Kim Baigrie was appointed as the new Mayor of the Township of Ignace on January 15, 2024, and sworn into office on February 20, 2024, by her Council colleagues at a Special Meeting of Council.  Previously, Ms. Baigrie was also appointed to the position of Interim Mayor in March of 2023 to fill the vacancy left by the former Mayor, based on her experience and knowledge of the community and her previous tenure on Council.  Mayor Kim Baigrie is now on her fourth term of office in both the capacity as a Councillor and now as the Mayor of Ignace.  Mayor Baigrie has lived in Ignace for over 30 years and is a proud citizen, with much adoration and compassion for her community and residents.  Her dedication and commitment to Ignace span back to 2010, when she was on the Council that decided to advocate for being a potential host willing community to the proposed deep geological repository by the Nuclear Waste Management Organization.  Some of the Mayor’s priorities include overseeing the process of willingness for the community and to bring forward a sound strategic plan for the future.  Mayor Baigrie is a proud mother, grandmother and daughter with a special attachment to her mother (best friend) and wants to leave a legacy of pride for her amazing community.