About Me
I have lived in the Durham Region for most of my life. I am a proud graduate of Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School. My three daughters are students/graduates of Durham Catholic schools and my family and I are parishioners at St. Mary of the People Parish. In addition to running a property management business, I have served as the trustee for Oshawa for the last 8 years, and as Vice-Chair and Chair of the Board for 5 of those 8 years. I am currently the Chair of the Board and have held roles on our Special
Education Advisory Committee, Student Senate, Discipline, Finance and Audit
Committees.
Why Vote For Morgan Ste. Marie
Transparency
As an elected representative, I am committed to transparency in decision-making. I will ask thoughtful questions, examine the available data, and ensure decisions are consistent with established policies and procedures. Through an open, accountable, and data-informed approach, I will work to build trust and support outcomes that serve the best interests of students, families, and the community.
Through the founding of Canada, Catholic education has been an important element of our history. In my role as an elected Catholic Trustee, I want to continue to promote Catholic values and promote resources that aid in the faith formation of our students. Let's continue to build-up this education system so that our graduates are faith-filled and responsible citizens.
Faith
Faith
Advocacy
As an elected representative, I serve as a voice for parents, families, and Catholic ratepayers. I am committed to listening to concerns, representing diverse perspectives, and helping constituents navigate board processes when challenges arise. When individual concerns reflect broader systemic issues, I will work to elevate those matters appropriately and advocate for solutions that support the interests of students, families, and the wider community.
Student Achievement
The top priority in the list of Trustee responsibilities is to promote student achievement. This means directing resources to students, taking steps to improve outcomes for all students, and focusing on graduating resilient, adaptable and competent students.
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Serving in the role since 2018
Trustee Experience 2018-2026
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- Chair of The Board
- Chair of Finance Commitee
- Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association (OCSTA), Board of Directors
- Chair of the OCSTA Budget and Human Resources Committee
- Knights of Columbus, St. Mary of the People Parish, Executive Member
- Durham Catholic Children's Foundation, Director
Why do we need elected Trustees?
Please read this short article I wrote for The Catholic Register earlier in 2026:
https://www.catholicregister.org/item/3836-without-trustees-there-s-no-accountability
Can you support my campaign?
The official sod turning of the new Msgr Paul Dwyer Catholic High School, opening September 2027.
Cheering with the Wildcat at the annual hockey rivalry game between Fr. Leo J Austin CSS and All Saints CSS, April 2026.
Celebrating Aaron and Ajoy Paul, graduates of All Saints CSS and recipients of the Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association Student Trustee Alumni Award, May 2025.
Meeting with Ajax MPP Rob Cerjanec to promote publicly funded Catholic education along with Bishop Brehl and OECTA President Rene Jansen in de Wal, Nov. 2025.
Remembrance Day 2025, Memorial Park Oshawa. Closest to the camera is Major Sean Murray of the Ontario Regiment, and teacher at Arch. Denis O'Connor CSS.
A quick chat with His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo at St. Joseph the Worker, Oshawa, May 2026.
Honoured to receive the Distinguished Catholic Volunteer award from Principal Maria Clunis, May 2018.
Meeting with Durham (Oshawa-Clarington) MPP Todd McCarthy, a former Durham Catholic DSB Trustee, January 2026.