The Macdonald Cartier Club is pleased to invite you to hear from

Joe Preston, Mayor of St. Thomas and former MP of Elgin Middlesex London. 

Topic: Mayor Joe Preston has served our community since 2004, he is now retiring from politics. We want to thank him and have asked him to share his insights and speak on his accomplishments that he is most proud of.

Joe Preston - Biography

Community Involved, Entrepreneurial, Politically Active

Member of Parliament for Elgin Middlesex London elected 2004, 2006, 2008, 2011.

Elected Mayor of St. Thomas Ontario 2018. Re-elected 2022

Joe Preston has volunteered and served his community actively throughout his life.

His Wife Stephanie, is an on line Mental health Peer support provider.

Owner of Prestaurants Inc. a Wendy's Franchise in St. Thomas and Aylmer Ontario. Since 1990

Mentor to many politicians, start up companies  and youth Entrepreneurs.

Father of two children, Stepfather to three, Grandfather to four.

Supported by four Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

WHEN: Friday, May 29th, 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm.

Note: CHECK-IN and Networking at the Ramada to start at 11:30a.m. Lunch is served at 12:00p.m, the speaker is scheduled to start at 12:30p.m.

WHERE: at the Ramada Inn (817 Exeter Road, London), Churchill Ballroom.

HOW: Registration on this page! 

Can't make it? Tune in for the replay via YouTube CLICK HERE.

STUDENTS: Free Lunch Registration in-advance for students: Please CLICK HERE. 

Please register by May 19th, 2026 to ensure your ticket for the lunch.

Please submit questions in advance: CLICK HERE.