Craig Dyer Appointed Chief Financial Officer

Waterloo Region – Craig Dyer has been appointed the new Chief Financial Officer for the Region of Waterloo.

“Craig brings to the CFO position a strong municipal finance background and an excellent fit with the Region’s organizational values and culture,” said Mike Murray, Chief Administrative Officer. “I’m sure he will build on and enhance the prudent financial management the Region’s Finance Department has always provided.”

Mr. Dyer is currently the Treasurer for the County of Wellington. He assumed that position in 2001, prior to that, he served as Assistant Director of Finance for the City of Guelph, and with Halton Region.

“I am excited to have been selected for such a key position at the Region of Waterloo.  I know my years of municipal finance experience will be put to good use at the Region,” said Mr. Dyer. “I am looking forward to working closely with Council, Regional staff and the area municipal treasurers.  Municipalities are facing numerous financial challenges, and I am confident that I can contribute to the Region’s continued success.”

With 24 years of municipal government experience, including senior positions at the county, city and regional level, Craig brings a wide range of experience to the position. 

“We’re delighted to have attracted someone with Craig’s extensive experience to lead our finance department,” said Councillor Tom Galloway, Chair of the Region’s Administration and Finance Committee. “His years of upper-tier service dealing with a range of complex issues have given him a solid background that will position him well for success at the Region.” 

Mr. Dyer has participated in several initiatives at the provincial and local level, including involvement with professional associations such as the Municipal Finance Officers Association and the Ontario Association of County Clerks, Treasurers and Administrators.

The Finance Department is responsible for the Region’s accounting, stores, purchasing, tax policy, budget, performance measurement and risk management programs. The department manages the Region’s annual operating budget of $785 million and annual capital budget of $396 million.

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For Further Information please contact:

Bryan Stortz, Director, Corporate Communications, 519 575-4408