Dawn Arnold is an accomplished public servant with over 30 years of experience in
municipal government, community development, and publishing.
Elected as Mayor of Moncton in 2016, Ms. Arnold made history as the first woman to
hold this position. As Mayor, she championed public engagement and environmental
sustainability, guiding Moncton toward rapid growth while fostering a vibrant, inclusive
community. Prior to her election as Mayor, Ms. Arnold served as Councillor-at-Large
with the City of Moncton from 2012 to 2016, earning a reputation for transparency and
leadership in sustainable city-building.
A passionate advocate for arts and culture, Ms. Arnold served as President of the Frye
Festival and was also a board member of French for the Future, an organization that
engages with youth across Canada to inspire confidence, leadership, and passion for
the French language and Francophone cultures.
Ms. Arnold is the recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Order of New
Brunswick, the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, the Queen Elizabeth II
Diamond Jubilee Medal, and the Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters from the French
government.
