments as Deputy Mayor during this term, and thank them for their continued commitment to public service. Our new Council is looking forward to working together as we continue advancing priorities and building momentum for Saint John.” 

Quote from John MacKenzie: 
“It’s an honour to be selected and continue serving as Deputy Mayor for the first two years of this term. I look forward to working alongside a strong Council team focused on serving residents and supporting a strong future for Saint John.” 

Quote from Gary Sullivan

“I’m very proud to have served in many roles over my 14 years on Council. I look forward to adding Deputy Mayor to that list starting in 2028, and to continuing to work on behalf of our entire City to make Saint John the best it can be.”