Barrie and Central Ontario Community Board in action

Our Barrie and Central Ontario Community Board donated $650,000 since 2017 to 98 grassroots projects, charities and organizations.

How we made a difference in 2023

$100K

Budget allocated

14

Local charities
Gail Hunt

Gail Hunt (Chair)

President & CEO, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

Gail Hunt has been the President and CEO of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) in Barrie since July 4, 2022 and is an experienced, high-performing hospital executive and team-builder.  

Gail has more than 20 years’ experience as a healthcare CEO and has earned a reputation for achieving results and inspiring others. She is a decisive, approachable, collaborative leader who is passionate about building strong partnerships and high-performing teams. 

Prior to her current posting, Gail spent five years as the President & CEO of Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) in Midland, and 16 years as the CEO of Chapleau Health Services in Northern Ontario. While in those leadership positions, she managed all aspects of healthcare delivery, including primary, acute and long-term care. 

Gail holds a Master’s in Business Administration and an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree from Laurentian University. 

Gail has four adult children, is an avid yoga instructor, jiu jitsu enthusiast and a proud Dog Mom.

Lisa Richardson
Lisa Richardson (Vice Chair)

Vice President, Customer Experience, Mobility, TELUS

Maija Craig
Maija Craig

Manager, Community Investment, TELUS

Jane Dewar
Jane Dewar

Vice Principal, Banting Memorial High School

Lauren Jessop
Lauren Jessop

CEO, Barrie Public Library

Himanshu Shah
Himanshu Shah

Chief Executive Officer, Canopy Support Services

Lorna Sheppard
Lorna Sheppard

President, TELUS Community Ambassadors - Barrie

Kim Vey
Kim Vey

Director, Mobility 2.0 Barrie & Calgary, TELUS and TELUS Community Ambassador

Camille Walker
Camille Walker

Counsel, Legal Services, TELUS (Board Secretary)

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