Councillor Maurice St. Denis

Councillor Maurice St. Denis is honoured to be serving his second term on Morinville Council. A resident of Morinville for over four decades, Maurice and his wife Melissa have proudly raised their two sons, Everett and Emerson, in the community they are proud to call home. Maurice first worked for the Town of Morinville while pursuing his post-secondary education and has remained deeply committed to serving the community ever since. He holds a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Alberta and is a partner and lead clinician at a local mental health practice, where he provides counselling and mental health services to children, youth, and families throughout the region while also supporting several First Nations communities across Treaty 8.

Before entering private practice, Maurice spent more than two decades working in education as a classroom instructor, behaviour specialist, and school counsellor. Those experiences shaped his belief that the strongest communities are built through empathy, collaboration, and meaningful relationships. 

Whether supporting families through difficult circumstances, working alongside Indigenous communities, or serving as an elected official, Maurice believes that leadership begins with listening. Throughout his time on Council, he has worked to foster transparency, thoughtful decision-making, and genuine community engagement; believing that trust is earned through honest conversations, open dialogue, and a willingness to learn from others.

Maurice remains deeply grateful for the confidence residents have placed in him and is optimistic about Morinville's future. He believes the community is well-positioned for continued growth and opportunity while remaining grounded in the values that make it such a special place to live. Maurice is committed to providing steady, collaborative leadership that balances responsible decision-making with a long-term vision for a vibrant, resilient, and connected community. It continues to be one of the greatest privileges of his life to serve the residents of Morinville.

Councillor St. Denis represents the Town of Morinville on these boards and committees:

  • Agricultural Pest Act Control Committee
  • Alexander First Nation / Town of Morinville Joint Partnership Task Force
  • Chief Administrative Officer Recruitment and Evaluation Committee 
  • Community Services Advisory Committee  
  • Emergency Management Committee
  • Homeland Housing
  • Morinville/Sturgeon County Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
  • Sturgeon Regional Emergency Management Partnership
  • Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
  • Weed Control Act Appeal Committee

Council Expense Reports are posted tri-annually.

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