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Report To: General Government Committee
Date of Meeting: March 2, 2026 Report Number: LGS-004-26
Authored By:
Submitted By:
Reviewed By:
Report Subject:
Yvonne Zach, Organization Development & Learning Specialist
Rob MacIver, Deputy CAO/Solicitor, Legislative Services Mary-
Anne Dempster, CAO
Staff Accomplishments Annual Report - 2025
Recommendations:
1.That Report LGS-004-26 be received for information.
Resolution Number: GG-043-26
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Report Overview
1. Background
1.1 At the General Government Committee meeting of May 5, 2025, the Committee passed
the following Resolution #GG-106-25:
“That Staff be directed to report back outlining options for an annual report
recognizing the accomplishments of Staff.”
1.2 Subsequently, the following Resolution #LGS-026-25 was passed arising from Report
LGS-026-25:
“That Report LGS-026-25 be received; and
That Council direct the Chief Administrative Officer to develop and implement a
program that recognizes employee accomplishments through an annual report
presented to Council in accordance with the parameters identified in Report LGS-
026-25.”
2. Report Details
2.1 This report provides a consolidated summary of significant employee accomplishments
that includes professional achievements and contributions to the community, completed
during the previous year.
2.2 Individuals featured in Report LGS-004-26 may be invited to attend and be recognized
at the March 2, 2026 General Government Committee meeting. It is not required for
employees to attend but they may do so in person (as room permits) or watching
virtually with prior supervisory approval and ensuring operational needs are not affected.
2.3 Keynote presentations:
Name Achievement
“
”
“Clarington’s
”
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Jeannette Whynot Guest Lecturer at Ontario Tech University
Department of Social Sciences and
Humanities, ‘Connecting Strong Cities to
Challenge Hate’ course highlighting to
students the “Together We are Clarington”
campaign.
2.4 Learning and development “Honour Roll”. Employee professional achievements:
Name Achievement Institution
–
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June Gallagher Municipal Election Training
Program
AMCTO
Alison Jeschke Basic Emergency
Management Certificate
Emergency Management
Ontario
Maddie Nelles Basic Emergency
Management Certificate
Emergency Management
Ontario
Amanda Welsh Basic Emergency
Management Certificate
Emergency Management
Ontario
Sarah Raso Basic Emergency
Management Certificate
Emergency Management
Ontario
David Cachia CIO.D designation
CIO Association of
Canada – Rotman
Executive Leadership
Program
Kelly Brodofske Public Administration
Graduate Certificate, MAP
and MAFP designations
Lean Green Belt
certification
Seneca Polytechnic
Leading Edge Group
Mustafa Ashraf Ontario Association of
Property Standards Officer
Certifications MLEO(c) and
CPSO
Ontario Association of
Property Standards
Amanda Welsh and
Cassy MacDonald
CAMA Executive Assistant
Master Class Series 2
CAMA Canada
Sarah Gattie, Karen
Richardson, and
Andrei Micu
Qualified to provide expert
testimony before the OLT
Ontario Labour Tribunal
Act and the Rules of
Practice and Procedure
govern the admission and
qualification of expert
witnesses.
2.5 Volunteer community service:
Name Position Organization
2.6 Election or voluntary commitment to sit on a board that serves a professional
organization to which the individual belongs:
Name Position Organization
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2.7 Election or voluntary commitment to sit on a board that serves a community
organization in a personal capacity:
Name Position Organization
2.8 Recognition and/or awards from external and other organizations, associations, or
levels of government, etc.:
Name Award Organization
3. Conclusion
3.1 It is respectfully submitted that Council receives this report to recognize the
accomplishments and achievements of Staff in 2025.
Staff Contact: Yvonne Zach, Organization Development & Learning Specialist,
yzach@clarington.net.
Attachments:
Not Applicable
Recognizing Staff Accomplishments
March 2, 2026
Employee Appreciation Week begins today.
Clarington staff are highly skilled and hardworking.
These efforts enhance the quality of life for everyone who
calls Clarington home.
Today, we take a moment to celebrate and recognize the
contributions of #TeamClarington staff to our community.
The Staff Accomplishments report celebrates only a small
selection of the Clarington staff who contribute to our
workplace excellence.
Staff Accomplishments Annual Report
The report compiles major staff accomplishments for 2025,
highlighting key achievements.
The Staff Accomplishment Report highlights the 2025
accomplishments of 32 valued individuals.
Recognizing staff achievements is important to promote
continued excellence within the municipality.
#TeamClarington 2025 Accomplishments
Keynote and Conference Presentations
Delivering keynote speeches and conference presentations
that showcased expertise and leadership in professional
settings.
Volunteers and Board Members
Volunteers and elected board members supported
community and professional organizations through dedicated
service.
Certificates and Certifications
Earning certificates and designations reflected achievements
in ongoing learning and professional development.
Recognition and Awards
Work awarded and recognized by external organizations
highlighted Clarington’s professional excellence and
contributions.
Sincere thanks from Council
Our employees' commitment and support are vital to the
municipality's success and community impact.
This Employee Appreciation Week, Clarington Council
sincerely thanks all employees for their dedication and
exceptional service to the municipality.
Municipality of Clarington
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