Born in Carmanville, Ron has lived in St. John's since the 1980s. Together with his wife Paula, he has four children and two grandchildren. He studied business administration at Keyin College before beginning a career as an entrepreneur and real estate agent. Beyond his professional career, he spends much of his time working with many community groups and organizations to advance causes that are dear to his heart.

Council Roles, Boards and Committees

Deputy Mayor Ellsworth is Council lead for Finance and serves on the following groups:

• Audit Standing Committee
• Eastern Regional Service Board
• Regional Fire Services Committee
• Regional Water Committee
• Regional Wastewater Committee
• St. John's Sports and Entertainment
• Vice-Chair, St. John's Transportation Commission