We
pray today for Jack MacClaren and the riding of Carleton-Mississippi Mills. May
you grant peace, and prosperity to this part of the province. We ask that your
hand would guide and direct Jack MacClaren as he serves the people of this
riding. May your Spirit give him strength and wisdom in making decisions that
would honour your Name.
BIOGRAPHY
Jack
MacLaren is no stranger to dealing with and working with bureaucracy.
He has been an active member of many community based organizations
including:
- Ontario Landowners Association - President
- Carleton Landowners Association - President
- Canadian Justice Review Board - Director
- Named "Citizen of the Year" 2002 - West Carleton Township
- Torbolton Township Historical Society
- St. Andrew's United Church - Trustee
- MacLaren’s Landing Community Association - President
- Ottawa - Carleton Cattlemens Association
- Ottawa - Carleton Soil and Crop Improvement Association
- Arnprior Region Federation of Agriculture - President
He
has successfully advocated for and protected the rights of
individuals, changed public perceptions, and influenced government
policy to the benefit of the people of Ontario.
Jack
went to school at Dirleton, Fitzroy Harbour and Arnprior. He attained
the degree of B. Sc. in civil engineering at Queen’s University in
1972. Jack worked in engineering and construction in Vancouver and
Calgary for 10 years.
Jack
is a cash crop farmer who lives and works on the family farm at
MacLaren's Landing in West Carleton Township. The farm was a Crown Grant
to the MacLaren family in 1826.
Jack
and his wife Janet have three daughters - Jessica, Rachel and Alexis.
Janet and all three girls are Registered Nurses who are working in
hospitals in Ottawa, Calgary and San Diego.
The
MacLaren family has a long history of being involved in community
politics for the purpose of community betterment. Jack's father,
grand-father and great grand-father were all politically active. In the
MacLaren house it was always understood that with the enjoyment and
benefits of a healthy community comes the obligation to contribute to
the community.
Jack is ready to discuss the issues that concern you, and be your voice in Ontario.
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