CAUSEWAY - Key Persons
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- Board Member / Content Strategist for Hill Knowlton Strategies
Anna joined the Causeway Work Centre board of directors in 2021.
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- Social Enterprise Manager
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- Social Enterprise Manager
Jeff holds an MBA and is a CPA.
Jeff believes that locally-based social enterprises have a tremendous impact on the health of our community and touch those individuals with the greatest need. Building bridges to and maintaining employment plays a key role in a person's overall wellbeing a provides sense of purpose.
To Jeff, "Work. Regardless." is about creating an inclusive and safe environment where everyone has opportunities to pursue and maintain employment.
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- Board Treasurer / Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs and Strategic Policy, Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions
Judy holds an MBA in finance.
Judy was drawn to Causeway because of its mission which focuses on building stronger and more inclusive communities by helping those with disabilities find meaningful work. Additionally, Judy was drawn in by Causeway's continuous efforts to innovate and try out new ideas.
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- Board Member / Consultant, HR Strategy & Communications
Kate was drawn to Causeway because she strongly believes in Causeway's approach; helping one person at a time find their way in the working world.
To Kate, "Work. Regardless." means that everyone can work and make a meaningful contribution to our community.
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- Board Member / Assistant Director, Donor Impact, Carleton University
Kylie was drawn to Causeway because of her experience working with people accessing Causeway's services in a previous role. It was a great experience and she valued to the work that Causeway was doing in the community.
To Kylie, "Work. Regardless." means support for anyone who wants to find meaningful employment in our community.
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- Board President / Director, Labour Relations, Department of Defense
Louise holds a Bachelor of Public Relations (BPR), and a Masters of Business Administration in Executive Management.
Louise was drawn to Causeway because her family was always involved with the Co-Op and Credit Union movement in Atlantic Canada, as well as micro loan programming. Causeway's specific focus in social enterprise and employment support programming spoke to this experience, as well as the concept of giving people the tools to help them guide their own journey.
To Louise, "Work. Regardless." means that everyone has a place in our community and together, we can provide space for people to grow and flourish.
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- Manager of Employment Services
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- Social Enterprise Manager
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- Board Member / Retired, Foreign Affairs / CIDA
Michael holds an MBA and built a career focused on international development and working with government and NGO organizations.
Michael was drawn to Causeway by the innovative use of social enterprises, using market mechanisms to affect positive social change.
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- Manager of Programs and Services
Mike holds a BBA in Human Resources from Bishops University.
Mike was drawn to the opportunity Causeway offers to our community in creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages diversity, creativity, and innovation. In his view, Causeway enables individuals to bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table and make a meaningful impact.
To Mike, "Work. Regardless." means finding purpose and fulfillment in one's contributions to society, while feeling accepted, valued, and respected for who they are as a person. It is an opportunity to be themselves.
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- Director of Finance and Administration
- Financial Comptroller
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- Board Member / Director, Strategy Insights, Abacus Data
Oksana holds a B.PAPM and MPM from Carleton University
Oksana was drawn to Causeway through her first bike purchase in Ottawa from Cycle Salvation. She also heard about their employment programs from Pure Kitchen. Seeing the programs and mission of Causeway in action and supporting her community made her want to be involved in Causeway too.
To Oksana, "Work. Regardless." means ensuring everyone in our Ottawa community has the opportunity to find purpose through work.
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- Member of Causeway Work Centre 's Board of Directors
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- Board Member / President, ASL
Sandro holds a P.Eng and MBA and was a recipient of the Forty under 40 award.
Sandro was drawn to Causeway because it provided an opportunity to give back to the community in a tangible way. As a member of the Ottawa business community, Sandro was particularly drawn to Causeway's social enterprises because they provide meaningful employment and help to integrate more people into the workforce.
To Sandro, "Work. Regardless." Means that everyone has potential and it is our responsibility as a society to help people achieve their potential regardless of the obstacles they may face.
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- Director of Programs and Services
Stephen was drawn to Causeway because it provides hope and support with dignity. He wanted to play a part, however small, in that work.
To Stephen, "Work. Regardless." means no barriers - just hope. Causeway is here for you.