Media Statement:
Resignation of Regional Chair Gale

March 12, 2026

Last night, Bob Gale submitted his resignation as Niagara Regional Chair to the Province of Ontario effective immediately.

The Region’s Bylaw to Appoint an Acting Chair outlines how temporary absences in the Chair’s Office are handled. This includes a rotating list of acting Chairs, who can attend to all Regional Chair duties and ensure uninterrupted regional activities. Lincoln Councillor Rob Foster will serve as Acting Regional Chair for the remainder of the month of March.

Niagara Region will continue to work with the Province regarding any next steps and actions related to the Office of the Regional Chair.

Media contact

Nick Colosimo
Chief of Staff, Regional Chair's Office
Niagara Region
905-980-6000 ext. 3341
nick.colosimo@niagararegion.ca