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The Township of Bonfield is a single-tier municipality within the District of Nipissing. Council is composed of five members:

1 Mayor
4 Councillors

All council members are elected for a four-year term of office and are all elected at-large by eligible voters of the Township of Bonfield. The Township of Bonfield does not have a ward system for municipal elections.

Members of Council meet at regularly scheduled council meetings throughout the year, and at special council meetings as needed. All Council and Committee meetings are governed by the Procedural By-law.

Bonfield Council

Please feel free to contact the Mayor and Council with any questions or a matter of interest.

Mayor Narry Paquette

Phone: 705-475-6207
Email: npaquette@bonfieldtownship.com

I was born in Rutherglen and still live where I grew up ….in the area where baseball was the most exciting event in the summertime with skiing, sledding and hockey being our entertainment during the winter months.

I was married in Elliot Lake and am the proud mother of four children. They have blessed me with 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

When growing up, my life’s ambition was to become a teacher or a shop keeper. I attended the North Bay Collegiate and Vocational Secondary School in North Bay, Ontario. Moved to Elliott Lake in 1959 and upon my return to the Rutherglen area in 1981, continued my education at Canadore College. I was interviewed for a position as a Legal Assistant and on my final day of College I was hired at Valin Partners and have been with this firm for almost 40 years. My working week now consists of two days at Valin Partners and two days at Thomas Davis Law.

I am presently the Mayor of the Township of Bonfield for the 5th term on Council.

In 1991, I decided to run for Council and lost the position by three votes. However, I was appointed as a member on the Planning Advisory Board and am still a member. This position lasted for 32 years. In 1994, I decided to give it a try again and I not only became a Councillor for the Corporation but became Deputy Mayor as well. Since that time, I have served on many committees and Boards inside the community and outside our community as well. In 2000, it was time to break the gender barrier and overcome the male dominated world of Politics in the Township of Bonfield and I became the first female Reeve. In 2003, I was acclaimed for my second term as Reeve and in 2003 I made history again by becoming the first Mayor for the Township of Bonfield. In 2006 I was again successful in the electoral race for Mayor and then served for the next four years.

In 2022, I was again encouraged to run for Mayor for the municipality. I managed to win the election and I feel very humble. The people who supported me were not only residents of our community but also many of my long time friends. I am so fortunate to know so many people personally. This community is a great place to live, work and enjoy.

I have served as Chair of the Township of Bonfield Police Services Board for the past 23 years. I am currently Chair of the newly formed Nosbonsing Police Services Board, which includes three municipalities, Township of Bonfield, Municipality of East Ferris, and the Township of Chisholm.

I would like to mention two key Highlights of my Mayorship in the past … I was nominated for the Influential Women of Northern Ontario Award in 2005. Even though I was not the recipient of this award, I was truly honoured in being nominated for such a prestigious award. Finally, in July 2008 our Township was declared in a state of emergency. There were no funds in our budget to repair all the damage. Council discussed the issue and it was decided that I should drive to Ottawa to meet with the Ministers of our Province to lobby for funds. I did just that with paperwork prepared by Staff. When I returned home, our Township was awarded one million three hundred thousand dollars. Mission Accomplished!

I love our Township and the good people who live here!

Deputy Mayor Jason Corbett

Phone: 705-840-0379
Email: jcorbett@bonfieldtownship.com

With over two decades of progressive leadership in public service, non-profit management, and municipal governance, Jason is the Director of Operations, IT & Decision Support at the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) North Bay & District. In this role, he has helped lead the operational strategy and execution for a 220-person organization, overseeing key departments including IT, capital planning, facilities, procurement, data analytics, and organizational modernization.

Before being elected as Councillor and appointed Deputy Mayor for the Township of Bonfield, Jason gained extensive experience in government operations while working for the Nipissing Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP). In this role, he worked closely with provincial leadership on strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and public advocacy.

Jason’s deep commitment to community development is reflected in his decade-long tenure as Board Chair of Low-Income People Involvement of Nipissing (LIPI), where he secured increased funding and improved service delivery for low-income individuals. He also served two terms on the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), where he helped shape economic development and innovation strategies across the North.

In 2019, Jason, his wife Nancy and daughter Avery chose to make Bonfield their home, drawn by its natural beauty and strong sense of community. With a clear vision and a practical plan, Jason is dedicated to building a strong, resilient, and forward-thinking Bonfield.

Councillor Dan MacInnis

Phone: 705-776-2641
Email: dmacinnis@bonfieldtownship.com

Dan has been a resident of the Township of Bonfield for more than twenty years, where he has raised his two children alongside his wife Melanie. Dan was elected Councillor in 2022 with his focus being road improvement. Dan has worked the last thirty years in the road construction industry, from running heavy equipment to managing projects and purchasing equipment. He is currently the Operations Superintendent of a neighbouring municipality.

While his children were young, Dan could be found at the local horse shows or the arena cheering his children on. Now that they have grown, he has time to give back to the community. You can find him volunteering alongside his wife at the Bonfield Community Garden, and when not there working at the family hobby farm. Dan sits on the Recreation Committee and is the Chair of Corporate Services.

Councillor Donna Clark

Phone: 905-686-7056
Email: dclark@bonfieldtownship.com

Donna Clark proudly made Bonfield her home in January 2017, moving into what she calls her dream home. Married for 38 years and proud mother of two adult children, Donna brings both life experience and a deep commitment to community service.

After retiring in 2020 from a 36-year public sector career, she felt a strong desire to continue giving back. With nearly four decades of experience in municipal governance, policy development, and Human Resources -- especially in areas like homelessness, housing, children's services and emergency management -- Donna brings a practical, collaborative and community focused approach to Council. She values transparency and believes strongly in involving residents in meaningful decision making.

When not attending council meetings or volunteering, Donna enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring Bonfield's natural beauty and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

Councillor Steve Featherstone

Phone: 905-531-5367

Email: sfeatherstone@bonfieldtownship.com

Hello everyone. I moved to Bonfield with my wife Holly just 8 years ago from Hamilton. We fell in love with the community and became involved quickly. I stay busy working multiple professions including working as a recreational rehabilitation therapist, as security officer for a local night club and events, as a sports coordinator for the North Bay Granite Club as well as run my own business right here in Bonfield known as Reptile Adventure Camp. Through my business I have been successful in running countless fundraisers, special events and after school programs to help our community, and to provide activities for our youth. It was during these events and activities where I would meet many of our citizens and listen to their stories. I never thought I would be involved in municipal politics, however when many community members expressed how frustrated they were with our former municipal leaders I put my hat in. I have learned a lot during my first term as a councilor from the challenges our community faces to processes of municipal government and my role as a counselor. It's been as challenging as it's been rewarding. I am proud of the work we have completed, and I am confident that I will continue to be a voice of the community.

I can promise you a few things as a member of our council. No matter how busy I am I will find the time to listen to you and help you. I am as approachable as It gets and truly enjoy having those conversations. I will always find you an answer to your questions, I might not know the answer right away, but I will find out and be in touch. It may not exactly be the answer we hoped for, but it will be accurate and transparent. I will always be supportive of you, your family and your concerns. I will always do what I feel is best for our community, and our people.

Let's work together to create a cohesive community full of people who care for each other and the township we call home.

Steve Featherstone

Township of Bonfield
365 Highway 531, Bonfield ON P0H 1E0
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 705-776-2641
Fax: 705-776-1154
Email: webmaster@bonfieldtownship.com