Board of Directors

Behind Every Service We Provide

...is a group of passionate community leaders who guide our vision and help us stay rooted in the needs of Atikokan. Our dedicated and diverse volunteer Board of Directors brings together experience, insight, and a deep commitment to ensuring that every decision is made with patients, families, and future generations in mind.

Previously in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Alberta, I was a dispatch manager and an advanced care paramedic before retirement, when I moved to the Atikokan area. In this role, I am able to continue to contribute ideas around improved health access and outcomes. Originally from British Columbia, I completed my bachelor’s degree at the University of Waterloo and my master’s degree at Royal Roads University in Victoria.

I’m creative and enjoy art in many forms and often feature the animals and landscape of Northwestern Ontario in my drawing and painting.

I’ve been dedicated to the health care industry for more than 20 years working with FIREFLY — a non-profit organization supporting children, youth, and families across Northwestern Ontario. I’m currently manager of complex applications, directing the complex special needs and respite programs portfolios helping children and their families across the Kenora and Rainy River Districts. I’ve been on the leadership team since 2013 after starting as a case manager.

Having lived most of my life in Atikokan, I am active in the community as a member of the Atikokan OPP Detachment Board and the Rainy River District School Board’s Special Education Advisory Committee. I graduated from Lakehead University with an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology degree and enjoy fishing, camping, gardening, crafting and learning new things.

As a career economic developer, I served for more than a decade in Ontario-based community futures development corporations—from positions ranging from intern to general manager—before joining Economic Development for Destination Northern Ontario (DNO). Currently the senior coordinator of investment attraction and economic development for the DNO, I have also proudly served as a municipal councillor for the Town of Atikokan since 2022.

I was most recently awarded the Economic Developers Council of Ontario’s (EDCO) President’s Award for contributions to the industry in 2024 as a longtime board member and past president and was named one of Development Counsellors International’s Top 40 Under 40 global economic developers. In 2025, I was elected Chair of the Atikokan Economic Development Corporation after previously being elected to serve on the boards of directors for both the Economic Developers Association of Canada and Community Futures Ontario. I’m a longtime resident of Atikokan, where I proudly watch my three kids grow up way too quickly.

I worked for many years as an administrator at both the public elementary school and high school in Atikokan before becoming superintendent of education with the Rainy River District School Board. Throughout my career, my efforts have been focused on student success and advocating for our most vulnerable. I bring this same passion and purpose to my role as a director on the Atikokan Health & Community Services board.

Like many of us, I’m active in other areas of the community as well and am also a member of the Atikokan Centennial Museum board.

I joined the Atikokan Health and Community Services board in October 2023 with a desire to give back to the community that has provided me with a variety of work and life opportunities by supporting access and quality healthcare close to home. Atikokan has been home for 48 years since moving here from Winnipeg. I’m a retired educator with a Bachelor of Education (Elementary), a Master of Education in Curriculum and additional qualifications in Primary Education and Special Education.

I’ve been a teacher, a special education coordinator, principal, and assistant to the director of education with the Rainy River District School Board. I also served as a student achievement officer with the Ontario Ministry of Education.

I have proudly called Atikokan home for more than 50 years. I am currently a preservation worker with Northwestern Ontario Métis Child and Family Services and am a registered social service worker. With more than 35 years of experience in the social services field, I have dedicated my career to supporting families and communities across Northwestern Ontario. Prior to my current role, I have shared my compassion and skills with a variety of organizations, including Community Living, Meno Ya Win Hospital, Riverside Health Care, Tikinagan Child and Family Services, and the Métis Nation of Ontario.

In As a proud Métis artist, I find joy in sharing my culture and creativity by donating my paintings to the community. I joined the Atikokan Health and Community Services board to continue giving back to the community I deeply value—one known for its resilience, warmth, and strong sense of togetherness. I take pride in being part of Atikokan’s ongoing growth and spirit.

I was born and raised in Fort Frances and attended Lakehead University — graduating from the Library Technology Program. During my 51 professional years in Atikokan, I worked 37 for the Public School Board, and held a part-time position with the District Services Board as on-site property supervisor, Native Housing, for 20. I’ve served on many boards as an elected official and volunteer, including the Separate School Board, Police Services Boards, Atikokan Native Friendship Centre, Atikokan Adult Literacy, Atikokan General Hospital and Atikokan Daycare.

I currently serve both the Atikokan Library and Atikokan Economic Development Corporation boards. At the time of my retirement from Atikokan Municipal Council, my 18 years served stood as the record for Women Councillors in Atikokan. On a personal level, I very much appreciate what AHCS does for our community and would like to give back. I am grateful for the friendliness and fortitude of Atikokanites today as much as I appreciated those traits when I was a newcomer to this community.

Atikokan Health and Community Services is committed to accommodating the needs of our patients, clients, residents, visitors and staff members through accessible care and an environment of inclusivity.

We understand that delivering the highest quality of care possible is incumbent on ensuring our policies and procedures are consistent with principles of dignity, independence, integration, and equality. We believe in integrating the provision of services to persons with disabilities whenever possible, or exploring alternate measures when necessary, and giving equal opportunities to people with disabilities. 

AHCS is continually working to make all of our spaces more accessible to create a barrier-free and fully accessible facility. Our multi-year Accessibility Planning has helped us identify, remove and prevent barriers to individuals with disabilities who live, work in or use our hospital and community sites, including clients and their family members, staff members, health care practitioners, volunteers, residents of and visitors to our community.

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Emergency Department

The Emergency Department entry is typically locked and visitors must lift the phone handset at the entrance, where a nurse will respond and assist with entry. If the door is already open, please check in at the registration desk before proceeding to visit a patient.

While you’re here, we care for you, too. You can access refreshments in multiple locations:

• A coffee maker and water dispenser are located in the acute care patient kitchen
• The long-term care wing also has a water dispenser
  

A nurse will be happy to help you find what you need. 

Please Note: Temporary Restrictions May Apply

To keep our patients, residents, staff, and community safe, visiting hours or access may change during times of increased risk—such as respiratory illness outbreaks or other health emergencies.

We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we encourage you to call ahead or check our website or social media channels for the most up-to-date visitor information before arriving.

Emergency Department

The Emergency Department entry is typically locked and visitors must lift the phone handset at the entrance, where a nurse will respond and assist with entry. If the door is already open, please check in at the registration desk before proceeding to visit a patient.

While you’re here, we care for you, too. You can access refreshments in multiple locations:

• A coffee maker and water dispenser are located in the acute care patient kitchen
• The long-term care wing also has a water dispenser
  

A nurse will be happy to help you find what you need. 

Please Note: Temporary Restrictions May Apply

To keep our patients, residents, staff, and community safe, visiting hours or access may change during times of increased risk—such as respiratory illness outbreaks or other health emergencies.

We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we encourage you to call ahead or check our website or social media channels for the most up-to-date visitor information before arriving.

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