The Halton Children’s Aid Society’s Board of Directors is composed of a minimum of ten (10) members elected for a three-year term. Board members are elected at the Annual General Meeting. Those interested in participating as a Director should submit a letter of interest to the Board Secretary.
Board of Directors - 2023-24
Eslyn Blair was elected to the Board of Directors on September 26, 2018. With over 30 years of management experience, Eslyn has served as the Managing Director of Everest Home Health Care since 2005. In addition to her professional achievements, Eslyn has a rich musical background and is an accomplished pianist and organist. She has been a member of the Oakville Symphony (1st Violin) for more than 15 years. Eslyn was elected to the position of Board Chair on June 26, 2024.
Steve Cranna was elected to the Board of Directors on March 22, 2023. Steve has served in a number of non-staff roles with Halton CAS over the past 15 years including as a member of the Board from 2010 to 2019. Steve is Director of Business Development and Government Relations in the durable medical equipment sector.
Renée Mahoney was elected to the Board of Directors on September 20, 2023. She is a Lawyer employed by the Ministry of the Attorney General in the Halton Region.
Janice May was elected to the Board of Directors on June 23, 2021.Following a career in the public service managing social services systems for adults, children and vulnerable persons, Janice now devotes time to volunteer work with community organizations and pursuing varied and ever-expanding personal interests. Janice is the current Governance Committee Chair.
Brendan Neil was elected to the Board of Directors on July 30, 2019. Brendan was certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Criminal Law in 2011. As a member of the Children’s Rights Legal Panel of the Office of the Children’s Lawyer, he worked with youth and the Court system to advocate and ensure the opinions and views of the child were considered in family law disputes. Brendan was elected to the position of Vice Chair on June 26, 2024.
Mike Reid was elected to the Board of Directors on February 22, 2023, and also served on the Board from 2012 to 2021. Mike is Vice President, North American Distribution for a global leader in business communications. He is currently the Chair of the Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee.
Terrence Rodriguez was elected to the Board of Directors on September 20, 2023. Terrence is a trans male, second generation LatinX/European settler and social worker who works with 2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC youth including youth in Halton Region.
Joyce See was elected to the Board of Directors on June 18, 2014, and currently holds the position of Past Chair. Joyce has extensive experience in public health policy, community development and health promotion.
Nupur Thurumalla was elected to the Board of Directors on June 26, 2024. With over 15 years of experience in Strategy and Transformation in the financial services sector, she is a seasoned leader dedicated to leveraging technology for impactful change. She is committed to driving meaningful outcomes for our communities and has previously run programs supporting women's well-being.
Emad Elsayed was elected to the Board of Directors on March 31, 2025, and was also a member of the Board from 2012 to 2023. Emad has over 40 years’ experience in the energy sector and is a member of the Ontario Energy Board. He currently also serves on the Board of Directors of the John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington and Area.
Board Meetings 2025
- January 23, 2025
- March 5, 2025 - Board Retreat
- May 7, 2025
- June 4, 2025
**Summer Recess**
- September 3, 2025
- October 1, 2025
- November 5, 2025
Delegations to Board of Directors' Meetings
Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be open to the public except in cases where matters are confidential and the meeting is deemed closed. Members of the public are required to inform the Board, through the Board Chair, of their attendance not later than one business day in advance of the meeting. Members of the public attending the Board of Directors’ meeting are observers and are not to participate in the discussion of the meeting. Individuals or groups wishing to appear before the Board of Directors shall advise the Board Chair, in writing, no later than 4:30 pm on the Wednesday prior to the meeting.