Board of Directors

Adam Stewart is a senior consultant at KCI (Ketchum Canada Inc.) where he works with charities and nonprofits on fundraising plans, strategic plans, capital campaigns and other projects. He currently chairs KCI’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access committee.

Committed to volunteerism, Adam has served on the board of directors of the Inside Out Film Festival and has been an active volunteer with the Association of Fundraising Professionals. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and has a Master of Nonprofit Administration degree from North Park University, a Post-Graduate Certificate in Fundraising and Volunteer Management from Humber College and a Bachelor’s degree from Western University.

David Doull is Senior Vice President, People and Brand at Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Trust, a leading owner-operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canada’s major cities and is responsible for Human Resources, Brand, Communications and corporate Environment, Social and Governance strategies. David holds an undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics, and is a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Certified Human Resources Leader. He has successfully combined his passion for helping people and maximizing human performance through progressive human resources roles at Canadian public companies in manufacturing, financial services and commercial real estate.

Jacqueline Lumsden (she/her) is the Patient Care Manager, Interprofessional Resource Team, Palliative Care and Transitional Care for Unity Health Toronto, where she is responsible for the development of quality improvement initiatives and ensures that the care delivery models continue to evolve to meet the changing patient/family and departmental needs. Jacqueline is also the strategy lead for palliative care at the Providence site.

Jacqueline is a registered nurse with a Master of Health Science degree in Health Administration at the University of Toronto and is a Certified Health Executive (CHE) with the Canadian College of Health Leaders. She brings over 25 years of exceptional multidisciplinary care and leadership. Jacqueline is also dynamic and experienced speaker with a variety of certifications in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Jonathan Vandersluis brings extensive experience in management consulting and strategy, currently driving transformation within RBC’s mortgage business. He holds an MBA from the Rotman School of Management and a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Toronto Metropolitan University. He is also an avid cyclist, a triathlete and frequent hiker, including having summited Mount Kilimanjaro. Jonathan has been deeply involved in community service, most notably through the Movember Foundation and several youth-focused charities. He is passionate about health equity and inclusive care, and in applying his strategic thinking, expertise in organizational governance and creativity to help advance Sherbourne Health.

Kirsten Creber is a Senior Manager on Deloitte’s Healthcare Consulting team, where she oversees many projects in the healthcare sector with the goal of helping transform the way we think about and deliver care in Canada. She has more than 10 years of experience in the Canadian healthcare industry, including previously held positions at Mount Sinai Hospital and Cancer Care Ontario. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour, as well as a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Health Services Management from McMaster University.

Leighanne Layman is currently Global Head, High Risk Client Management at RBC. She has 20 years of experience working in anti-financial crimes within financial institutions and the Canadian government. Throughout her career, Leighanne has prioritized participation in initiatives aimed at supporting priority populations and neighbourhoods, as she witnessed firsthand the importance and impact they have on individuals and communities alike. Leighanne previously served as a board member for Project Recover, a not-for-profit organization that helps human trafficking survivors escape coercive debt. Originally from St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Leighanne has lived in the Sherbourne community for over seven years.

Lera is a licensed lawyer with the Law Society of Ontario (2024) and holds a Juris Doctor from Western University. Lera earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts with High Distinction in Philosophy and Political Science from the University of Toronto, where they received multiple academic awards. Lera’s legal experience spans litigation, regulatory law, corporate governance and legal technology. Lera has served as National Treasurer for the Black Law Students’ Association of Canada and contributed to research on racial profiling. With additional credentials in financial technology and securities, Lera brings a multidisciplinary, equity-focused approach to modern legal practice.

Matthew Kelsey is a health system leader with more than 15 years of experience advancing strategy, governance and integrated care transformation across Ontario’s healthcare system. He currently serves as Director, Mental Health at the University Health Network, where he leads clinical operations, health system partnerships and transformational initiatives focused on improving access to and delivery of mental health and addictions care. He works closely with Ontario Health, hospitals and community partners to advance provincial priorities and drive integration across sectors of health systems.

Matthew is also a PhD candidate in Health Systems Research at the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto. His research focuses on the implementation, evaluation and scaling of integrated models of care, with a particular interest in the policy, governance and system enablers required to achieve sustainable health system transformation.

Monica is the Policy Advisor and Pandemic Workplace Safety Program Lead for the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, where she provides policy analysis, strategic advice and briefings on COVID-19 response. Monica has a PhD in Public Health Sciences (Epidemiology).

Monica is a seasoned public health researcher and has a deep commitment to effective, collaborative approaches to improve health and wellness outcomes and equity. She has served as Director on several boards, such as the University of Toronto Public Health Alumni Association, where she led the development and implementation of a new constitution and governance structure.

Paulette Gardiner Millar is a Physiotherapist and has held leadership positions supporting operational excellence in the private rehabilitation sector for many years. She focuses on clinical outcomes and patient experience, creating an environment where the clinical and administrative teams can thrive and ensure the pursuit of organizational and financial health. She completed her Master of Science in Health Quality at Queen’s University and is the past president of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association. In her most recent role, she led the implementation and launch of a national medical, psychosocial and vocational rehabilitation program supporting Canadian Veterans as they transition to life after service.

Rachel Kwong is a CPA and currently an Associate, Asset Management at Fitzrovia. Fitzrovia is a developer and manager of purpose-built rentals in Toronto and Montreal. Her responsibilities include strategic planning, financial analysis, portfolio management and capital improvement planning of properties within her portfolio. Beginning her career at KPMG, Rachel was a senior accountant in the Financial Institution and Real Estate Practice and primarily focused on the audit of real estate clients. Rachel is passionate about community engagement and has volunteered with organizations such as Junior Achievement Canada and EmpowHERto as a mentor to youth in entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Lazaridis School of Business at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Siphelele Danisa (He/They) currently serves as a Research and Business Development Officer at the University of Toronto, where he supports strategic partnerships between industry and the Department of Computer Science. He has worked across the technology and finance sectors in research and applied science roles, with a focus on areas such as multi-agent systems, interest rate modeling and volatility dynamics. His academic background includes a Master of Science in Applied Computing from the University of Toronto and in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cape Town.

Siphelele is deeply committed to social justice and actively explores models for restructuring societal systems to build sustainable and self-sufficient, care-centered frameworks for marginalized communities. His community engagement efforts bridge grassroots action with systemic change. He is an avid runner, fundraiser, dedicated advocate for equity and inclusive community development and proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Susan Anderson (She/Her) has spent her career pursuing her passion for health equity and addressing the social determinants of health. She currently serves as the Manager of Research and Evaluation for 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline at The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). Past roles include coordinating CAMH’s intake system, launching a walk-in service, and researching programs within Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario. Having supported many initiatives to improve services for the priority populations Sherbourne Health serves, she has long admired Sherbourne Health’s role in the community. In her spare time, Susan enjoys baking, exploring Toronto and getting to know people from all walks of life who call Toronto home.

Tony Discenza (He/Him) is the Director of the CEO office and Board Liaison at Kensington Health, having previously held roles in corporate planning, Prior to joining Kensington Health, he worked in consumer health brand management on brands including Waterpik, RUB 1535, Gravol and Anusol.

He also lectures on Professional Competencies in the Physician Assistant Program at McMaster University, delivering education on health systems, health policy and healthcare funding. In addition, he serves as an Academic Assistant in Management Analytics at the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University.

When not in a boardroom or a classroom, Tony can be found in the rehearsal hall as Music Director (and Treasurer) of Gayly Forward, Toronto’s 2SLGBTQ+ marching band. He is also a French horn player and music director for productions with various community theatre groups and orchestras across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.