Grace Ann Biggs Remus
Grace Ann Biggs Remus (15 May 1911 – 25 January 1977 (aged 65)) was a Canadian nurse and civic politician who served on Fort William and Thunder Bay city councils.
Early life
Remus was born on 15 May 1911 in Pembroke, Ontario, the daughter of George D. Biggs, a former mayor of Pembroke. She graduated as a nurse from Pembroke Cottage Hospital and moved to Fort William in 1942 with her husband and two sons.
Career
In Fort William, Remus joined health-related community organisations including the Thunder Bay District Health Board. She expanded the McKellar Hospital Ladies Auxiliary's services across the region, growing its nursing residence and increasing hospital bed capacity.
She served on Fort William City Council from 1968 to 1969 and on Thunder Bay City Council from 1970 to 1976, advocating for health, housing, welfare, and industry. She supported the Chippewa Zoo and championed swimming programme implementation. She also served as Water Safety Committee Chairman for the Thunder Bay Red Cross.
Death
Remus died on 25 January 1977.
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Father George D. Biggs previously served as mayor of Pembroke. Graduated as nurse from Pembroke Cottage Hospital. Moved to Fort William in 1942 with husband and two sons. Joined health-related community organizations including Thunder Bay District Health Board. Expanded McKellar Hospital Ladies Auxiliary services across region, grew nursing residence, increased hospital beds. Served on Fort William City Council 1968-1969 and Thunder Bay City Council 1970-1976. Advocated for health, housing, welfare, and industry issues. Supported Chippewa Zoo and swimming program implementation. Served as Water Safety Committee Chairman for Thunder Bay Red Cross. Paved way for more women in male-dominated political profession.