OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dancing with Parkinson’s would like to introduce you to the incredibly talented and generous board members who are donating their time and expertise to the DWP program.
Sarah Robichaud, Director
Sarah Robichaud founded DWP in Toronto in 2008. Ms. Robichaud is the lead dance instructor for the classes at the 99 Sudbury location. Sarah is consistently delivering presentations and workshops exemplifying the merits of Dancing with Parkinson's to medical professionals and those directly affected by the disease. Her mission is to have the class available in many locations throughout the province.
Sarah Robichaud founded DWP in Toronto in 2008. Ms. Robichaud is the lead dance instructor for the classes at the 99 Sudbury location. Sarah is consistently delivering presentations and workshops exemplifying the merits of Dancing with Parkinson's to medical professionals and those directly affected by the disease. Her mission is to have the class available in many locations throughout the province.
Marcia McNabb CA, CFA, Treasurer
Marcia McNabb is the VP, Finance & Administration for Luminato, Toronto Festival of Arts and Creativity. It gives her great pleasure to be involved with the DWP program to help PD dancers rise to their artistic potential.
Marcia McNabb is the VP, Finance & Administration for Luminato, Toronto Festival of Arts and Creativity. It gives her great pleasure to be involved with the DWP program to help PD dancers rise to their artistic potential.
Dr. Tiffany Chow, Chair of Medical Advisory Committee
Dr. Tiffany Chow is a Clinician-Scientist at the Rotman Research Institute, staff Behavioural Neurologist at Baycrest's Brain Health Centre Memory Disorders Clinic, and holds a dual appointment as Assistant Professor of Neurology and Geriatric Psychiatry with the University of Toronto. Dr. Chow is chair of the DWP medical advisory committee.
Dr. Tiffany Chow is a Clinician-Scientist at the Rotman Research Institute, staff Behavioural Neurologist at Baycrest's Brain Health Centre Memory Disorders Clinic, and holds a dual appointment as Assistant Professor of Neurology and Geriatric Psychiatry with the University of Toronto. Dr. Chow is chair of the DWP medical advisory committee.
Andy Barrie, Chair
Andy Barrie is a 25 year veteran of radio and broadcasting. In 2007 Andy learned he had Parkinson's disease and a year later, thanks to Dancing with Parkinson's, learned how to do the tango.
Andy Barrie is a 25 year veteran of radio and broadcasting. In 2007 Andy learned he had Parkinson's disease and a year later, thanks to Dancing with Parkinson's, learned how to do the tango.
Erin Wahl, Secretary
In addition to acting as the Secretary for DWP Erin Wahl also works for Women’s retailer Aritzia as a Senior Buyer. It is there Erin’s passion for fashion is fulfilled along with her savvy business & management skills. Erin’s passion for life and great style sense were inherited from her life mentors; her Mother & Grandmother both of who are battling Parkinson’s disease. Her work with DWP allows her to keep them close to her heart in addition to helping others battling the disease.
In addition to acting as the Secretary for DWP Erin Wahl also works for Women’s retailer Aritzia as a Senior Buyer. It is there Erin’s passion for fashion is fulfilled along with her savvy business & management skills. Erin’s passion for life and great style sense were inherited from her life mentors; her Mother & Grandmother both of who are battling Parkinson’s disease. Her work with DWP allows her to keep them close to her heart in addition to helping others battling the disease.
Susan Shiels, Director
Susan Shiels is currently the Operations Manager for AT&T Global Network Services Canada Co. Seven years before this she was the Marketing Manager for Canada and was responsible for all marketing, fund raising and event planning. Susan is looking forward to reviving her event planning and marketing skills to contribute to fundraising and organizing events for Dancing with Parkinson’s. She is thrilled to be part of this board and to contribute to enhancing the lives of PD dancers.
Susan Shiels is currently the Operations Manager for AT&T Global Network Services Canada Co. Seven years before this she was the Marketing Manager for Canada and was responsible for all marketing, fund raising and event planning. Susan is looking forward to reviving her event planning and marketing skills to contribute to fundraising and organizing events for Dancing with Parkinson’s. She is thrilled to be part of this board and to contribute to enhancing the lives of PD dancers.
Joyce Lagunoff, Director
Recently retired having worked for more than 25 years in the field of Aging as a Social Work Administrator, Joyce has had first had knowledge both professionally and personally with Parkinson's disease. She is delighted to join the Board and assist with the remarkable work of DWP.
Recently retired having worked for more than 25 years in the field of Aging as a Social Work Administrator, Joyce has had first had knowledge both professionally and personally with Parkinson's disease. She is delighted to join the Board and assist with the remarkable work of DWP.