Cynthia Block
Cynthia Block is a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan, and has a background in media and communications. She has had a life-long interest in public policy, and a strong preference to use evidence and data to drive decision-making. On Council, her priority issues include basic services, sustainability, indigenous reconciliation and downtown revitalization.
Cynthia would like City Council to focus on a longer time horizon in decision-making. Through partnerships with other levels of government, business, industry, community groups, residents and organizations in the surrounding geographical area, we have an opportunity to build a more modern, progressive and sustainable 21st century City.
Cynthia and her husband have made their home in Ward 6 for the past 25 years. They have two young adults attending the University of Saskatchewan, and they can often be seen on the spectacular Meewasin trail with their shepherd-cross, Belle.
City of Saskatoon Boards & Committees:
- Governance and Priorities Committee
- Standing Policy Committees: Finance, Transportation
- Boards: Broadway Business Improvement District, Downtown Business Improvement District, Remai Modern, Saskatoon Gallery & Conservatory Corporation Board of Trustees
- Committees: Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, Albert Community Centre, Marr Residence
Strategic Priority:
Cynthia is leading Council's strategic priority area of Downtown Development to create the conditions to bring more people, jobs, stores, restaurants and amenities into the downtown. The sign of a thriving City is a vibrant downtown. City Council will work to ensure the heart of the City remains strong and attractive into the future.
Other Board & Committee Experience:
- Board Work: YMCA, YWCA, Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association
- Committee Work: Inter-Provincial Association on Native Employment, Youth Soccer
- Civic Events: Lieutenant Governor's Centennial Arts Celebration, CIS University Cup (National Men's Hockey Championship), Riderville North 101st Grey Cup