Victor Power’s four decades of public service in Timmins, including a run as the city’s longest-serving mayor, have been officially recognized by his country with an appointment as a member of the Order of Canada.
At the Nov. 5 ceremony at Rideau Hall, Power was joined by the likes of long-time CBC fixture Peter Mansbridge and former New Brunswick premier Frank McKenna, who were named as companions to the Order of Canada.
Power first entered municipal politics in 1966 as city councillor, a position he held for 14 years. He ran successfully for mayor in 1980, holding the position for eight years. He held the title once more in 1991 through 2000, and again in 2003 through 2007.
Throughout his political career, he also served as chairman of the Northeastern Ontario Mayors Action Group, commissioner of the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission, vice-president of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and president of the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities.
