The business has prospered and they have expanded the season and upgraded facilities. Norm's involvement with politics began in 1975, when he started the Muskoka Young P.C. organization. The young P.C.s were enthusiastic campaigners and organized political events and meetings. Norm is a commercial pilot, loves flying and has flown since 1973. He is planning on using his small seaplane to visit constituents in the huge Parry Sound-Muskoka riding.
Norm loves nature and the outdoors and enjoys cross-country skiing, hiking, scuba diving and golf.
Norm is a past President of Muskoka Tourism, past Director and Treasurer of Resorts Ontario and is a strong advocate for economic growth and tourism in the Parry Sound-Muskoka area. He is also actively involved with minor hockey, as a coach and trainer. Norm is very proud of his four children - Abigale, Renee, Stuart and Winston, who are busy with school, sports, music and Scouts. They all work around the lodge, when not in school.