10/20/2026
Our heartfelt condolences to Mac Bain’s family, friends, and colleagues at FONOM and the City of North Bay. Mac’s dedication to Northern Ontario, his passion for our communities, and his larger than life personality made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed across the North.
NOMA Mourns the Passing of Mac Bain
The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) is deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Mac Bain, Executive Director of the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and North Bay City Councillor.
Mac was truly larger than life. With an unforgettable sense of humour, a heart of gold, and a smile as big as any room he walked into, Mac had a remarkable ability to make everyone around him feel welcome, valued, and appreciated.
A devoted husband, dedicated public servant, funeral director, and tireless champion for Northern Ontario, Mac gave so much of himself to the people and communities he served. His passion for the North was matched only by his kindness, generosity, and genuine love for people.
For those of us at NOMA who had the privilege of working alongside Mac, he was more than a colleague and partner in advocacy. He was a friend. Whether advocating for our northern communities, sharing a laugh at a conference, or simply catching up, Mac brought warmth, humour, and friendship to everything he did.
Our hearts are heavy as we extend our deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Deb, and his entire family, his colleagues on North Bay City Council, his FONOM family, and the countless friends and colleagues whose lives he touched.
If you ever had the opportunity to meet Mac, you knew just how special he was. Northern Ontario has lost an extraordinary advocate, and we have lost a truly wonderful friend.
Rest easy, Mac. Thank you for the laughter, the friendship, and everything you gave to Northern Ontario. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
- On behalf of the NOMA Board of Directors and our member municipalities.
