Caledon mayor not seeking re-election

Mayor of Caledon Annette Groves (Annette Groves Mayor of the Town of Caledon/Facebook)

After a 26-year career in municipal politics, including four years at the helm of council, the Mayor of Caledon, Annette Groves, has announced her retirement.

According to the Town of Caledon’s website, Groves moved to town over 30 years ago. She was first elected as councillor of Ward 5 in 2000 and was sworn in as the eighth mayor of Caledon in 2022.

“Serving the residents of Caledon has been the honour of a lifetime,” said Groves in a video address posted to Facebook.

“Working alongside my colleagues has been a privilege, your commitment to public service and collaboration has helped move our community forward in meaningful ways,” she added.

Caledon’s next municipal election will take place on Oct. 26, 2027.