Isabel resides in Armour Township (East Parry Sound) with her husband of 41 years. They have two adult children and two grandchildren. She has been a resident, homeowner, and taxpayer in the riding since 1988.

Originally from Portugal, Isabel immigrated to Canada in 1967 and was raised in Toronto. She is a graduate of Ryerson University and has over 35 years of experience in the healthcare sector. With a Bachelor of Health Administration, she was a certified Privacy Professional and a certified Health Information Management Professional.

After retiring in 2018, Isabel planned to spend several months each year in Europe, but her plans were impacted by COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Consequently, she has become more involved in her local community and politics.

Isabel's love for her country is rooted in understanding the hardships her parents faced growing up under a dictatorship. She believes strongly in reclaiming what is being gradually eroded and in fighting to preserve the remaining freedoms for the sake of future generations.

An advocate for defending human rights and fundamental freedoms, Isabel stands for the values outlined in the Canadian Bill of Rights, and is committed to upholding the Constitution and Charter of Rights and Freedoms.