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The Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation is led by a diverse and committed volunteer Board of Directors who give of their time and resources to help support our vision of a healthy, resilient Lake Simcoe and it’s surrounding land that will enrich our lives for generations to come. Our mission is to raise funds for the environmental and educational initiatives of Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority that lessen the impact of climate change and inspire action.
Call for Board Candidates
The application period is now closed. Thank you to all who applied.
Contact LSCF Executive Director, Cheryl Taylor with questions.
2023-2024 Board of Directors
Sarah Kurtz, Acting President
Senior Engineer, SCS Consulting Group
Sarah is a Senior Engineer at SCS Consulting Group and leads a group of engineers that are responsible for the management and technical execution of a wide variety of engineering projects, many in the Lake Simcoe watershed. Sarah has a strong connection to nature and incredible desire to give back to the community. Sarah has served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 2019.
Clarence Lui, Secretary Treasurer
Partner, Reain Lui Stock LLP
Clarence has practiced law for the last 19 years and has served on many local committees. Through his professional and personal experiences, he has developed a keen interest in environmental preservation and protection. Living locally in the Lake Simcoe watershed, Clarence is a frequent user of our trail systems and see’s first hand the impact of the work of the Foundation and the Authority. Clarence has been serving on the LSCF Board of Directors since 2021.
Marvin Geist, Past President
Lawyer, Marvin Geist Professional Corporation
Marvin has been practicing law since 1975. With offices in the city of Vaughan and the town of Innisfil, his expertise is in corporate/commercial and real estate law. Marvin lives on Lake Simcoe, and has enjoyed it immensely since boyhood. He has been President of the largest ratepayers group on Lake Simcoe and former Director on the Federation of Ontario Cottagers Association to name a few. Marvin has served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 2017.
Matthew Allen
Regional Vice President, Certification - America's RINA S.P.A.
Matthew Allen brings his experience as a Professional Environmental Engineer and global Executive, having served in the Sustainability, Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) and Professional Services fields for 25 years. Matthew has a Bachelors and Masters of Chemical & Environmental Engineering from the Royal Military College of Canada and has served as a Naval Officer. Matthew has spoken and published internationally on various scientific and sustainability topics. Matthew is an active national professional development instructor and bilingual in French. Matthew was born and raised in Ottawa, Canada and currently lives and works from home near Belwood, Ontario. He is an active outdoorsman, nature and animal lover, hobby farmer, husband and father to 3 active teenagers. Matthew has been a Board member since 2023.
Joanne Barnett
Vice President, Planning and Development, The Kerbel Group Inc, Andrin Homes Ltd.
Joanne is a Registered Professional Planner and Executive who has generously supported the Foundation for decades. A dedicated community volunteer, Joanne has served as the Co-Chair of the Connect Campaign to build the new Nature Centre at Scanlon Creek since 2019 and is serving on the Foundation Board to advocate for more community awareness of the impact of our work and ultimately generate more support, so that our watershed can be healthier and more resilient. Joanne has been a Board member since 2023.
Geoff Dawe
Community Volunteer
Geoff was Mayor of the Town of Aurora from 2010 to 2018. During this time, he was also a member of York Regional Council and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board of Directors, which he chaired for four years. He was a member of the Southlake Health Centre Board of Directors, including the Audit, Governance, IT and Quality Committees. Since leaving Public Office he has been a Director with the Aurora Historical Society, Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation, and Sport Aurora. In 2024, he finished his term with the Southlake Foundation Board, and is delighted to have been accepted as a member of the Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation Board. Prior to entering politics, he was President and CEO of Quality Integrators Corporation, providing quality management solutions to Fortune 100 corporations. He has been an active volunteer in his community for over 40 years, and in 2012 was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal in recognition of his volunteer and public service.
Susana Donaldson
Founder, Goodwash Soap Inc
Susana is a business professional with over 10 years of experience in data analytics and consumer research. She holds an MBA from York University and a degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo. As a resident of the Lake Simcoe watershed and a member of the Musselman’s Lake community, Susana is passionate about conserving the health and natural beauty of our lakes and watershed for future generations. Sue has served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 2022.
Ahmed ElGanzouri
Director, Sustainability, Magna International
Ahmed is a newcomer to working in the Lake Simcoe watershed, and is enthusiastic about the now-more-than-ever-important-work of the Conservation Authority and Foundation. His work at Magna International focuses on sustainability efforts and initiatives with a people-centric approach and he is excited to tackle todays Climate Change issues through collaboration and diversity of thought. Ahmed’s passion for nature is re-ignited each time he see’s a child’s eye light up when they turn over a rock and discover a whole ecosystem. Ahmed has served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 2023.
Randy Greenlaw
Mayor, Township of Oro-Medonte
LSRCA Vice Chair and LSCF Representative
Randy Greenlaw grew up in Hillsdale, Ontario before attending Trent University where he graduated with an Honors Degree in Business Administration and Policy Studies. For over 25 years, Randy worked for a number of corporate leaders such as Labatt Breweries and Akzo Nobel. Today, Randy and his brother run a successful small business focused on servicing the Central Ontario market.
Geoff Masotti
Director, GTA East; Manager, Bradford Office, C.F. Crozier & Associates
Director of GTA East and Manager of the Crozier Bradford Office location, Geoff is responsible for overall business and delivery performance, and providing leadership in business development and community relations. With almost 20 years in the industry, Geoff has extensive knowledge and experience in Community Master Planning, Stormwater Management, servicing capacity studies, and Infrastructure Management and Design. Geoff is passionate about the Foundation’s mission, believing that the health and prosperity of the watershed is of paramount importance for the long-term sustainability of our environment.
Clare Riepma
Councillor, City of Barrie
LSRCA Chair and LSCF Representative
Clare is president at Riepma Consultants Incorporated, as well as Councillor, Ward 1, for the City of Barrie. As a husband, father, grandfather, business owner, urban planner, engineer, mediator and councillor, Clare brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
Brad Rogers
President, Groundswell Urban Planners
Brad has decades of consulting Engineering and Planning experience in Ontario and is currently President at Groundswell Urban Planners in Richmond Hill. Brad holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) and is a full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) as a Registered Professional Planner (RPP). Brad has always lived and worked in the Lake Simcoe watershed and is passionate about taking care of it. Brad has served previously on the Foundation Board from 2011-2017, as President and Past President. Brad has served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 2022.
Sheila Stewart
Realtor, Main Street Realty, Newmarket
An experienced sales representative with a demonstrated history of working in the real estate industry, Sheila is skilled in negotiation, waterfront property, pre-construction, and resale. Sheila has been an active member of the York Region community for over 25 years and is very passionate about protecting our natural elements throughout the region.
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