CHFM - Key Persons
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- Secretary, Chair, Nominating / Governance Committee
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- Marketing & Communications Specialist
As a Marketing and Communications Coordinator, I create graphics to help add a splash of colour to the Foundation's signature events, advertising and social media feeds. I also write stories about our wonderful donors, Foundation Families and some of HSC Children's Hospital most beloved health care professionals. I capture many of these moments on film and proudly share them with our community. Everything we create, write and record amplifies the great work our health care workers, donors and Foundation Families do every day and I'm very happy to be a part of it all.
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- Manager, Corporate and Community Partnerships
A dedicated non-profit leader with extensive experience in managing and expanding national corporate partnerships, I am passionate about fostering connections that drive meaningful impact in our communities. With a proven track record of building and sustaining successful partnerships through the Children's Miracle Network program, I now lead the corporate partnership program at the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. My role allows me to amplify support for children and families through innovative, mutually beneficial collaborations.
I bring a strategic approach to partnership development, combining a deep understanding of the business landscape with a commitment to philanthropic goals. Strong community partnerships between our organization and businesses create sustainable pathways for growth and impact, and I believe we all have an opportunity to help shape the future of child health in our province and beyond.
In my role, I have the incredible privilege of transforming my passion for creating unforgettable event experiences into meaningful moments that connect donors with the children whose lives they touch. Event planning at the Foundation goes far beyond organizing exceptional gatherings-it's about championing a vital cause and raising critical funds for sick and injured children. This work has deeply impacted me on a personal level. I've found not just a career, but a calling-one where I'm able to do what I love while making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most. This is exactly where I'm meant to be.
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- Director, Human Resources
The right people make a Foundation succeed! I'm grateful for the opportunity to shape the future of work at the Foundation. By creating a safe, respectful, and healthy workplace, our staff can work with dignity and achieve success. By placing and keeping the right staff, with the right skills, in the right role, I help achieve our Foundation's goals to support excellence in Child Health, Child Health Research and Child Health Advocacy. It fills me with joy and awe to be on a team that's helping improve the lives of children.
Storing and organizing data, cleaning and mining it, then analyzing and presenting it in the best way to make business decisions - that's what a Data Manager does! Working for the Foundation is very fulfilling because my job is changing lives of the families who need our children's hospital. I'm grateful for the chance to use my data mining skills to keep up our donor database and connect with our amazing community.
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- Chairman of Marketing / Fundraising Committee
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- Representative, CHRIM Board
As the Foundation's Manager of Finance I oversee our financial system and ensure we're producing accurate financial statements for all stakeholders. With a CPA, CA background I have worked in a variety of industries, however always had a passion for giving back and being involved in the community which led me to the non-profit sector. I have a young son who is my whole world, and a large family with many nieces and nephews so I know how important it is to ensure they have the best care possible. I love the idea of coming to work every day for something with such a profound and special purpose - to help change and better children's lives, while also giving comfort to their families.
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- Gift Processing Coordinator
In my role I'm fortunate enough to talk to generous Manitobans every day through phone and email inquiries. I also provide administrative support to all departments, especially the data and finance team. A key motivation in my life is to foster community health and wellbeing and at the Children's Hospital Foundation, our team is dedicated to doing just that for the most adorable community members - our children! Funding programs that make scary hospital visits a little better and buying life-saving medical equipment are ongoing commitments that inspire me to #ContinueCaringForKids.
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- CHRIM CEO / Children 's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba
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- Provincial Specialty Lead and Medical Director, Pediatrics & Child Health, HSC Children 's, Shared Health
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- Chief Operating Officer HSC Winnipeg, Shared Health
I came into this position believing that even the smallest action can have a large impact and have had the honour of reaffirming that belief with all the interactions I have had with my colleagues and the supporters I engage with every day. Our community is so generous, and I am grateful to get to meet so many of the wonderful people dedicated to helping families in hospital.
I am proud and grateful to support the mission of HSC Children's Hospital and the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba. With four children who have been cared for by Manitoba's only Children's Hospital, ranging from substantial life-changing surgeries to routine pediatric care, I have experienced firsthand the amazing work and dedication healthcare professionals provide. This personal connection underscores the importance of steadfast support to maintain, develop, and grow their exceptional care.
As a CPA and serving as the Vice President of Finance for the Foundation, I am passionate and dedicated to ensuring that every dollar donated is used efficiently and effectively to enhance patient care, support medical research, improve community health outcomes, and support healthcare professionals. Experienced and an advocate in leveraging technology, innovation, and process improvement, I enjoy driving initiatives to integrate advanced financial, data, and administration technologies into our operations.
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- Manager, Finance ( Term )
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- Annual Giving Donor Relations Coordinator
- Relations Coordinator
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- Marketing & Communications Specialist
I'm a communications officer with more than nearly 20 years of experience telling stories that matter. Before joining the Foundation, I worked at the University of Manitoba-starting with four years at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy. While at the U of M I had the chance to interview researchers, students, athletes, alumni, and donors. Over the years, I've built strong relationships and written hundreds of stories that helped connect people to purpose.
When I'm not writing, I'm usually riding one of my five bikes-soaking up the freedom that comes only with being on two wheels. I used to DJ but have recently traded my raving shoes for running shoes. Winter running is pretty great by the way, even in Winnipeg. I really like working at the Foundation. The people here, and the work we get to be part of inspires me.
I support the work of the President & CEO as well as the Foundation Board of Directors and many of our Standing Committees. I chose to work at the Foundation because I have three children who have all, at some point in their lives, needed HSC Children's Hospital. I believe in the work the Foundation does every day to support the ongoing efforts of the doctors, nurses, researchers and all healthcare workers. Their efforts ensure our children receive the best care and I'm grateful for the work they do.
As a Finance and Admin Assistant my role is to support our team's finance goals. I am responsible for recording and processing all accounts payable, I perform the monthly financial reconciliation of our banks, and I provide administrative support during and after budget preparation. I also assist in preparing the monthly financial statements to ensure that staff, senior management and board members are up to date on the financial standing of the Foundation. My partner and I are starting a family and I feel passionately about making sure all children in our province continue to get the best care possible.
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- Vice Chair, Chair HR Advisory / Boston Pizza Enright Group
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- Vice President, Marketing & Communications
- Media Inquiries
My child suffered severe traumatic brain injuries at age 10 after being in a vehicle collision. Lifesaving care was given at Children's Hospital Emergency Department and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and then rehabilitation care of relearning to walk and talk on a recovery ward. My daughter and I later shared the story of this incredible care to raise awareness and funds for HSC Children's Hospital. Now, I work with other Foundation Families to continue sharing stories of care, hope and support for others who will need the hospital. I also manage the local communication needs of Children's Miracle Network Canada programming and the annual marketing and public relations needs of the Foundation.
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- Chairman / Founder Emerald Ten Inc
My role at the Foundation requires me to empathize and listen. As a fundraiser, I aim to find the connection between how a donor wants to help, and the needs of the hospital. Being able to give donors an opportunity to make an impact that can lighten the load and lift the spirits of sick children and their families is what inspires me every day. It is extremely motivating to spend my days with a like-minded team, dedicated hospital staff, and generous donors, all with the common goal of improving child health. As a mom of two young children, I am grateful for the thousands of donors that give their support each year. It gives me the confidence that we would get the best care possible when we needed it most.
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- Vice President, Philanthropy
"I believe in miracles, I have to." This quote by Terry Fox inspired my life-long passion for fundraising & generosity. I've heard it said, "generosity is loving someone you have never met." At the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba, we see this every day. Donors generously fund equipment, research, and capital projects to ensure Manitoba's children have the best health care possible. Manitobans are devoted to helping each other, whether they know them or not. That is why Manitoba continues to be Canada's most generous province year after year.
When my son was a patient here, I was inspired by the love generosity made possible. The staff, whether they be medical or research, are committed to collaboration, comfort, and expertise and demonstrate this consistently across the organization. Their commitment, when combined with the generosity of our donors, makes miracles happen here every single day.
I love when donors discover their best way to be generous and see the impact their generosity has made. Reach out to me or a member of the Development team to help you make your generosity possible.
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- Immediate past Chair / Deloitte
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- Gift Processing Coordinator
I'm a member of the administration/data and finance team and responsible for the timely and accurate processing of gifts. Having had to use HSC Children's Hospital personally for all three of my kids for various reasons has really strengthened my connection with the Foundation and its mission. My family has been helped and continues to be guided and nurtured by the wonderful staff and doctors of the hospital. There's something very rewarding about working towards trying to better the lives of sick and injured kids.
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- Community Engagement Officer
I have the wonderful chance to work with exciting Community Events and donors who drive me to keep seeking new ideas and technologies, as I help guide them to success. Seeing the creativity and passion our community members have when it comes to fundraising and supporting the Foundation keeps me motivated to support them and makes it a great experience for all involved. We have the best supporters!
I love knowing that behind every number and workflow there is a real child and family whose world we can change. As the Business Analyst at the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba, I work along side stake holders, program leaders, donor relations experts and front-line teams to turn generosity into action.
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- Chairman, Investment Committee / Altema Asset Management Inc.
I support our Development team's stewardship activities and donor engagement, managing donor data and organizing donor events. I also coordinate various aspect of donor naming and recognition. I have a passion for helping people and making a positive impact in our community. Working at the Foundation is deeply rewarding, and I'm so grateful to have a chance to support the kids who need us most.
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- Manager, Marketing & Communications
I'm honoured to share meaningful stories of the kids and families who need HSC Children's. From social media, to goodbear.ca, to traditional media outlets and beyond, I help make sure our generous donors know about the impact they're making by learning about the children they help. I also produce communications for our signature events. I'm inspired every day by how brave, resilient and strong the kids in our community are, and am grateful to be able to play a role in supporting their futures.
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- CMN & Corporate Partnerships Coordinator
In my role at the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba, I am dedicated to informing and supporting our valued Children's Miracle Network (CMN) and corporate partners by highlighting the critical needs of the Health Sciences Centre (HSC) Children's Hospital and the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM). I am passionate about advocating for new initiatives that advance the vital work of both HSC Children's and CHRIM. With a deep appreciation for the life-changing impact of these institutions, I strive to foster strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our partners. Together, we will exceed our goals and ensure that every sick and injured child in Manitoba has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.
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- Treasurer, Chair, Finance Committee / James Richardson & Sons, Ltd.
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- Elections Manitoba Chief Electoral Officer
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- CEO
- President
- President & CEO / Children 's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba
I am privileged and honoured to serve children and families who need HSC Winnipeg Children's Hospital and the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM) as the leader of the Foundation. Through the generosity of our donors, and in collaboration with our stakeholders, we're transforming the health of children. Being part of this change, growth and innovation is what drives me every day! As a father of three boys, I know having the best health care possible for our children is a goal we can all share as a community. Every day I witness the work of our healthcare teams, who are determined to make a difference in the lives of children. Their dedication drives me to help them acquire the best equipment and technology, to improve care and to ensure we retain and attract the best healthcare professionals possible for our kids. This is a journey that also involves many great people, from our staff to our Board members. We are all determined to make a difference.
As a member of the fundraising team, I look forward to connecting donors with the various ways their generous support can make a tremendous impact in the lives of sick and injured children by way of research, life-saving equipment, patient care and programs to make hospital stays a little brighter. Children are our future and investing in child health is important to ensuring that they and their families get support when needed most. It's truly inspiring to see the braveness and resiliency of the children who come through the hospital and the transformations that are made. I am proud to be a part of a dedicated team of professionals and amazing supporters working to make a difference in our community.
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- President, Children 's Hospital Guild of Manitoba
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- Interim Director of Health Services, Child Health