Deeply rooted in Oakville, Dr. Stacey Saunders is a trusted healthcare professional, community advocate, business owner, and leader who has spent decades serving residents and strengthening the community she calls home.
Dr. Stacey has called Oakville home for more than 38 years. Deeply rooted in Ward 2, she has built her life, career, and family in the community she continues to serve with dedication and pride. With family ties that stretch back through Oakville’s history, she brings a genuine appreciation for the town’s heritage, its people, and the values that continue to shape its future.
A dentist and occupational therapist with more than three decades of experience, Dr. Stacey has spent her professional life helping people solve problems, overcome challenges, and improve their quality of life. Throughout her career, she has earned the trust of patients and families through compassionate care, sound judgment, and a commitment to putting people first.
Her work in healthcare has equipped her with skills that are essential to effective leadership: listening carefully, understanding different perspectives, evaluating complex information, finding practical solutions, and making thoughtful decisions that serve the best interests of others. She understands that every decision has a human impact and believes that trust is earned through integrity, accountability, and action.
Beyond her professional career, Dr. Stacey has long been committed to giving back to the community she loves. Her volunteer and community involvement has included supporting the United Way, the Zonta Club of Oakville, the Parent Board at Appleby College, and physician initiatives within the University Health Network. Whether through healthcare, education, or charitable service, she has consistently dedicated her time to strengthening the organizations and people that make Oakville such a special place to call home.
An avid cyclist, marathon runner, and former dragon boat racer, Dr. Stacey embraces the values of discipline, resilience, teamwork, and perseverance. These qualities have guided her throughout her career and community service and continue to shape her approach to leadership.
Those who know Dr. Stacey describe her as approachable, thoughtful, and deeply committed to helping others. She believes the strongest communities are built through collaboration, respect, and open communication, and that leadership begins with listening.
With deep roots in Oakville, a lifetime of service to others, and a proven record of professional and community leadership, Dr. Stacey remains committed to supporting a vibrant, safe, and connected community where residents feel heard, valued, and represented.