alPHa Past Chair / BOH Section Representative, North West Region

Trudy Sachowski, Past Chair of the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) and North West Region Board of Health Section Representative, is a passionate champion for public health. Appointed to the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) Board of Health by the Municipality of Machin and the City of Dryden, she brings leadership, advocacy, and strategic guidance to Ontario’s public health initiatives. She is equally committed to supporting the autonomy of Ontario’s local public health agencies.

An Ontario Volunteer Service Award recipient, Trudy’s dedication to leadership has spanned the Northwest and across the province, including past service as Chair of the Ontario Parent Council, Chair of the Northwestern Healthy Living Partnership, Chair of the Dryden Public Library Board, and Vice Chair of the Northwestern Early Years Steering Committee.

Trudy continues her public service as Vice Chair of the Points North Family Health Team and contributes her expertise to the Northwestern Health Unit Board of Health Executive Committee, the Kiiwetinoong Healing Waters Ontario Health Team Patient and Family Advisory Committee, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Health Transformation Task Force. A proud citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario, she brings her perspective and commitment to supporting diverse communities in all aspects of her work.

Recognized with alPHa’s 2022 Distinguished Service Award, Trudy exemplifies exceptional leadership, commitment, and passion. She continues to advance public health by leveraging her expertise, influence, and energy to create meaningful impact for the people of Ontario.

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