Our Leadership

Board of Directors

Antoinette Lewis

Antoinette Lewis

President

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Antoinette Lewis began volunteering at BGC Durham in March 2022 after witnessing the significant impact the organization has on the lives of young people in the community, including her own children. In October 2022, she joined the Board of Directors to contribute to BGC at a deeper level.

Antoinette was called to the bar in Ontario in 2008. She started her career in Toronto, practicing mainly criminal law. She subsequently opened her own firm while also working with Legal Aid Ontario, and teaching law courses in Continuing Education at Seneca College. After having her second child, Antoinette joined Legal Aid Ontario on a full-time basis, where she is currently employed. She works in Durham providing legal assistance to youth and lower income individuals dealing with matters in criminal law and family law.

Michael Scarbeau

Michael Scarbeau

Vice President

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Michael Scarbeau is the Vice President and head of Information Technology for HSB Canada. With over 20 years of experience in information management, technology, and strategy in both private and public organizations, Michael is an industry leader who supports the IT industry. He has a proven track record of transforming systems and teams into world-class performers. Michael holds a Computer Programming and Analysis Diploma from Seneca College.

Kamal Rajani

Kamal Rajani

Treasurer

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As a seasoned and purposeful finance leader, I have dedicated my extensive career exclusively to the not-for-profit and charitable sector. My focus has been on making a lasting impact through my commitment to organizational sustainability and financial stewardship. I have had a commendable 21-year journey within a prominent national conservation organization, where I navigated the complexities of financial management and strategic planning. Before that, I honed my financial leadership skills at a first-world non-profit, international school located in the third world.

Throughout my career, I have remained steadfast in my dedication to mission-driven organizations committed to positively impacting communities and the environment. My knowledge and leadership skills are rooted in a deep passion for serving others and driving meaningful change.

I am excited to contribute my unique blend of experience and strategic vision to the Boys and Girls Club, an organization that shares my values of inclusivity, empowerment, and community impact. We can create positive change and inspire the children and youth to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
Sean McNamara

Sean McNamara

Past President

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Sean McNamara is a resident of Bowmanville and long time supporter of BGC Durham. Sean was a board member from 2012 to 2018 and served as past president from 2016 to 2018.

Along with BGC Durham, Sean is also a long standing member on the Board of Directors for the OSCC55+ (Oshawa Senior Community Centres) and is currently 2nd Vice President and Past Finance Committee Chair.

Aside from community involvement, Sean is a Registered Insurance Broker with Bryson Insurance Brokers, specializing in providing risk solutions for business owners across Canada.

Rohit Khona

Rohit Khona

Director

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Rohit joined BGC Durham’s Board of Directors in July 2021 and is excited to be a part of this awesome organization. Growing up in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, he was a Club Member at the Caledonia Boys and Girls Club and credits the organization with his early success at school and finding a place in the community.

Rohit is currently a Partner & Head of Financial Services Consulting at Wipro Canada, a large Global IT & Services Company. His professional career spans 17 years in Banking & Financial Services, he worked at IBM, CGI, and was a co-founder for a start-up in the Renewable Energy Sector.

Rohit is an advocate for giving back and encouraging children and youth to reach their fullest potential, recognizing that they are Canada’s future. Outside of work, Rohit enjoys spending time with his young family with two children. He like to travel, engage with his community, and stays active by playing basketball, tennis, and golf.

Michelle Simms

Michelle Simms

Director

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As part of her commitment to life-long learning,  Michelle Simms re-trained as a Power Engineer at the age of 35. She is active in promoting issues related to women in the science and technology sector and was a founding member of the Durham College Women in Skilled Trades Society.  Michelle has worked for OPG Pickering since 2017 as a Nuclear Operator.  
 
Michelle strongly believes that actively giving through volunteering is necessary for the future well-being of our community. 

Senior Team

Marnie Smith

Interim Executive Director

905-728-5121 ext. 222
msmith@bgcdurham.com

Program Staff

Aquatics

Scott Leitch-Casey

Interim Director of Aquatics

905-728-5121 ext. 0
sleitchcasey@bgcdurham.com

Children’s Programs and Services

Bobbi Jo Riel

Director of Children & Youth Recreation Programs

905-436-3311 ext. 2871
bjriel@bgcdurham.com

Marcia Boone

Oshawa/Clarington Program Coordinator

Jenn Colliss

Learn On Coordinator

Haylee Hansen

Ajax/Pickering Program Coordinator

Tavish McMillan

Whitby Program Coordinator

Chantal Genereux

Inclusion Coordinator

Youth Justice Programs and Services

Jill Dallaire

Director of Youth Justice Services & Youth Justice Committee Coordinator

Victoria Melo

Enhanced Extrajudicial Sanctions Coordinator

Krystal Fletcher

Extrajudicial Measures Coordinator

Julie Chartier

Youth Outreach Worker

LeRoy Lyttle

Youth Outreach Worker

Kelly Welch

Youth Outreach Worker

905-260-5154
yow@bgcdurham.com

Nathanael Bailey

Youth Outreach Worker

Office Staff

Kate Ge

Finance Manager

905-728-5121 ext. 224
kge@bgcdurham.com

Jill Brennan

Office & Finance Coordinator

905-728-5121 ext. 226
jbrennan@bgcdurham.com

Brian Peirce

Maintenance Supervisor

Shari Pearson

Facility Rental Coordinator

905-728-5121 ext. 227
spearson@bgcdurham.com

Explore Our Accreditation and Customer Service Commitment!

BGC Durham is an accredited High Five organization and all staff are trained in Principles of Healthy Child Development in a recreational and sport setting.