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Annual Meeting of Members 

Community Living York South's 70th Annual Meeting of Members will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:30 pm in-person at 101 Edward Ave, Richmond Hill, ON, L4C 5E5. A "Lite Bite" will be served at 6:00PM.

The meeting will feature the following agenda items: 

  1. Approval of the 2024 Draft Agenda

  2. Approval of the 2023 Annual Meeting Draft Minutes

  3. Approval of the 2023/2024 audited financial statements

  4. Appointment of the financial auditor for 2024/2025

  5. Election of the 2024/2025 Board of Directors 

    • Carmela Campanella-Borraccia
      Carmela has been in the field of developmental services, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder, for 20 years. She has supported and worked with children, youth and adults with complex needs in achieving skill building and employment goals.  She has consulted to group homes, and has collaborated with families, teachers and professionals in the development and of support plans for individuals with changing needs.  She has developed clinical trainings and presentations for a variety of partnerships and conferences.      She graduated with a Bachelors degree in Psychology from York University, a Masters degree in Psychology (specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis) from the University of Nevada, became a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in 2007 and a Registered Behaviour Analyst in 2024. She also has a background as a Certified Pharmaceutical Technician. 
    • Surjit Sachdev
      Surjit Sachdev is the President of Anand Vihar – The Centre for Dignified Living, a charity dedicated to assisting and supporting the construction and operation of Affordable Housing for vulnerable populations of Persons with Disabilities, their Caregivers and Seniors. Surjit believes in the principle of all living in a community to be fruitfully engaged and leading a safe and a healthy lifestyle.      He is a professional engineer (retd.) who has worked in the Steel and in Mining/oil industries for several years across Canada and returned to Markham, Ontario, after his only child, a son was diagnosed with an intellectual disability. His son, Kapil, has been attending a day program at Community Living York South since 2006.Surjit holds an M.Eng. in Industrial Engineering from Univ. of Toronto, and a B.Sc. in Production Engineering from Punjab University in India. He served for two years as a member of the Finance Committee of Community Living York South in the past. At present, he works part-time as an insurance broker.
    • John Westerhoek
      John brings a wealth of experience from his career in the construction and automotive industries. Over the years, he has honed his skills in sales, project management and leadership. With a personal connection to Community Living York South, as he has a beloved brother with Down syndrome, John is deeply committed to supporting individuals with different abilities. His dedication to community service and fostering inclusivity drives his work. Excited to make a positive impact, John blends professional expertise with heartfelt commitment to enhance the lives of all those Community Living serves.
    • Mary Kovacs
      Mary is a highly respected Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) and Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) with over 25 years of dedicated service in the HR field. Known for her role as a trusted advisor and business partner, Mary's career is marked by her commitment to fostering healthy, positive work environments and enhancing organizational effectiveness. She adeptly balances strategic planning with compassionate employee relations, demonstrating exceptional skill and empathy.      Mary's credentials include a BA in Political Science from York University and a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Seneca College. Her extensive career, primarily within the public sector, includes significant roles at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Cabinet Office, Ministry of Government Services, and Elections Ontario. Additionally, Mary has valuable experience with regulatory bodies, such as the Law Society of Upper Canada, and holds a Certificate in Diversity & Human Rights Compliance from York University. Mary currently works as a Senior Human Resources Consultant with City of Toronto Administrative, Professional, Supervisory Association (COTAPSA). COTAPSA is an organization representing all non-union employees working for the City of Toronto providing support for all work related issues and advocates for fair terms of employment for all non-union employees of the City. Beyond her professional achievements, Mary is a passionate advocate for survivors of domestic violence. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Fill a Purse for a Sister Campaign, a charitable organization dedicated to bringing comfort, hope, and dignity to women and youth in crisis by providing purses and backpacks filled with personal necessities. These purses are donated to domestic violence shelters, women's shelters, rape crisis centers, and social services that support women.Mary's career is a testament to her dedication to the human side of work and her unwavering commitment to creating supportive and effective workplace environments. Her contributions to the field of HR and her advocacy work have made a significant impact on both her professional community and the lives of those in need.
    • Tahir Shafiq
      Tahir Shafiq is a Senior Business Executive/Management Consultant and professional engineer with over 25 years of experience. He holds an MBA and a robust global business development background with multinational defence and technology companies including L3 Harris, Raytheon Technologies and Trimble Inc. He has 15 years of expertise in governance. He is also a Fellow of Engineers Canada.      Tahir has been deeply engaged, as a member of the Board of Directors, in community service contributing to organizations such as the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities, Fighting Blindness Canada, Wexford Residence, National Kidney Foundation, Hospice of Richmond Hill and Aurora, Arthritis Society of Canada, Canadian Mental Health Association of York & South Simcoe and York South Community Living (in past). His volunteer efforts have earned him numerous accolades. Tahir has been a pivotal member of the York Region Children’s Aid Society (CAS) Board for nine years. His roles have included Chair, Vice-Chair & Treasurer of the Board, and Chair of the People Management Taskforce. His financial management and governance expertise were instrumental during the Agency’s transition from a hybrid to a full governance model Board, leadership challenges and hiring a new CEO, eliminating the Agency’s budget deficit and directing resources toward staff training & technological integration, the establishment of the IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism) Committee and the implementation of comprehensive diversity and anti-racism training for the Board members and staff.
    • Raymond Ang
      Raymond Ang has worked on the design, development, and implementation of many technology products in health care and social services since he was a student. He also works on process and methodology changes to increase the effectiveness and capacities of teams. The combination of building the right products and changing work methodologies has allowed many of his teams to achieve excellent results and receive various awards.

  6. Introduction of the 2024/2025 Board of Directors 

  7. Guest Speaker: TBD

To vote by proxy please complete the Annual Meeting of Members Proxy Form.

Please Note: Photos and videos of the 70th Annual Meeting of Members will be taken on site.

REGISTRATION

Please register for the Annual Meeting of Members by clicking HERE. Registration closes September 12th, 2024.