Mary Lou Roe

omen, led discussions centered on women’s issues and experiences, and supported and empowered women to build confidence and become the change they seek. A community leader, Mary Lou, chairs local grassroots volunteer committees, including Community Coalition on Refugee and Immigrant Support (CCORIC) and World Refugee Day Waterloo Region. She helps to lead and organize community events and forums that raise awareness of and address issues faced by newcomers. She’s also an active member of Empire Public School Parent Council. In 2019, Mary Lou was recognized by Volunteer Waterloo Region with the “Outstanding Leadership Award” for her unwavering commitment and advocacy for refugees and newcomers in our Region. Mary Lou’s passion for community building is evident in her own neighbourhood of Maple Hills, where she organizes annual community picnics and Santa Claus parades and facilitates neighbourhood participation in community drives such as the WRPS Backpack Challenge. Mary Lou is running for Ward 6 City Councillor. She’s excited to connect with residents to listen and continue building community connections and opportunities for Ward 6 and the City of Waterloo.