Nanaimo-Info-blog: Nanaimo’s New CAO Announced At Council Meeting

Tracy Samra Appointed
Nanaimo’s new Chief Administrative Officer

Tracy Samra has been named Nanaimo’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).  Councillor Bestwick made the announcement during the March 7th Council meeting.

Ms Samra joins the City with over 20 years experience working in the federal, provincial and aboriginal public sectors where she held roles as a senior government administrator, lawyer and consultant in the areas of governance, policy development and service delivery. Samra holds a Masters of Laws from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Victoria and holds executive training experience from the Canada School of Public Service and was called to the bar in 1996.   

Prior to her March 7th appointment, Ms Samra successfully served as the City’s Interim City Manager from November 17, 2015 through March 2016. During this period she oversaw the administration of several important Council  and staff initiatives including an organizational restructuring, development of the Provisional 2016 Financial Plan and the commencement of the Core Services Review.

Ms Samra was selected from over 50 applicants for the position by a committee of all Council who interviewed shortlisted applicants in February.

Ms Samra serves as Nanaimo’s first female and first aboriginal CAO and was previously employed as the Legislative Services Manager for a period of six months.

“The appointment of Ms Samra to the permanent position of City Manager is a positive step for the City of Nanaimo.  In just over three months as Interim City Manager, Ms Samra demonstrated her leadership capabilities. Council looks forward to working closely with Ms Samra moving forward”  –  Councillor Bill Bestwick

“I am humbled by the overwhelming support from Council.  I am excited about supporting Council’s vision for the community. We have a committed staff and a great City – there are so many opportunities for our shared future and I look forward to being a part of it.” – Tracy Samra Chief Administrative Officer City of Nanaimo

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