About Us

Jacob Gauthier is a bilingual lawyer practicing in the Greater Sudbury area. He is a graduate of the University of Ottawa (Criminology Program) as well as the Faculty of Law (Français) and was called to the Bar in 2006. He is also the current President of the Board of Directors for the N’swakamok Native Friendship Centre and is past President of the Sudbury District Law Association, Criminal Lawyers Association (Regional Director) and the Elizabeth Fry Society of Northeastern Ontario.

Jacob served as Chair of Health Sciences North Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Patrick was born and raised in Sudbury and has been in the financial services industry for the past twenty years, and is an investment advisor for a major Canadian bank. He is a Fellow to the Canadian Securities Institute as well as a Certified Financial Planner professional.

On weekends, Patrick and his wife Kim enjoy spending time with their 3 kids at their camp on Manitoulin Island.

Patrick served as Vice-Chair of Health Sciences North Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Rick has a degree in Civil Engineering from Queen’s University, and has been involved in the family business since 1995. Rick is the co-owner of O C P Construction Supplies Inc. Most important in Rick’s life are his wife and children, and it is this love for family that drives him to serve with HSN Foundation. He fully believes that keeping families at home (or at least close to home) will make their children’s health challenges that much more manageable.

Rick served as Chair of NEO Kids Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Melissa Bouffard is a Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Baker Tilly SNT, one of Northern Ontario’s largest accounting, tax, and advisory firms. She is responsible for overseeing financial, strategic, and operational matters as well as consulting for clients. After graduating from Laurentian University with Honours, Melissa obtained her CPA, CA designation in 2012 while working in Toronto.

Melissa brings with her many years of both public accounting and private industry experience across multiple industries. Melissa’s expertise includes financial management and reporting, accounting and taxes, overall business strategy, human resources, and process & policy development and improvement.

In her free time, she loves to travel and spend time with family and friends. She is married to Phil and they have two daughters, Ella and Abbey.

Melissa served as Treasurer with Northern Cancer Foundation and Director with Health Sciences North Foundation prior to this appointment.

Matthew is a partner with Stratum Advisory Group Inc., a boutique tax and insurance planning firm. A two time academic All-Canadian, Matthew completed his business degree at the Fred C. Manning School of Business, Acadia University. In addition to his appointment as HSN Foundation Director, Matthew holds a board position at the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club where he was appointed Long Range Planning and Corporate Restructuring Chair. Matthew holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. He is married to Jenna, and they have three children: Norah, Tommy and Jack.

Matthew served as Director with NEO Kids Foundation prior to this appointment.

Amanda Berloni is the founding lawyer of Berloni Law, a Sudbury law firm which specializes in the areas of corporate / commercial, real estate law and wills and estates. Prior to founding Berloni Law, Amanda practiced at Canada’s leading standalone corporate finance law firm primarily in the areas of corporate finance, asset management, and corporate and commercial law. Amanda is committed to helping her clients establish and strengthen their roots in this vibrant community.

Amanda is actively involved in the Sudbury community; she believes in supporting long-standing community traditions as well as generational projects that will propel the growth and development of Greater Sudbury. She is a proud member of the Chamber of Commerce and is active with the Rotary Club of Sudbury, Sunrisers. Amanda also serves on the board of directors of the Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival. Amanda has recently made notable contributions to Place des Arts de Sudbury and is a proud sponsor of the Sudbury Wolves.

Amanda served as Director with Health Sciences North Foundation prior to this appointment.

Yonaniko S. Grenon (Iyo) is currently Senior Communications Specialist for Glencore’s Sudbury
Integrated Nickel Operations and is currently responsible for the development of the Company’s
communication initiatives internally and externally. She is also facilitating community relations – engagement and partnerships – that are aligned with the Company’s Sustainable Development framework and Community Social Investment programs.

Iyo joins Glencore’s Sudbury from New Caledonia, South Pacific, where she completed a four-year
assignment as Director of External Affairs with Glencore’s Koniambo Nickel project.

A graduate of the University of Kansas with a double major in Journalism and French Literature, Iyo is a communication professional with over 28 year experience in high level crisis management, media and community engagement.

Her other international mining experiences include working for Freeport-McMoRan Inc., New Orleans, Louisiana, PT Freeport Indonesia, and PT Newmont Pacific Nusantara, affiliates of Newmont Mining Corp, United States.

Iyo’s work experience in Sudbury includes taking part in the early development of the newest medical school in town and took up a role as Communications Officer – East for the Northern Ontario School of Medicine.

An active community member, Iyo is currently member of Board of Directors for Cultural Industries Ontario North (Music and Film in Motion), and member of Board of Directors of YES Theatre, both local non-share, not-for-profit corporation. She is also Chair of Ontario Mining Association’s Communications Committee. She currently heads the Indonesian Society, Northern Ontario Chapter, based in Sudbury.

Iyo was formerly Board Member and Vice Chair of the Greater Sudbury Development Corporation, the economic development arm of the City of Greater Sudbury.

Iyo served as Director with Northern Cancer Foundation prior to this appointment.

Christine Harvey is the contract manager for BM Metals Services and the Milman Industries Group of Companies. In addition, she manages the marketing activities for the Group. Christine has successfully completed the Business Administration program at Cambrian College and has received her Honours Bachelor of Commerce and Masters in Business Administration from Laurentian University. Christine is an advocate of supporting local organizations and initiatives. She believes that great accomplishments and advanced research doesn’t just come from big cities. She believes it also comes from deep rooted cities like Sudbury where all of its community members strive together to reach a common goal of community advancement and national recognition by supporting its local organizations.

Christine served as Chair of Northern Cancer Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Sherri Koren is an accomplished radio professional with a diverse background in broadcasting, branding, community involvement, and leadership. She holds a Radio Broadcast Diploma from Fanshawe College and an Organizational Management Diploma from Cambrian College.

Sherri’s passion for giving back to the community is evident in her volunteer work. She has served as a board member for Kids Help Phone Sudbury, volunteers weekly at the Mission, and is a Women in Mining board member. She is also an ambassador for plasma donation and has emceed numerous events for non-profit organizations alongside her co-host G-Rant. Sherri is the founder of Pay For Play in Sudbury, a community and branding event that distributes $100,000 a year to charities focused on children in need and young families. Additionally, she is an emcee and moderator for “Imperfection Lives Here” and is a member of Magical Paws Pet Therapy with her dogs, Jimmy and Jessica.

In her current role, Sherri is the Program Coordinator for Stingray Hot AC radio stations across Alberta, PEI, Nova Scotia, St. John’s, Fredericton, and Sudbury, where she oversees music, national promotions, and imaging. Locally, she is the Program Director for Hot 93-5, managing her team and every element that comes out of the speakers and is the co-host of the longest running and top rated morning show in Greater Sudbury. “The Morning Hot Tub with G-Rant and Sherri K.”

Sherri served as Director with NEO Kids Foundation prior to this appointment.

Debbie is the Chief Financial Officer for the Sudbury Credit Union. In that role she is responsible for overseeing the financial and technical success of Sudbury Credit Union. Debbie is a dynamic member of the senior management team, contributing regularly to the strategic direction of the organization. Debbie has been a member of the former Northern Cancer Foundation Board of Directors since 2014 and also serves on the Finance and Audit Committees.

Debbie served as Director with Northern Cancer Foundation prior to this appointment.

Samantha Kuula is a strategist fueled by curiosity and the desire to build an engaged and science-literate community, working to equip people to understand the changing world. Samantha started her career at SNOLAB over 15 years ago and is now the Director of Corporate Services Division. She holds degrees in Biology and Science Communication with additional formal training in Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Project Management, and Risk Management, and has completed a Masters of Science in Technology and Innovation Management at Wilfrid Laurier University. At SNOLAB, Samantha manages the internal and external-facing corporate services including EHS, IT, HR, communications and education & outreach. As part of the senior leadership team, she also heads large internal projects, manages the User Support group that assists all international facility users and has been appointed chair of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion task force.

Samantha sits on two volunteer boards as well as dedicating time as a pet therapy dog handler and soccer coach. Samantha is a partner to Kevin and parent to Rebecca, Cecily and Oliver.

Samantha served as Vice-Chair of Northern Cancer Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Alyson Laking is the Executive Manager for the Laking Group of Companies. Alyson obtained her H.BSc from the University of Guelph in 2006. After graduating, she returned to Sudbury and began working full time at the family business. In addition to HSN Foundation, Alyson holds a board position with Cinefest Sudbury. Alyson and her husband Matthew have two children, Connor and William.

Alyson served as Director with NEO Kids Foundation prior to this appointment.

Ian Lane is the Executive Director of the Northern Ontario Angels.  With a diverse career, he works to foster connections between entrepreneurs and angel investors across Northern Ontario with the goal of stimulating economic development for the region.  Prior to moving back to Northern Ontario in 2012, Ian was the Manager of Policy Development and Settlement in the Ministry of Innovation and Advanced Learning with the Government of Prince Edward Island.  From 2015-2021, Ian was the Manager of Research Capacity and Health Innovation with the Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) where he helped researchers attract funding and provided strategic planning support. He has volunteered his grant writing skills to various community and non-for-profit organizations in Ontario and Prince Edward Island. He still enjoys playing music, skiing, hockey, golf, tennis, and the odd sail.

Ian served as Director with Northern Cancer Foundation prior to this appointment.

Michael Macnamara is a barrister, solicitor and notary at Desmarais, Keenan LLP. He received his BA from Carleton University followed by his Juris Doctor from the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. Michael is a champion for Greater Sudbury and its role as a medical services provider and treatment hub of Northern Ontario. He is a strong believer that a community’s geographic location should not in itself be a barrier to quality care. In addition to serving on the HSN Foundation board he sits on several other community associations and not-for-profits.

Michael served as Vice-Chair of NEO Kids Foundation board prior to this appointment.

Angie is the Senior Vice President, HR, Communications and ESG, Torex Gold Resources Inc. She has more than 20 years of corporate affairs, communications, government and community relations experience with a specialized focus in the mining industry. Angie joined Torex Gold in 2020 after spending 15 years at Vale (formerly Inco) in roles of increasing responsibility, most recently leading Corporate Affairs, Communications and Sustainability for the Company’s North Atlantic Operations and Asian Refineries. Through her career, Angie has built a strong proficiency in issues management and is credited with building productive relationships with a broad range of audiences including employees, governments, indigenous communities and community stakeholders. Prior to joining Vale in 2005, Angie served as the Chief Communications Advisor to the Ontario Minister of Energy and has also worked for major corporate affairs agencies including Hill & Knowlton Canada and Navigator Limited.

Angie holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from Laurentian University and an MBA from McGill University. She has been heavily involved in community boards and committees over the years, and in 2011 was honoured with a ‘Top 40 Under Forty’ award from Northern Ontario Business for her contributions.

Angie served as Director with Health Sciences North Foundation prior to this appointment.

Pamela Therrien joined Petryna Advertising as CEO in 2019, bringing with her more than 20 years’ professional experience in marketing, advertising, not-for-profit, charitable and private sector business. Before joining Petryna Advertising, she was Vice President of the Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce, Marketing Specialist at Science North, Development Officer at SickKids Foundation and previously worked for several major international advertising agencies, such as BBDO Toronto and Leo Burnett. Pam loves managing the creative process, and has worked with clients such as P&G, Zeller’s, Pizza Hut, Smucker’s, Sears, GlaxoSmithKline, and Dairy Queen. While at Petryna Advertising, Pam has developed marketing strategies and managed creative development for clients such as Future North, M.I.C Canadian Eatery & Whisky Pub, GOVA Transit, Collège Boréal, Science North, and Ionic Mechatronics – just to name a few. 

Pam holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from Laurentian University and a post graduate diploma in Marketing Management from Sheridan College. 

Pamela served as Director with NEO Kids Foundation prior to this appointment.

Anthony Keating is an award-winning Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) who has served in fundraising leadership roles over the past 14 years with Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Kids Help Phone, Seneca College and the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John’s, Newfoundland. Most recently, he served as Campaign Director, Major Gifts, at The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation in Toronto where he successfully co-led a $50 million research campaign to completion a year ahead of schedule, and was also responsible for raising millions of dollars for Malignant Hematology priorities. In 2010, he received the “New to Fundraising Professional of the Year” award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). Anthony is an active community member who has volunteered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. John’s, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation, and is currently a Director with the Roberta Bondar Foundation.

In Anthony’s role he will oversee HSN Foundation and the Volunteer Association. He will also supervise HSN’s Volunteer Services and serve on the senior leadership teams of HSN and HSNRI, ensuring a strong alignment with health care needs in Northeastern Ontario.

David McNeil, PhD – President and Chief Executive Officer of Health Sciences North

David McNeil is a Sudbury native and most recently, he served as the President and CEO of Brant Community Healthcare System. Prior to this role, he was the Chief Nursing Executive and Senior Vice President, Patient Services and Digital Transformation at Health Sciences North.

David has a PhD in Rural and Northern Health from Laurentian University, a Masters in Health Administration from the University of Ottawa, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Laurentian University.

His experience includes working as a front-line nurse in Attawapiskat and the former Laurentian Hospital and Network North. He has worked as a Nursing Educator, Quality Coordinator / Professional Practice Consultant and Clinical Director of the Medical Program, Corporate Director of Planning and Environmental Services, and as a Part-Time Professor at Cambrian College.

He has served as President and Chair for the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, a Board Member of the Canadian Nurses Association and as Chair of the Cambrian College Board of Governors.