Governor Region 8: Terry MaCann

I was born 1965 in Port au Port Newfoundland, a small town of approximately 300 people, My family owned a small convince store , gas station and auto repair shop.
Upon completion of grade 12, I enrolled in the local trades college. 1st year was mechanic and the 2nd year was welding.
From there I joined the Canadian reserve armed forces and completed 10 weeks of basic training.
In the fall of 1985 I moved to Ontario and worked as a welder fabricator for approximately 20 years. During this time I went to Sheridan College for two years in the evenings and Saturdays for CNC operation.
My most recent job was 29.5 years. 12 years as a welder then 17.5 as a CNC operator and Team Leader over 13 employees. My employer was the Peelle Company. We manufactured freight and passenger elevators.
My Wife and I currently own a small business in Acton Ontario. (Staying Alive Fitness). I have been a personal trainer there for 21 years.
A few things I enjoy doing when not working are hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking walking my dog and camping. I played hockey up to senior A level, competed in power lifting, ultra running (80kms) and mountain biking up to 100 miles.