CAREER FAIR November 14th 2013
PRESENTERS
ARMED FORCES
Sergeant Nathan Sylvester and Sergeant Stephen Drinkwater
Infantry, Armed Forces
How would you like a career in the Armed Forces? Come listen to two
sergeants who have commanded troops in Afghanistan, parachute out of planes,
and have families speak about their experiences in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Find out what really goes on during boot camp and what is really involved in the
army. If you want to have your University or College paid for by the government,
come learn more about these experiences. The TDSB offers paid army co-op when
in high school.
FILM ARTS
Chandler Levack,
Writer and Filmmaker
Chandler Levack is a writer and filmmaker in Toronto. She studied film at the
University of Toronto and received an Honours Bachelors of Arts in Cinema
Studies in 2011. She was the Editor in Chief of The Varsity Newspaper from 2007
to 2009, which is the oldest and largest student newspaper in Canada. Her
writing has appeared in SPIN, The Village Voice, Toronto Life, The National Post,
The Toronto Star, Rollingston.com, The AV Club and NOW Magazine, amongst
other publications. This year, her Maisonneuve cover story on Grimes and the
Montreal music scene was nominated for a National Magazine Award for “Best
Arts &Entertainment Writing.” She was selected as a screenwriter resident at the
Canadian Film Centre in 2012 and wrote the short film “Lunchbox Loser” in 2013.
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BUSINESS -FINANCE
Stephen Kahn, MBA, CFA
President and Founder, Condor Management Consulting
Stephen is a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) who has over 25 years of
experience in the investment industry in a variety of managerial positions working
for companies like Manulife, TAL Investment Counsel and CIBC Asset
Management. He has successfully managed a diverse series of mandates for high
net worth individuals, institutions and mutual funds. During his career, he has
managed individual portfolios that were in excess of $1 billion dollars. His
educational background includes an MBA (Master’s Business Administration) from
The Richard Ivy School of Business, a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill
University. If you are interested in the world of business, come and listen to
Stephen speak.
BUSINESS – LARGE BUSINESS OWNER
Ron O’Brien, BA (Fine Arts/Economics) York ,MBA, Dalhousie
CEO Tengo Holdings Inc.
Ron has been a professional entrepreneur since high school. He started as a
physical artist and has 6 commissioned murals in Toronto. He then focused his
creative energies in the world of business working with manufacturing,
technology and service based industries. Ron currently heads Tengo Holdings Inc.,
an investment partnership and advisory services firm. He is also directly involved
in several large land development projects in the city. As President and partner of
MPI Packaging Inc., Ron founded an award winning plastic packaging
manufacturer, specializing in custom designed PET containers. He has run an
Emmy Award-winning, live-action visual effects company for feature film and
television, working with all of the major US studios in production on films such as
Santa Clause2, I-Robot, Mike Myer’s Cat in the Hat, and Stargate. As CEO of
Datahouse Inc., Ron provided SAP software implementations to key US and
Canadian accounts like Accenture, KPMG, KapGemni, Bombardier, Domtar,
Dupont, and Hydro One. He plays hockey and is a father of 4 boys!
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BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR
Leslie Milthorpe, B.Sc(Kinesiology)
Wellness Consultant and Success Coach
A 30 year career took Leslie from the music industry to corporate recruitment,
to electronic equipment sales, to fundraising and finally back to her personal
passion of offering health and wellness solutions. A science degree in Kinesiology
from the University of Waterloo and Co-op program inspired her to always build
relationships based on discovering why people do what they do. Her experience
taught her to find solutions that create lasting success for all parties. She is an
example of knowing when to seize an opportunity and to be just ahead of the
marketing curve. You can find her LinkedIn profile at
ca.linkedincom/in/lesliemilthorpe/. For motivation and tips, follow her at
facebookcom/lesliesteam.
BUSINESS – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Michael Bury, Lawyer
Chief Persuasion Officer, the Bury Group “Marketing for Success”
From courtroom to boardroom, Michael Bury, Chief Persuasion Officer at The
Bury Group, has played a key role in providing strategic digital solutions to
corporate clients. As a former lawyer, with a graduate law degree in E-Commerce
Law from Osgoode Hall, Michael’s consulting firm advises clients on social media
management, digital content marketing, and effective web-site design. Michael’s
educational background also includes Diplomas from the University of Toronto in
New Media and Internet Technology Management as well as Internet Business
and Technology.
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BUSINESS – SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
Marcelle Lambert Peters, B.A Administrative Science, CMA
Entrepreneur
Marcelle is an entrepreneur - a small business owner. After a 16-year career in
the corporate world in the accounting field she decided to take time away to start
a family. After 10 years raising her family, Marcelle felt that she would be able to
return to her career. Unfortunately or fortunately the flexibility she needed in a
position was not forthcoming, so she decided to start her own business. She has
been providing accounting and bookkeeping expertise to clients. She completed a
Bacherlor’s degree in Administrative Science at York University and is a Certified
Management Accountant. In her spare time Marcelle enjoys Antiquing and
Interior Decorating.
BUSINESS – SMALL BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR
Michelle Rosetta, B.Sc (Social Work)
Queen BEE, Owner BEE23Natural Beauty Ltd.
Michelle has followed her passion for making healthy skincare. She owns
includes BEE 23 Natural Beauty Ltd., a natural product line for face and body
products free of preservatives and synthetic chemical additives. It puts the rock
and roll back into naturally good for you products. She has an Honours Bachelor
degree of Social Work and is a Certified Life Coach. Join Michelle in lessons
learned on what to do when things don’t go to plan (and they won’t) and how to
reframe your story to make it work for you and create an awesome marketing
strategy. Oh yes, and why love is yet the most important element to everything
you do, even in business! Make your life count!
Michelle is a long time equestrian coach and trainer, post-ski-hill bum, world
traveler.
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BUSINESS – CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT
Kim Tran
Certified General Accountants of Ontario
Are you looking to DO MORE and take control of your future? Do want to find
out which career puts you on the fast track to earning big, travel and work
internationally? Come and see me to learn how it is possible as a Certified
General Accountant.
Kim Tran is a High School Coordinator at CGA Ontario and currently holds a BA in
Economics from York University and a Career and Work Counsellor Diploma from
George Brown College. She will share with you interesting information about
what Certified General Accountants do and what it takes to become one.
COSMETICS/HAIR STYLISTS
Morgan Roy
Creative Director, Aveda Institute Toronto
Clarence Sponagle
Admissions/placement coordinator, Aveda Institute Toronto
Morgan joined the Aveda Network in 2005 as a stylist at Civello Salon and Spa. In
2006, she made the transition to educator at the Aveda Institute in Toronto. Morgan
works closely with the Canadian Artistic team on various Aveda shows and Advanced
Academy classes and hopes to continue inspiring Aveda’s future professionals.
Morgan joined the Aveda US team to work shows at the New York Fashion Week
creating looks for such designers as Rodarte, Yigal Azrouel, Jason Wu, Christian
Siriano, John Patrick and Sophie Theallet.
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COSMETICS/PHARMACEUTICAL SALES
Colleen Kelly, BA, Trent University
Pharmaceutical and aesthetics sales
Colleen has worked in the pharmaceuticals and aesthetics industry for many
years and has played an integral role in bringing Botox and Restylane fillers to
Canada. After completing a business diploma at Trent University. Colleen
specializes in pharmaceutical sales, and has brought high end aesthetic lasers to
dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons. If you are interested in this fast-paced
exciting industry, come to hear Colleen speak.
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM - VAUGHAN ROAD ACADEMY
25 STUDENT DISPLAYS
What better way to learn about Vaughan Road Academy’s amazing cooperative education program than by coming to see the placement displays and
listen to the students themselves talk about what they do on a daily basis. Hear
them talk about all the different possibilities for job placements the program can
offer you. A range of jobs from boxing to ballet including retail, hospitality, trades
and education are offered at Vaughan Road Academy this semester. They are also
the hosts of the 2013 Vaughan Road Academy Career Fair!
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CONSTRUCTION/TRADES EDUCATION
Elvy Moro, Assistant Curriculum Leader
Construction Trades Co-op Teacher
Elvy has 15 years of business experience working in a range of organizations
from large financial institutions to small family owned construction firms and his
own business franchise. For the last eleven years he has been working with the
TDSB at Northview Heights Secondary School where he was instrumental in
developing the Construction Trades Exploration Co-op Program. In the year
2000, Elvy was the recipient of the A.P. Seggie Award for the most outstanding
business student at University of Toronto, OISE, and was recently awarded the
Toronto District School Board Excellence in Teaching Award in 2010.
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Rochelle Mayers, BA(Kinesiology)
Head of Health,Physical Education &
Athletic Department, Vaughan Road Academy
Rochelle is the current Head of Health, Physical Education and Athletics
Departments at Vaughan Road Academy. Rochelle graduated with an Honours
Bachelor degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western and has been
highly involved in sport both as an educator as well as an athlete. In high school
Rochelle competed in provincial level ringette, basketball and volleyball in
addition to participating in soccer, badminton, gymnastics, track and field and
ultimate Frisbee. In addition, to coaching at Vaughan Road Academy, Rochelle
also coaches volleyball at Camp Olympia every summer and is involved in a
number of student leadership camps. Rochelle travelled to Australia for a year
where she worked as a personal trainer and hopes to return to school someday to
pursue another degree. Come to our gym to see Rochelle, hear about her
career and check out some of our Senior Boys in the 7th annual Vipers Classic
three day basketball tournament.
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CULINARY ARTS EDUCATION
Martin Aller-Stead, MA (U of A), MA (Cucina Italiana)
Chef, Educator
The Chef has a Master’s degree in Italian cuisine and has been a teaching chef
and co-op teacher at Monarch Park Collegiate for 14 years. He received his
Masters of Education at the University of Alberta, and afterward attended George
Brown’s Cucina Italiana graduate program. Martin is a decorated multi-lingual
educator who was awarded Ontario’s best high school teacher in 2007. He works
tirelessly towards breaking down barriers for all students so that they can – and
will – be successful in school. Recently, Martin returned from a busy and fun filled
summer of teaching a co-op program in Hong Kong for Ontario students.
ARCHITECTURE & ARTS EDUCATION
Christopher Nokes, B. Sc (Arch.)
Author, Architect, Educator
Jack of all trades, Christopher Nokes, is a published author, architect, and has
been a visual arts, design and International Baccalaureate teacher here at
Vaughan Road Academy for the past 14 years. Christopher received his degree in
Architecture from the University of Toronto, and worked as an architect for 20
years before beginning his career in education. Christopher is a published author
with a number of works under his belt. Earlier this year his inspirational video
exhibition, ‘I Am Standing in the Place Where I Live’ featured the work of four
Grade 9 Kenyan students showing their concept of public and private places
showed at the Design Exchange for the CONTACT Photography Festival to glowing
reviews. He has a wife and 3 sons who live in Toronto.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES - POLICE
Cindy Chung and Felix Tam
Police Officer
Cindy Chung has been a police constable for 7.5 years. She began her duties as
a uniform patrol officer for 6 years and then spent 6 months at TAVIS before
moving to the Recruiting Unit where she currently works. Her current role is to
recruit and mentor new police candidates through the process of becoming a
police constable. Come hear her speak if you are interested in becoming a future
police candidate.
Felix Tam was an officer with the Peel Regional Police Service for 20 years
before jumping ship to Toronto. Since coming to TPS in 2009, I have worked in
uniform patrol, TAVIS and now the Employment Unit as a background investigator
and a recruiter.
EMERGENCY SERVICES - PARAMEDICS
Joel D’Eath and Nick Jackson
Paramedics
Joel D'Eath is an Advanced Care Paramedic and Acting District Superintendent
working in the Region of Peel. After attending Vaughn Road Academy, Joel briefly
flirted with the idea of studying computer science before coming to his senses to
attend Humber College's Primary Care Paramedic program, graduating in 2001. In
2004 Joel returned to Humber College to train as an Advanced Care Paramedic
and he hasn't looked back.
Nick Jackson is an Advanced Care Paramedic working land ambulance in the
Region of Peel and District of Muskoka. Following his undergraduate education
at Athabasca University (BSc. Human Sciences and Physiology) Nick attended the
Primary Care Paramedic Program at CTS Canadian Career College. In 2012 Nick
certified as an Advanced Care Paramedic after successfully completing the
Advanced Care Paramedic program at Georgian College.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES - FIREFIGHTER
Captain Paul Fortuna
Firefighter
Captain Paul is a member of the Toronto Fire Services in the fire prevention
and public education division. He has spent countless hours presenting to
students about careers in fire services and how to keep safe from a fire and
during a fire. Having worked for the City of Toronto for 24 years he has lots of
great stories to tell. Paul first started working as a Civil Engineer in the City of
York and has worked as an Auxiliary Police officer. He has three boys and a wife
how is a teacher with the TDSB. He has a passion for excellence and safety.
ENERGY/SUSTAINABLE RESOURCES
Samantha MacHardy
Energy Analyst, LEED AP BD +C, Provident Energy Management
Samantha MacHardy works as an Energy Analyst with Provident Energy
Management. As an energy analyst, she works to help architects and developers
reduce energy use in new construction and encourage sustainable building
practices. Samantha graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelors of
Architectural Science with a specialization in Building Sciences.
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DANCE FITNESS
Popi Spyridis
Zumba and Fitness Instructor, Ballroom and Latin Dancer and Entrepreneur
Popi Spyridis is a Zumba instructor, a certified CanFitPro Fitness Instructor
Specialist (FIS) and a Ballroom and Latin dance instructor. She also works full-time
as an Executive assistant at PWC (Price Waterhouse Coopers). After graduating
from York University with a BA in Mass Communications and Political Science,
Popi decided to pursue her true passion, dance, and moved to London, England
where she was trained by some of the best coaches in the world and competed in
world dance competitions, representing Greece, South Africa and England in
national and international championships including ‘Blackpool’, the most
prestigious dance competition in the world. After nine years in England, Popi
returned to Toronto where she now runs her own part time dance company:
DanceClassToronto.com, teaching Zumba and Ballroom and Latin Dance. Popi
believes finding and following our passion is key to true success and anything is
possible if you believe in yourself and are open to possibilities.
SPORTS FITNESS
Max Taylor, BA St. Lawrence University, New York
Professional Hockey Player/Land Developer
Max Taylor has fulfilled the childhood dream of many Canadian boys by playing
hockey professionally. Max started playing hockey at the age of 6 and went on to
play minor league hockey at various levels, for several years. Although Max rarely
played at the highest level for his age group, he worked hard to follow his passion
and in 2003, he was recruited for the NCAA to play for St. Lawrence University in
upstate New York on a full scholarship. Following his graduation in 2007, Max
began his professional hockey career with the Texas Wildcatters and eventually
played for the Toronto Marlies from 2007 to 2009 and trained with the Toronto
Maple Leafs. After suffering a career ending concussion in 2009, Max transitioned
his first passion for professional sports into a successful career in land
development and real estate. He still enjoys playing elite recreation hockey and is
a regular speaker at Roman school of Business and St. Michael’s Hospital.
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KINESIOLOGIST - MASSAGE - YOGA FITNESS
Simone Yolanda Reid,
Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner, Kinesiologist and Yoga Teacher
Simone Yolanda Reid is a Kinesiologist and fitness consultant actively involved
in rehabilitation, coaching and counselling since 1996. Simone puts a high
emphasis on education and influencing her clients to work smart at recovering
from an injury or just getting and staying healthier. She also works with
physiotherapists, chiropractors and other professionals to complement her
services and assist clients in achieving their desired outcome. The reward for
Simone comes out of being a vehicle for change. When you’re involved in
preventative health and rehabilitation your opportunities to engage in the
community are abundant.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Cheryl Rowsell
Health and Safety Coordinator
Want to work in construction? Need to know something about Health and
Safety? Cheryl has worked in Health and Safety for over 10 years. Cheryl started
at Tridel/Deltera in the Customer Care department and moved up the ranks to
Assistant Superintendent which required her to inspect construction sites. She is
currently working as a Construction Health and Safety coordinator. Previous to
working at Tridel/Deltera she worked as a Special Constable with Toronto
Community housing Corporation. Her law enforcement background has given her
some of the tools to enforce her company safety policies and construction
regulations.
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INSURANCE
Claudia Nembhard
Director of Audits, Global Quality Assurance Group
Want to learn about the largest employer in Canada in one of the most stable
industrys? Come and listen to Claudia. She has over 16 years of experience
working in the insurance industry and has obtained degrees from Centennial
College and the Insurance Institute of Ontario. She has worked for many high
profile insurance companies including ING Insurance Co., Zurich Insurance Co.,
and AIG where she hold her current position. Claudia has been a very proactive
leader in her field, specializing in ‘claims’ and has been active in broker and
customer focuses. Skills that Claudia counts as most important for being
successful when working in the insurance industry include: Strong
communications skills, a solid knowledge of computer programs and strong
analytical and negotiation skills and. If you are a self- motivated worker interested
in learning about the fast-paced world of insurance, please come and hear Claudia
speak.
MEDICINE - PHYSICIAN
Tanya Stone, M.D, University of Toronto
Family Physician
I am a family doctor that practices in Toronto. I am a recent graduate and have
lots of information, insight, and advice to share. If you think you might be
interested in becoming a doctor, I look forward to seeing you on career day and
telling you about my journey, the field, and what life is really like as a doctor.
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MEDICINE – CHIROPRACTOR
Dr. Adrian Cohen, BA(Kinesiology),DC, CSCS, D.Ac,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Adrian Cohen is an experienced chiropractor who has worked with a range of
patients from high performance athletes (NHL, MLB, NBA, and Canadian National
Squash, University of Virginia Track and Field team) to patients simply in need of
high quality chiropractic care. With Dr. Cohen’s extensive knowledge of
biomechanics and sports injuries, paired with a personal training and strength
and conditioning specialist background (CSCS), his practice treats patients
with neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunction. Dr. Cohen graduated from the
University of Western Ontario with an Honors B.A. in Kinesiology and
subsequently completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian
Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario. He is an active member with
the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO), Ontario Chiropractic Association
(OCA), Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), Canadian Contemporary
Acupuncture Association (CCAA), and the International Association of
Chiropractors. Due to his achievements and leadership in his field, Dr. Cohen was
selected to be featured in the 2013 edition of Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare by
the International Association of Chiropractors. He also has a special interest in
clinical nutrition and has successfully helped people lose weight and gain lean
muscle mass.
HEALTH CARE – PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Morgan Opong, RN, BScN
Public Health Nurse
Morgan Opong, BScN, RN, has a Degree in Nursing from York University. I have
been practising nursing for the past 4yrs with Toronto Public Health (TPH). I
have worked in several programs in TPH for the past 4yrs. I currently work on the
"School Age Health Promotion and Youth Team". In this capacity, I work with
schools to address health issues they have identified and assist them to build
capacity in their community.
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HEALTH CARE - DIETICIAN
Natalie Kwan, MSc., RD.
Toronto Public Health
Natalie is a Public Health Dietitian working at Toronto Public Health. In her
role, she works with schools, workplaces and communities to develop strategies
and programs that help the public learn about, and access healthy, nutritious
foods. Previously, she worked in nutrition research with patients looking to
change their eating habits. Natalie has an Honours Bachelor in Science
(Nutritional Sciences) and a Master in Science (Nutrition and Dietetics). Natalie is
a registered member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and registered with
the Commission on Dietetic Registration in the United States.
NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
Gita Jaffe, P.hD (Human Rights), Clemson University , South Carolina
Consultant/Executive Director
Gita Jaffe is a child-welfare specialist, and the founder of Africa's ChildrenAfrica's Future (AC-AF). Her dedication to community development began in
1995. Since then, Gita has worked on four continents specializing in; refugee
issues, sport and development, and the AIDS epidemic. She earned her PhD from
Clemson University, where she focused on children’s rights, health, and education
policy. Gita is very passionate about her work and has many great stories to tell.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Andrea Willerding,
Assistant Project Manager, Tridel/Deltera Inc
Andrea Willerding is the current Assistant Project Manager at Tridel/ Deltera
Inc. After finishing high school Andrea completed a degree in Architectural
Science from the University of Ryerson. She initially started working at Tridel as
a Site Clerk where she managed trade work for 5 years. She later requested a
move into the Project Management team where she handles aspects of
development, planning, contracts, scheduling and budgeting for on- going
construction projects. She has held this position for five years.
IT/ENGINEERING
Mirjana Djuric, M.Sc Engineering
System Developer Engineer
Mirjana has worked in a number of positions involving Information Technology
(IT) and Engineering over the last 10 years. After obtaining a Master’s degree in
Electrical Engineering from the University of Belgrade in Serbia, Mirjana went on
to build a very progressive career in Information Technology. Some of the
positions she has held as a free-lance engineer include: developer, system
designer, system architect and manager. She has worked for many high profile
organizations including the Bank of Montreal, OAO Technology Solutions and
Sears, Toronto Hydro, Health Canada and the Ontario Power Authority and is
currently working as a project manager.
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POLITICS
Carolyn Bennett, M.D
MPP St. Paul’s Riding Toronto
A self-described “accidental tourist” in politics, The Hon. Dr. Carolyn Bennett,
M.D., M.P. helped lead the charge in the fight to save Women's College Hospital,
as a doctor, without really knowing that was 'politics'. Carolyn was first elected to
the House of Commons in Ottawa in the 1997 general election representing the
electoral district of St. Paul’s in Toronto. As a member of Prime Minster Paul
Martin’s cabinet, Carolyn served as the first ever Minister of State for Public
Health. During her tenure she established the Public Health Agency of Canada as
well as the Public Health Network. While in opposition, Carolyn served as Health
Critic and the critic for Democratic Renewal. She is currently the Liberal critic for
Aboriginal Affairs and the Chair of Liberal Women’s Caucus. She and her husband,
Canadian film producer Peter O’Brian, have two sons and a chocolate lab named
Marley.
POLITICS
Anthony Schein, MA (Politics and Communications)
Executive Assistant of Councillor Joe Mihevc
Anthony Schein attended the Interac program at Vaughan Road Academy from
1997-1999. While a student at Vaughan, Anthony first became politically active
during strikes by both teachers and support staff and during the public debate
over education reforms. Anthony has studied politics and communications as an
undergraduate and graduate student. Through a field placement program while
studying at York University, Anthony interned for Toronto City Councillor Joe
Mihevc in 2008 which eventually lead to full-time work. Over the past five years,
Anthony has worked in communications, labour relations, and politics. He has
managed two election campaigns at the municipal and provincial level, and
worked on numerous other issues and election campaigns both locally and
nationally. He recently returned to Toronto City Hall, as a Councillor Mihevc’s
Executive Assistant.”
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SUPPORT SERVICES – CHILD/YOUTH CARE WORKERS
Shereen Callender and Kirsti Conway
Child and Youth Care Workers
Shereen Callender is a Child and Youth worker who studied at George Brown
College and Ryerson University. With her passion for trouble and hard to serve
youth Shereen has won many awards in making a change in young people’s lives.
Currently working for Toronto District School Board and Peel Children’s aid she
still finds time to volunteer at a local youth center to help change her community.
“There are no bad children just bad choices” is a quote Shereen lives by to help
serve our youth.
Kristi Conway is a Child and Youth Counsellor with over 15 years’ experience
working with youth from diverse communities. She is a graduate of the George
Brown College’s Child and Youth Worker program and has a Bachelor of Arts in
Child and Youth Care with Honours from Ryerson University. Her career began in
children’s mental health treatment centres and has ranged from youth justice to
education. Currently she is supporting youth mental health within a school
setting at Vaughan Road academy. Kristi also runs a psycho-educational support
group called “Girls Talk” for all female students at Vaughan Road.
SUPPORT SERVICES - SOCIAL WORKER
Ligia Faria, BA, MA (Social Work) University of Toronto
Social Worker
Ligia Faria is a licensed social worker with a Bachelor of Arts and a Master’s of
Social Work degree from the University of Toronto. Ligia initially worked in the
Child welfare setting for 3 years before being hired with the Toronto District
School Board in 1984. She covers 6 schools and is part of a multidisciplinary team.
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SUPPORT SERVICES – PSYCHOLOGY
Ashley Morgan, PhD Candidate
PhD Candidate, Clinical and Developmental Psychology, Psychologist
Ashley is completing her PhD in the Clinical Developmental Psychology
program at York University. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science
degree in Psychology and Crime and Deviance at U of T (Mississauga) and her
Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at York University. She is currently
completing her doctoral internship in school psychology as a Psycho-educational
Consultant with the Toronto District School Board. As part of the internship, she is
also working at Integra as a clinical psychology trainee. She is interested in youth
mental health, mental health literacy, and mental health first aid.
TRAVEL AND TOURISM
Krista Truax
Travel Consultant- Outside Sales, EF Educational Tours
Krista is an Outside Sales Travel Consultant for EF Educational Tours which
organizes education travel tours for teachers. EF facilitates learning by allowing
students to experience the world’s most captivating historic, cultural and natural
wonders firsthand. Krista was first bit by the travel bug on her grade 12 trip to
Spain, an experience which changed her life. After her trip, her love and curiosity
for travel led her to pursue a degree in Tourism Marketing Management. What
she enjoys most about being a part of the Face To Face Team at EF is having the
opportunity to interact with the amazing staff who all shares the same belief that
travelling to new places and experiencing new cultures and languages is
imperative to the development and growth of young minds. Knowing that she
plays a part in giving students the opportunity to experience the world with their
favourite teachers makes it all worthwhile.
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TRAVEL AND TOURISM
Michelle Stone, MA (Mathematics)
Youth Counsellor, Celebrity Cruise Lines
Michelle Stone worked seasonally for Celebrity Cruise Lines as a youth staff
counsellor for three years. She had the opportunity to travel the world while
working with children ranging from ages 3-17. Are you interested in working with
children? Enjoy meeting new people? Love to travel? This might be your dream
job. Come see what being a youth counsellor aboard a cruise ship all is about. She
is currently a Math teacher in the Interact program at Vaughan Road Academy.
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