Created in 1981, The Society of Sharing is an incorporated, charitable, non-profit organization that provides free services to isolated, lonely and frail seniors. All our programs are designed to reduce social isolation, promote social connection, and improve the well-being of housebound clients.
To improve the lives of isolated seniors in our community by connecting them with skilled volunteers who provide companionship and support.
To be recognized as a leader in providing skilled volunteer assistance to isolated seniors.
We believe in the fair treatment of all persons, that seniors have the right to live with dignity and respect.
Executive Director
Mariza has been with Society of Sharing since 1997. She holds an undergraduate degree in Social Work and a Masters Degree in Divinity from the University of St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto. She is certified in Management of Human Service Organizations, Chaplaincy Studies and Essentials of Fundraising Program. She is recognized in the industry as an expert in the volunteer-based model of delivering community services and has an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing isolated seniors.
President
Wei Lin William Chung is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a Certified Public Accountant (Illinois), with two decades of experience in various roles in the areas of Technology Investment, Change Management, Financial Performance Management and Planning.
Vice-President
Paul Petrelli holds an Honours B.A. with specialization in English and Political Science from the University of Toronto, a Juris Doctorate from the University of Windsor School of Law, and a Global Professional Masters of Law degree from the University of Toronto School of Law. He has worked in the life insurance industry for over 20 years in legal, finance and compliance roles. Paul is currently the President & CEO of Assuris, the not-for-profit organization that protects Canadian policyholders if their life insurance company fails.
Treasurer
Leila Salama holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business and a B.B.A with a minor in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University. She is currently a Senior Manager at the Bank of Montreal. Leila has over 15 years of experience in Financial Institutions and has held progressive roles in Finance, Business Management, Portfolio Management and Process Optimization.
Secretary
Katherine Warzecha completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Toronto. She is a Project Management Professional (PMP®) with over 12 years of experience in the health and mental health sectors. She currently works at the national office of The Canadian Mental Health Association where she implements projects and programs nationally.
Karen Hawkins is currently a People and Culture Manager with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Karen holds a B.A. with specialization in French from York University Glendon College, an Honours B.Comm from Laurentian University and a Certificate in Human Resources Management from Humber College.
Erica is an organizational psychologist, management consultant, and coach specializing in helping organizations be more high-performing. Presently, she is a Managing Consultant at MacPhie & Company, providing strategic advisory and organizational development support to her clients in the non-profit, healthcare, mental health, and government sectors.
Samantha Sohal is a Director for the Corporate Development team at Sun Life Financial, where she contributes to mergers and acquisitions and venture investment activity across all business lines.
David Jachimowicz holds a B.Com from McGill University, an LL.B from Osgoode Hall Law School and an MBA from the Schulich School of Business. He has practiced law in the area of banking and financial services both in private practice and in-house for over 10 years and is currently associate general counsel to HSBC Bank Canada. David has previously served on the boards of directors of numerous other charitable organizations, and has been a volunteer in Society of Sharing's Friendly Visitors program.
Rodrigo Borges is a business developer pursuing his Executive MBA at Rotman School of Management. He has almost two decades of experience in various roles in Creative Direction, Marketing, Social Media, Project Management (PMP, ACP, PSPO) and Business Development. Currently, he is the VP of Global Sales for Spin Eng.
Candida Lisa Telles is pursuing certification as a Business Analyst, and received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of Guyana and Certificate in Health Informatics at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has 15 years of experience within the public service and healthcare in areas of project management and process improvement. Currently, she is a Business Analyst at Mississauga Halton Home and Community Care Support Services.