Board of Directors

Jennifer Kodis

President

Jennifer Kodis is a retired healthcare leader from Hamilton Health Sciences.  From 2009 until 2021, Jennifer held Director roles that spanned the healthcare continuum, including Emergency Care, Medicine, Specialized Geriatric Services and Rehabilitation.  She has led a number of program development and quality improvement initiatives in these areas.  She values, and believes in capitalizing on, the uniqueness everyone brings to the table during such endeavours.

Jennifer has her Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics from the University Guelph, and her Masters of Health Science in Health Administration from the University of Toronto.

Jennifer is a Certified Health Executive, and has been a member of the Canadian College of Health Leaders since 2008.

Jennifer lives in Grimsby, and enjoys a family cottage near Port Colborne.  She volunteers in her local community, she likes reading, theatre and spending time with her large family.

Chelsey Lapointe

Vice President

Chelsey Lapointe obtained an undergraduate degree with a major in Criminology and a minor in Psychology from St. Thomas University and her Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa.  She then commenced her articles with a defence lawyer in Ottawa and concluded her articles with the Niagara Crown Attorney’s Office. Having relocated to the Niagara Region to article she has since made it her home.  Following her articles she has continued her career with the Crown Attorney’s Office and is now working in Haldimand County.  Her legal career has focused on criminal law wherein she has worked on various prosecutions involving domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, impaired driving and more.

She spends her spare time with her husband, kids and dog.  Her children are engaged in various activities with which she attends and assists.

Edwin Leung

Treasurer

Edwin Leung graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2005 and obtained his CPA, CA designation 2008. He is currently working in a local accounting firm as the senior audit manager. He has over 15 years of professional accounting experience.

He has also been a Director on two Boards of other local organizations where he held various roles as Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer. He also sat on various committees, such as the executive committee and audit committee.

Edwin resides in St. Catharines and on his day off, you will find him on a golf course. He is also a big fan of Blue Jays and was able to witness a no-hitter and a one-hitter in a MLB game.

Nancy Raimondo

Secretary

Nancy Raimondo currently works in Niagara Falls in the position of Chief Procurement Officer. Her previous positions include Chief Financial Officer and Human Resource Manager.

Nancy has served on the boards of directors for North Niagara Community Legal Assoc., Community Living Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln and Start Me Up Niagara. Currently, she holds the position of Treasurer and Director of Governance for UNACTO.

Nancy lives in St. Catharines with her husband and together they have two children and three grandchildren. She enjoys family time, camping, and hiking with her dog Ella.

Anthony Reitboeck

Past President

Anthony Reitboeck obtained an undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Ottawa and a degree in law from the University of Calgary. He then articled and practiced at a small firm in Eastern Ontario before moving to Jones, Jamieson & Redekop in Ridgeway. He has a general practice, with a primary focus in the areas of matrimonial and child protection law.

He has served on the boards of directors of Community Living Fort Erie and of the Winchester District Memorial Hospital as well as volunteering in numerous positions in his local church. He is currently the president of the Fort Erie Bar Association and serves on the executive committee of the Welland County Law Association.

He lives with his wife and three children. His hobbies include martial arts and piano.

Anas Abidrabbu

Director

Anas Abidrabbu brings over 15 years of experience in healthcare technology and product management Anas specializes in implementing innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient experiences and outcomes.

His background includes leading large-scale projects such as nationwide electronic health record implementations and managing multi-million dollar healthcare initiatives across different countries. Anas holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and certifications in Agile Project Management and Canadian Healthcare Navigation.

Passionate about leveraging technology to enhance community well-being. He believes in the power of innovation and collaboration to create positive change in healthcare and social services.

Belinda Anderson

Director

Belinda is a registered Social Worker, graduating with an honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Brock University, a Bachelor of Social Work from McMaster University and a Master of Social Work from Dalhousie University. Recently retired from the child welfare sector after 23 years, Belinda is currently working as a social worker, and with care coordination in the Niagara Health System.

With almost 25 years working and volunteering in human services, Belinda’s passion and advocacy has been centred in working within child welfare and with survivors of trauma, violence and oppression. With work spanning across direct service of crisis and clinical intervention, program and policy development and accountability audits, Belinda strives to be an ally and support others.

Belinda lives in the Niagara region with her partner and two rescue dogs. Outside of work, Belinda’s interests include travelling, animals of all sizes and exploring our wine region.

Marc MacDonald

Director

Marc MacDonald is an award-winning communications professional, focusing on bringing ideas and people together to create connected communities. A graduate of Brock University’s Communications, Popular Culture, and Film program, including a minor in Professional Writing, Marc has spent the last decade working in education and municipal government and is currently the Chief Communications & Engagement Officer at the City of Welland.

As a community builder, Marc is skilled at tailoring messages and delivering results on projects affecting a broad range of demographics and interests. As a writer, Marc’s background began in journalism and continues in his current communications role as a speechwriter, copywriter, and editor for all City of Welland communications.

Devon Rowan

Director

Devon is the Corporate Secretary at PenFinancial Credit Union, and has developed positions such as Executive Assistant and Project Management Specialist over the past 7 years. She has worked strategically with senior leaders, C-Suite executives and Board of Directors to help drive the organization to achieve its mission, and is excited to bring this experience to serve as a Board Director of Birchway Niagara.

She has earned certificates in Human Resources Management with honours from Sheridan College, and Project Management through the Sauder School of Business at the University of B.C., and is certified as a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma practice.

She resides in Welland with her husband, children and pets, is an avid movie watcher, and is passionate about giving back to the Niagara community.

Narissa Sawh

Director

Narissa is a seasoned technology and transformation leader that is passionate about driving change, results and building successful teams. Narissa brings over two decades of technology experience from both public and private sectors.

Narissa holds several professional certifications and is currently completing her Master’s degree in Business Administration with York University in the UK. Narissa is also a published author of a children’s book “A Cup Full of Wishes” that is a winner of the Canadian Book Award. She is proud to donate all sales to international women and children’s charities that are near and dear to her heart.

Narissa resides in Niagara with her dog (Lulu). When she is not working Narissa enjoys spending time with her family, friends and travelling. She also has a great passion for wine and holds several certifications as well. Narissa describes her passion for wine as tasting a moment from the past and discovering the world one beautiful glass at a time.

Chamanjit Sidhu

Director

Chamanjit Sidhu is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Worker and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). Chamanjit graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Social Work from York University and a Master of Social work from the University of Windsor for working professionals program.

With more than 20 years of experience working with individuals, families, children, and adolescents, in a not-for-profit environment, Chamanjit has been able to address a multitude of issues from settlement, domestic violence, trauma and addictions to anxiety, depression, behavioural and emotional dysregulation.  Apart from being soft spoken, Chamanjit is a strong advocator for the individuals she works with.

Chamanjit is currently working with the Canadian Mental Health Association of Niagara, as well as operating her private practice in Niagara Falls. She is quite passionate in her line of work and practices her daily life mantras of listening with empathy, understanding and compassion and enriching, empowering those she is in contact with so that they can reach their optimal goals.

Chamanjit lives in Niagara on the Lake with her husband and three wonderful children. In her spare time, she loves to cook various cultural foods, clean and organize things, listen to music, and go for long walks.

Deep Singh

Director

Deep is a seasoned technology leader with 15 years of experience, passionate about driving digital transformation and helping organizations unlock real value through technology. An engineer by profession and an AI enthusiast, he currently serves as a Sr. AI Architect for a large software company in Toronto. Deep holds a variety of certifications focused on Technology, People, Process, Change, and Org Management from renowned organizations. Recently, he completed a Leadership Principles Certificate from Harvard Business School.

He has also volunteered with various organizations in the past to raise funds, distribute food, and has led ERG groups within his company.

Deep resides in Niagara-on-the-Lake with his wife and their 2-year-old child. In his leisure time, he enjoys playing racquet sports, staying updated on the latest tech, vacationing with his family, and tasting wines across the Niagara region.

Saroj Vasant

Director

Saroj is a UK educated Compliance Specialist in the Financial Services industry with over 2 decades of proven leadership in the development and delivery of proactive strategies to manage regulatory risk at major Canadian banks and multinational corporations.

Saroj currently works part time for Coast Capital credit union as the Ombudsperson responsible for ensuring all complaints are investigated in a fair and impartial manner. Prior to this role, she led an enterprise wide project to successfully achieve Federal credit union status for the BC based credit union making it only the second credit union in Canada to achieve this accreditation.

Saroj resides in Niagara on the Lake with her husband and dog (Daisy). In her spare time, she is actively involved as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and a local animal rescue charity. Her other interests include reading and traveling and she managed to visit 50 countries before she turned 50!