Debbie Zimmerman

Debbie Zimmerman serves as a Board Director at Hamilton Health Sciences, where she brings extensive experience from both the public and private sectors. She has held this position since March 2022 and is recognized for her strong governance background.12

Career Highlights

• Current Roles:

  • CEO of Grape Growers of Ontario since November 2003, where she leads the organization representing grape growers across the province.14
  • Director of the Peace Bridge Authority since February 2018, overseeing operations related to the international bridge connecting Canada and the U.S..24
  • Board Member of Brock University since September 2020, contributing to the governance of this educational institution.23

• Previous Experience:

  • Served as Regional Chair and CEO of the Regional Municipality of Niagara from 1997 to 2003, and as an Alderman for the Town of Grimsby starting in 1978.4
  • Held positions such as Chair of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and was involved in various community organizations, including a five-year tenure on the Board of Directors for the YMCA of Niagara.14

Education and Honors

Debbie received an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Brock University in 2020, acknowledging her contributions to public service and community leadership. She is also a graduate of Niagara College, where she studied journalism and municipal management.23

Her commitment to community service has been recognized with awards such as the Business Person Volunteer of the Year Award from the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce in October 2013 and the Lifetime Achievement Award in November 2022.2

Debbie Zimmerman's diverse experience and leadership roles underscore her dedication to public service and community development within Ontario.