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Johanne Thompson | Executive Director

Originally from London, Ontario, Johanne Thompson is an experienced Executive Director with over two decades of leadership experience in the social services, healthcare, and community sectors.

Johanne is dedicated to fostering healthy organizations that serve the community. She has successfully led organizations on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Her leadership is characterized by her advocacy for change at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels, particularly in championing the rights of vulnerable populations and families.

She holds degrees in Honours Music Therapy (Voice, 2001) and Psychology (2000) from the University of Windsor, Ontario, and has recently completed her MBA through the University of Fredericton.

Johanne brings a wealth of experience in administration, social services, program planning, human resources, recreation management, advocacy, and leadership. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, directing, and performing in community theatre productions.

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