Our volunteer Board of Directors is committed to ensuring that Creating Together is well-managed and well-resourced in order to serve our community for years to come. Board members are active participants at the centre, along with their children.
Creating Together Board of Directors 2020-2021
Sarah Aranha – Co-Chair
Sarah Aranha is a full time graduate student, pursuing an MA in Adult Education and Community Development. She has been participating in Creating Together programs since 2015 – her kids love returning to their favourite toys and games each time they visit, and Sarah is glad to be a part of a supportive group of parents and caregivers. As a Board member Sarah enjoys working with the great team at Creating Together planning fun events for families, developing programs and contributing to the Parkdale community.
Stephanie Moore – Co-Chair
Stephanie Moore is a Registered Early Childhood Educator, mama to Benjamin, and a resident of Parkdale since 2006. Stephanie has worked with and supported families in Parkdale in various roles over the years, as a local preschool teacher, nanny, and now in her home-based daycare. As an advocate for children and families, she believes that all children have the right to a safe, stimulating and developmentally appropriate environment to explore in and grow. Stephanie and her family are so grateful to be part of the Creating Together community.
Anna Ruddick – Treasurer
Julia Turvey
Julia is mother to Elizabeth and Alexander, and they have been coming to Creating Together since Lizzie was a baby. They all love circle time and singing with our friends at Creating Together. When she is not spending time with her kids, she is counsel at the Department of Justice for the federal government.
Evelyn Wiseman Ackerman
Interested in joining Creating Together’s Board of Directors?
If you are passionate about strengthening families and making a difference in the Parkdale community, consider supporting the Creating Together Family Resource Centre by joining our team as a volunteer member of our Board of Directors.
The Membership and Board Development Committee is currently accepting applications from individuals interested in being recommended at our spring 2018 Annual General Meeting.
All board members must be:
- Committed to supporting Creating Together and its mission “to support the healthy social, cognitive, emotional and physical development of children 0 to under 6 years and their families.
- Currently a resident of the Parkdale community.
Preference is given to individuals who use or have used our services in the past. Previous experience with Boards and non-profit organizations is an asset.
The Board of Directors consists of 9 members drawn from various segments of the community. A variety of backgrounds, skill sets and perspectives are valued. The term of office is 1-2 years.
Board meetings are held monthly (excluding August and December), usually the third Wednesday at 7:30pm, although this is negotiable. Board members also participate in board committees and are involved in periodic strategic planning sessions and community events.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete submit a cover letter and current resume to creatingtogether@rogers.com