Governance
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Governance
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ONGWANADA’S
Board of Directors
Ongwanada’s Board of Directors and sub-committees provide leadership and direction to the agency’s senior management team while overseeing key aspects of performance.
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David Ariss
Chair
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Michael Dominik
Vice Chair
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Glen Cavanagh
Treasurer
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Dr. Lak Chinta
Secretary
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Dr. Elizabeth Grier
Chief of Medical Staff
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Dwight Boyce
Director
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Carol Cartier
Director
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Jennifer Gilmour
Director
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Amanda McCauley
Director
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Jill McCreary
Director
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Geoff McMullen
Director
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Kathy Pringle
Director
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Allan Twohey
Director
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Sandra Vellone
Director
Join Us
Interested in joining the Board of Directors
Fill out the form in the link below to apply for the Ongwanada Board of Directors.
ONGWANADA’S
Senior Leadership
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Dr. Lak Chinta
Chief Executive Officer
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2021 – 2024
Strategic Plan- A Plan for Changing Times
Ongwanada’s Board of Directors commissioned the 2021 strategic plan at the end of Vision 2020 – Ongwanada’s previous plan. This plan, providing essential direction to the organization, was developed from input provided in person, virtually, and in writing from over 200 individuals.
2021 – 2022
Operating Plan
The 2021-2022 Operating Plan is a document detailing progress and outlining activities within the fiscal year to move us toward our four strategic priorities.
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YEARLY
Annual Reports
The organization releases an Annual Report that outlines accomplishments. Ongwanada continues to fulfill and grow its mandate as a provider of specialized supports and services to some of the region’s most vulnerable residents while upholding its core values of Support, Respect, Choices.
2021 – 2022
Code of Ethics
Ongwanada holds a special place of trust within our community. As a result, the community extends opportunities and privileges to Ongwanada who, in return, commits to the adherence of high standards of expertise and ethical conduct.
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Transparency & Accountability
Fiscal Accountability
Ongwanada is committed to transparency and accountability. We support decisions that reflect the organization’s core values, guiding principles, mission, and strategic directions when allocating fiscal resources.
You’re Invited
Annual General Meeting
Members and the public are invited to join Ongwanada each year for the Annual General Meeting to review the affairs, including bylaws and highlights of the previous year.
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Quality & Safety
Accreditation
Ongwanada is committed to quality of care and service. Participation in the accreditation process is a key action by which we measure our clinical and operational performance against established health care provider standards.
Find Out how You Can Help
Support Us
There are many different ways to help the organization.
Have Questions?
Contact Us
Questions or concerns? We encourage you to reach out.
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Our Stories
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Our History
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