Councillor John Balemans was first elected to Town Council in 2016 and re-elected in 2021.
John was raised on a family produce farm in Oak Point. He describes moving to Grand Bay-Westfield with his wife and children over twenty years ago, as one of the best decisions of his life.
John has been self-employed for nearly forty years. He has served as a Board Member for the River Valley Community Centre, as well as for P.R.O. Kids.
During his terms on Council, John continues to support:
Healthy growth and development;
Recreational improvements and community events, especially for our youth and seniors; and
Working hard for the community, while keeping the best interests of the citizens of Grand Bay-Westfield in mind.
John is a dedicated family man who enjoys spending most of his spare time with his wife, their three children and beautiful grandchildren.