Ward Sutherland
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Ward Sutherland | |
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City of Calgary Councillor | |
Assumed office October 21, 2013 |
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Preceded by | Dale Hodges |
Constituency | Ward 1 |
Personal details | |
Residence | Rocky Ridge |
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Ward Sutherland is a municipal politician who currently serves as Councillor of Ward 1 in Calgary, Alberta. He was elected in the 2013 municipal election.
Awards
In January 2013, Sutherland was awarded awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for significant contribution to the community.[1]
Career before politics
Sutherland held senior leadership and management positions in top-tier companies such as Sony, Tim Horton’s, McDonald’s, and Hartco Corporation.
Prior to being elected Sutherland served as president of the Rocky Ridge Royal Oak Community Association.[2]
2013 municipal election
Sutherland was elected to represent Ward 1 by capturing 39% of the votes, narrowly defeating Chris Harper, who also took 39%, but with 86 fewer votes.[3]