Darren Dalgleish To Lead Economic Renewal And Development At SLPC

Darren Dalgleish has been selected as the new General Manager and CEO of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission.  His appointment follows an open recruitment process and takes effect April 4, 2011.

Dalgleish has extensive experience in business renewal and development.  His experience includes leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Gananoque, President of Ifastgroupe Corporation, a company that designs, manufactures, imports and distributes engineered products for many industries, and General Manager of Canadian Operations with Textron Canada, a global supplier of specialized fasteners and fastening solutions.

As General Manager and CEO of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission, Dalgleish will provide leadership and oversee the economic development and renewal of the Commission's attractions and facilities.  Dalgleish takes over from Tim Casey who has made a significant contribution to the Commission as Acting General Manager and CEO.

QUOTES      

“Darren brings an impressive range and wealth of executive leadership experience to his new role at the St. Lawrence Parks Commission. I look forward to working with him in advancing the Commission’s impact as a key catalyst for tourism growth and economic development in Eastern Ontario.”

—   Steven Davidson, Acting Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture

“The board and staff of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission are pleased to have Darren Dalgleish lead our team. I am confident that under his guidance and leadership the Commission will continue its significant work to expand the profile of Eastern Ontario as a tourism destination of choice.”

— Ron Eamer, Acting Chair, St. Lawrence Parks Commission

QUICK FACTS

The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is an Ontario government agency that operates in 16 municipalities stretching from Kingston to the Quebec border.

The St. Lawrence Parks Commission operates Upper Canada Village, Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada (part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Crysler Park Marina, Upper Canada Golf Course, Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary and 12 campgrounds and beach day-use areas including the Long Sault and 1000 Islands Parkways.

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About the St. Lawrence Parks Commission

CONTACT

Bryan Mercer, Director, Marketing & Special Events    

St. Lawrence Parks Commission

Tel:  613-543-7388 ext. 202