Board of Directors

Alongside his commitment to service, he played rugby at both the Junior and Senior levels, balancing his love for sports with his dedication to making a difference in the lives of others. At the age of 18, Dr. Stewart moved to Cuba on a scholarship to study Medicine, where he honed his skills and deepened his commitment  to healthcare. Upon graduating, he moved to Canada with a strong desire to continue his mission of serving high-priority populations. His work with the Red Cross Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic was a significant milestone, solidifying his dedication to those in need and steering him toward a career in Preventative Care. As a Preventative Care Specialist, Dr. Stewart launched initiatives focused on creating pathways to address mental health for children and adolescents aged 0-18 years. His dedication and vision eventually led him to his current role as the Provincial Lead in Black Health and Wellness. In this position, Dr. Stewart is committed to establishing equity in healthcare from a 360-degree holistic perspective for all diasporas within the African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) community. He works tirelessly alongside the motivated members of the Black Health Committee to achieve  this goal. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Stewart enjoys staying active by playing rugby and basketball, maintaining a healthy lifestyle through regular visits to the gym, and cherishing time spent with friends and family, creating lasting memories.

As mom to an autistic, non-binary child and two adopted daughters, Anne is passionate about autism advocacy, inclusion and diversity, neurodiversity, and mentorship. She spends her spare time hiking and travelling, and her love for the outdoors and nature is only matched by her love of reading and coffee.

He brings deep expertise in finance and accounting, backed by a CFA Charter from I.C.F.A.I. and a B.Com (Hons.) from Calcutta University. Raised in a family devoted to social service, Anirban has been actively involved with underprivileged children in developing nations since an early age—a commitment that continues to shape his global perspective and empathetic leadership style. Outside of work, he finds inspiration in world music, passion in cricket, and adventure on hiking trails around the globe.

She teaches courses related to special education, inclusion, universal design for learning, and autism. Her applied research involves the development of friendship-making skills among children. While working for the Durham District School Board as a special education facilitator she was awarded the Barb Phair Award for outstanding contribution to special education. She has been a guest speaker at conferences and consultant  to school boards across Ontario and in Sweden. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, dancing and reading.

Currently she is the Director of Cross Agency Clinical Services at Surrey Place in Toronto. Danica has worked in the field of developmental disabilities for over 20 years and brings with her a deep understanding of the developmental system with many years of clinical experience. Previous roles include Manager of Intake and Service Coordination, Service Coordinator, Communicative Disorders Assistant, and Infant Hearing Screener. In her spare time Danica enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and dog.

This journey has shaped her deep commitment to ensuring that all children — regardless of their needs — are seen, understood, and included.
With over 15 years of experience in individualized education and communication development, Eloise has worked closely with children and families across a wide range of abilities. Eloise is driven to serve on the board to help shape systems where no child is left behind — where classrooms, programs, and services are designed with every learner in mind. Her goal is to support initiatives that break down barriers and create opportunities for every child to thrive. She lives in the Durham countryside with her husband and three children, where they spend most of their time outdoors — running, biking, and skiing.

Her work has included roles in day-treatment programs, school-based supports, youth justice, educational workshop facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and community-based mental health initiatives. Jennifer currently serves as the Provincial Program Coordinator for the Canadian Mental Health Association – Ontario, where she manages two provincial mental health promotion programs: Mood Walks and Living Life to the Full, two programs that promote mental wellness through nature-based activities and practical life skills. In addition to her professional work, Jennifer has been an active board member with Resources for the past three years and currently holds the role of Secretary-Treasurer. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, staying active through sports, and exploring the outdoors through hiking and camping.

She is a graduate of Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Education program and holds degrees in both Computer Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Queen’s University. Melissa received an Innovative Exemplary Practice Award for the work she has done with the Assistive Technology Team’s Virtual Co-op Innovators Project, which was also presented at the Ontario Co-operative Education Association 2021 Spring Conference. Equity, innovation, leadership, creativity and a growth mindset are what fuel Melissa’s professional practice as an educator.  In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three children.

In her spare time, Sheryl enjoys reading, doing crafts, walking and spending time with family. Sheryl joined the Board of Directors in 2005 and is the current President of the Board.

Tharmila holds a Hons. Bachelor of Science degree from University of Toronto, Bachelor of Education and Master of Leadership and Community Engagement degrees from York University. In her spare time, Tharmila enjoys reading, spending time with her family, travelling, and organizing/participating in community/educational events.