Dorothy Mary Pickup
Dorothy Mary Pickup (died 18 March 1968) was a civic leader and the first woman elected to Fort William's city council.
Early life
Pickup trained at the Toronto Conservatory of Music and worked as a piano teacher.
Civic career
In 1951, Pickup was elected to Fort William city council, becoming the first woman ever to serve as an alderwoman for that city. She received 3,765 votes, the highest count among the three newly elected aldermen that year. She served for eight years (1951–1958) with perfect attendance and at times served as acting mayor.
During her tenure she was President of the Women's Canadian Club, the West Algoma Council of Women, and the Superior Presbyterial of the United Church of Canada. She also participated on the committee that prepared Fort William for the royal visit of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
Death
Pickup died on 18 March 1968.
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Elected as Fort William's first-ever alderwoman in 1951, receiving 3,765 votes—the most among three newly elected aldermen. Educated at Toronto Conservatory of Music, served as piano teacher. President of Women's Canadian Club, West Algoma Council of Women, and Superior Presbyterial of the United Church. During her eight-year council tenure (1951-1958), maintained perfect attendance and served as acting mayor. Participated in committee preparing Fort William for royal visit from Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip.