I believe Port Hope can grow responsibly while protecting the character and community spirit that make it such a special place to call home.

Protecting what we love. Planning for what's next.

I am a proven community-minded business leader with a track record of turning challenges into opportunity, building successful teams and making thoughtful decisions in a fast-changing environment.

As General Manager of The Mill Restaurant & Golf Course, I have grown and revitalized a major local business while creating jobs, supporting community organizations and bringing new events and energy to the region. I bring practical experience in budgeting, infrastructure and growth planning, workforce management and working with diverse groups of people to find solutions that actually work.

I am running for Port Hope Council because I believe our community deserves thoughtful, forward-looking leadership that can balance affordability, smart growth and the character that makes Port Hope such a special place to live.

As a mother and businesswoman, I bring a unique perspective to Port Hope. My journey is rooted in the values of hard work, community, and the belief that every voice matters. I am dedicated to ensuring our town remains a vibrant, safe and welcoming place for everyone to call home.

Amelia Bray, a woman with light complexion, auburn hair, a teal shirt and red, silk neck scarf.

Resident Focused Leadership

Council's job is to listen, ask tough questions and make informed decisions that benefit the community as a whole. I will approach every issue with transparency, collaboration and commitment to ensuring major decisions deliver lasting benefits for Port Hope residents.

PORT HOPE VISION

Intentional Development & Smart Growth

Port Hope needs more housing options to remain affordable for families, seniors, young professionals and the workforce our community depends on. I will support responsible growth that expands housing choice and strengthens our tax base. I want to ensure that new development is planned alongside the infrastructure and services that residents expect.

An Affordable Port Hope

Affordability starts with responsible financial decisions that respect taxpayers while we plan for the future. I support long term planning that grows our assessment base, increases revenue, invests wisely in municipal infrastructure and keeps Port Hope financially strong for generation to come.

Walkable Streets

We need a neighbourhood by neighbourhood approach to creating safer streets for children, seniors, cyclists and walkers.

We don't need every street to look the same, we need every neighbourhood to be safe, connected and practical for the people who live there.

Northumberland Rollerskating

Collective

Established recreational rollerskating club, accessible to residents of all ages - from babies instrollers to seniors.

100 Women

Who Care

Founding member of a philanthropic giving group that has granted out over $250,000 to Northumberland charities.

Cultivate

Festival

Co-founded the incredibly successful Cultivate Festival, a registered arts charity, in 2015 and continue to lead on the year-round Operating Committee.

The Mill Restaurant & Golf Course

Since 2014, I've transformed this local business into a thriving multi-million-dollar operation, creating jobs, expanding programming and investing in our community.

Career Highlights

Navigating municipal processes as a business operator and community builder has given me a practical understanding of how local government decision impact business, organizations amd residents. I’ve seen firsthand what works, where barriers exist and how thoughtful local leadership can help good ideas move forward.