Burlington CAO Hassaan Basit steps down to take provincial role

Burlington - Statement from the Mayor on the Departure of the CAO

It is with mixed emotions that we share that our Chief Administrative Officer, Hassaan Basit, will be taking a significant new role with the Province of Ontario effective August 4, 2025.Hassaan. . .

Basit departure a big blow to Burlington’s efforts to get its house in order

Despite his announced departure from the City Manager’s job at Burlington after only 13 months, no one could accuse Hassaan Basit of flitting from job to job. He came to Burlington last May after a solid 20-year career with Conservation Halton that saw him rising progressively though the ranks to ultimately head the organization. He was highly regarded by his board and his peers for his management and leadership skills. His move to Burlington wa…

Burlington CAO Hassaan Basit steps down to take provincial role

Basit will start his new role on Aug. 4