Meet Phil

Phil Chisholm was born in Goose Bay, NL, and raised across Canada. Halifax is home. His mother is French Canadian from Montreal, and his father was a proud Cape Bretoner. Phil studied Mechanical Engineering at McGill and built a career solving complex business and manufacturing challenges across North America, Europe, and Asia, including years working in the U.S.

As the founder of Filzer Enterprises and FilzerTech, he created over 250 products, earned 10+ patents, and led international business ventures. His steady leadership and problem-solving skills have been tested in high-pressure situations, including managing operations in a $200 million company in the U.S.

Phil is a builder – not a career politician. When his children’s school needed safer pathways, he organized parents, pushed officials, and got real change done. He believes in action, accountability, and smart solutions.

Halifax needs leaders who can deliver results from day one. With global experience and a track record of practical leadership, Phil is ready to bring real solutions to public service.

With the world changing rapidly, Halifax deserves a leader who understands trade, economic growth, and diplomacy – someone who can help navigate Canada’s path forward while ensuring Halifax thrives.

Let’s build the future Halifax deserves – together.