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Erin Winsor

Erin Winsor

Executive Director

Erin Winsor is a Certified Dementia Care Provider, Office Administrator, Musician, Actor, Artist Facilitator, Adjudicator, and End-of-life Doula (in training).

Mahina Graham-Laidlaw

Mahina Graham-Laidlaw

Arts Program Coordinator

Mahina Graham-Laidlaw is a musicians, researcher and administrator from Calgary, AB

Kara Noftle

Kara Noftle

Program Assistant, Actor, Music of Your Life

Kara holds a BA from Memorial University in Sociology, Psychology & Criminology. She has worked & volunteered for a number of community organizations including Waypoints, The John Howard Society & The Gathering Place.

Jack Thistle

Jack Thistle

Artist Facilitator
Program Representative

Jack Thistle is a bilingual science graduate, experienced performer, and passionate community advocate with a strong interest in geriatric medicine and the power of the arts to connect generations.

Michelle Carew

Michelle Carew

In-School Program Coordinator

Michelle Carew is an active teacher and performer who believes the classroom and the stage inspire the same energy and imagination in order to captivate the audience. 

Cyril Bonia

Cyril Bonia

Chair, Board of Directors

Cyril is an accomplished business leader with over 20 years of experience in operations within highly regulated national organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce, an MBA, as well as the Facilities Management Professional designation.

Damian Stacey

Damian Stacey

Vice Chair, Board of Directors

Damian Stacey is dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors through creative and engaging recreation programs.

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Treasurer, Board of Directors

Sarah is a Chartered Professional Accountant with a personal passion for music and art. She grew up playing the piano and flute, performed in music festivals locally and internationally, and was a music instructor for many years.

Aimee Coles

Aimee Coles

Past Chair, Board of Directors

Aimee is a passionate Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) working in community recreation and municipal government.

Vernon Curran

Vernon Curran

Board of Directors

Vernon Curran is a Professor of Medical Education at Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine, where he has spent much of his career helping shape how future doctors and health professionals learn.

Zachary Johnson

Zachary Johnson

Board of Directors

Zachary Johnson, a husband and father originally from Dunfield, Trinity Bay, is a recreation therapist with more than eight years of experience in senior care

Jenny Mallard

Jenny Mallard

Board of Directors

Jenny Mallard is an award winning Music Entrepreneur and Career Development Practitioner with a passion for social justice, mental health, and community building.

Tim Matson

Tim Matson

Board of Directors

Tim Matson is a professional musical theatre performer and high school drama teacher. You may have seen Tim in Come From Away in Gander!

Marcelle Boisjoli

Marcelle Boisjoli

Community Arts Representative (Western)

Marcelle Boisjoli is a French-Canadian artist and educator originally from Alberta who has made Newfoundland’s west coast her home.

Stephanie Poirier

Stephanie Poirier

Community Arts Representation (Central)

Stephanie is a local artist, in the process of becoming a certified art therapist. Stephanie loves making art and is always searching for opportunities to do so!

Cody Harvey

Cody Harvey

Community Arts Representative (Eastern -Burin)

Cody is the current Artistic Director of The Grand Bank Regional Theatre and is thrilled to be taking on a new role as our Coordinator for the Burin Peninsula region.

Keith Power

Keith Power

Actor, Music of Your Life

Keith Power is a well-loved performer, writer, and comedian from Mount Pearl.

Michael Power

Michael Power

Actor, Music of Your Life

Michael Power is an actor, singer, and dancer from Harbour Grace.

Adam Blackwood

Adam Blackwood

Sound Technician

Originally from Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, Adam has called Newfoundland home since 2008.

Evelyn Jess

Evelyn Jess

Artist Facilitator (Central)

Evelyn Jess is a singer/songwriter from Ragged Harbour, Newfoundland. As an Artist Facilitator for the central region, Jess brings heart and dedication, passionately working to create meaningful connections and shared joy through the power of music.

Ian Locke

Ian Locke

Artist Facilitator (Western)

Ian Locke is a well-known performer and creative on the West Coast of the province. He is the Co-Artistic Director of the well-known organization, Camber Arts.

Evan Smith

Evan Smith

Music Director, Music of Your Life

Evan Watts Smith served as resident music director for the Stephenville Theatre Festival and has music directed numerous productions including:

Cara Fleming

Cara Fleming

Office Assistant

Cara Fleming, a St. John’s Newfoundland resident, excels in leadership roles due to her strong organization skills, ability to collaborate with others, and her attention to detail. Cara possesses a strong work ethic and contributes positively to a productive work environment. She is passionate about music and arts and uses her creativity in every aspect of her life.

Taylor Baggs

Taylor Baggs

Summer Coordinator

Taylor Baggs is a recent B.A (Co-Op) Psychology graduate from Acadia University with a passion for community, creativity, and inclusive programming. Through her work and volunteer experiences in mental health, recreation, education, and inclusion support, Taylor has developed a strong interest in creating meaningful connections through community-based care and engagement.

Beckett Churchill

Beckett Churchill

Spring Bus Assistant

Beckett Churchill is a self-described softie and huge nerd. He has recently graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program and also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts, also from Memorial University.

Claire Hartlen

Claire Hartlen

Youth Coordinator

Claire Hartlen is a recent graduate of Memorial University’s School of Music, where she completed her Master of Music in Performance Pedagogy in the spring of 2025.

Emma Mercer

Emma Mercer

Summer Bus Assistant

Emma is a graduate of the teacher training program at Canada’s National Ballet School with her Registered Teacher Status from the Royal Academy of Dance.

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