Our board members have played a variety of roles over the years. As the needs of the shelter evolve, the board adapts to meet those new challenges.
40 years ago, our board members regularly worked as hands-on volunteers in the shelter. At the time, there was no need for them to work on a capital campaign. Fast forward to today, and our needs have changed dramatically. Our new technologically advanced world demands that we have members with website experience and social media savvy. We also look for new members with the connections and skills that will help us meet our goals.
A perfect fit
We consider a number of factors when we choose new members for our Board of Directors, including:
- their interest in the proper care and stewardship of abused and abandoned animals
- their fit with our current initiatives
- the strength of their community contacts
Each board member gives the shelter about four hours of their time every month. Some board members also contribute by joining individual committees .
Do you have the skills we need? Contact us to find out more about joining our Board of Directors.
2025/2026 Board of Directors
Aaron Veinotte, Past President
Director – Brand and Creative Services, Medavie
Angela Martin, President
Business Relationship Manager – Strategic Planning | Information Technology, Halifax Regional Municipality
Erin Davison, Vice President
HR Manager, Shannex Inc.
Fay Dickinson, Treasurer
Senior Manager – Assurance and Advisory, Baker Tilly Nova Scotia
Liz Doyle-Willis, Secretary
Business System Analyst, Manulife
Directors
Charles Baxter
Florence MacLennan
Cherie Dufour-Sooley
Trish Lizée
Jenna Gromack
Wendy De Kimpe
Sophia McGean
Melanie Lewell
Amanda Ash
