Curt Benson appointed Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Burlington effective Aug. 2, 2025

Burlington, ON – July 15, 2025 - Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and Burlington City Council are pleased to announce Curt Benson’s appointment as the City of Burlington’s Chief Administrative Officer, effective Aug. 2, 2025, through the current term of Council.

Curt brings over two decades of public sector experience and a career grounded in strategic planning, intergovernmental relations, and results-driven leadership. Since joining the City of Burlington in August 2024 as Commissioner of Development and Growth Management, he has demonstrated a deep understanding of the City’s priorities, opportunities, and challenges, and has quickly built trust across Council, staff, and the community.

Curt’s career has been shaped by leadership roles that required balancing rapid population growth with environmental stewardship, infrastructure planning with fiscal responsibility, and economic development with community well-being. His ability to lead through complexity, bring people together, and deliver meaningful outcomes makes him well-positioned to guide Burlington into its next phase of growth and innovation. He is widely respected for his steady approach, collaborative leadership style, and strong commitment to public service.

Curt is a Registered Professional Planner and holds a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo. Prior to joining the City of Burlington, he held senior leadership roles at Halton Region and Niagara Region, leading high-impact initiatives related to servicing allocation, climate change response, and planning reform.

The City extends its sincere thanks to Hassaan Basit for his leadership and contributions. During his time as Burlington’s Chief Administrative Officer, Hassaan helped shape a culture of performance, innovation, and public trust, and leaves a strong foundation for the future.

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Mayor Marianne Meed Ward

"Please join Council and me in welcoming Curt Benson as Burlington’s new Chief Administrative Officer. His appointment ensures a smooth transition and continuity in delivering the services our community depends on. With years of experience at Halton Region and most recently as a key member of the City’s senior leadership team, Curt brings deep knowledge of our city and its needs. He leads with thoughtfulness and innovation, always putting people first. Known for his collaborative, solutions-focused approach, Curt has earned the respect of colleagues and has proven his ability to work effectively across departments, with Council, and with external partners to move our city forward."

Curt Benson, Incoming Chief Administrative Officer
“Burlington is a city that leads with integrity, delivers with purpose, and puts people at the centre of everything it does. That’s what drew me here — and it’s what makes stepping into this role so meaningful. I’m looking forward to working with Council and staff to keep that momentum going, to strengthen trust through action, and to ensure our services continue to meet the high standard our community expects and deserves.”

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Media contact:
City of Burlington Communications
communications@burlington.ca