Chair and Vice Chair Re-elected
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/20 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) is pleased to announce the re-election of Debbie Ewald as Chair and Andrew Hallikas as Vice Chair by acclamation during the first board meeting of 2025 held on January 16th.
Ewald, who represents the Town of Rainy River, first took on the role of Chair for the organization back in 2019. Hallikas, representing the Town of Fort Frances, has been the Vice Chair since 2020.
“I am deeply grateful to my fellow board members for re-electing me as Chair of the District of Rainy River Services Board. This role is both a privilege and a responsibility, and I remain committed to working collaboratively to advance our shared priorities and ensure our residents receive the services they rely on,” said Ewald.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve as Vice Chair and appreciate the trust placed in me by the board. I am eager to continue supporting the Chair, our board, and Rainy River District Services as we work together to address challenges and opportunities in our district, always with a focus on the well-being of our communities,” added Hallikas.
The DRRSB Board of Directors consists of 13 members, with 10 members appointed by municipal councils and three selected by qualified electors of the Territory Without Municipal Organization (TWOMO) for a four-year term.
The DRRSB remains committed to its mission of delivering quality services with accountability and respect to meet the needs of the district. The DRRSB delivers Children’s Services, Ontario Works, Housing and Homelessness, and Paramedic Services within the Rainy River District.
