President
Michaela Leuprecht (she) Reelected in 2023
An art historian by training, Michaela lived in many different countries before moving to Montreal with her family in 1997. All her adult life, she was involved in community organizations, in the hope of contributing to a more humane society. She is delighted to lend a hand at the Carrefour Solidaire because it allows her to combine her interest in social connections with her love of good food and gardening.
Vice-President
Karine Bernard (she) Reelected in 2024
With the health and well-being of individuals and communities at heart, Karine is involved in many ways at Carrefour Solidaire, notably with the collective gardens and with the CARAA. A nutritionist with a diploma in community health, she strives to contribute as best she can to improving food security and implementing the right to food.
Treasurer
Anne Joli-Coeur (she) Elected in 2024
Anne believes in what Carrefour solidaire does. Anne has experience on different types of boards and is a Certified Corporate Director, having completed the training program at Collège des Administrateurs. Anne wants to contribute to a positive, innovative project that has a real impact on the community and builds relationships. A resident of the Centre-Sud neighbourhood, she loves the idea of being on a board where she can get her hands dirty while contributing ideas and governance.
Secretary
Gabriel Salathé-Beaulieu (he) Reelected in 2024
Originally from Baie-Comeau, Gabriel studied economics and public administration in Quebec City, London, Ottawa and Paris. Since 2016, he has been working in Montreal, in the Centre-Sud neighborhood, mainly for the organization Territoires Innovants en Économie Sociale et Solidaire (TIESS) in addition to holding certain mandates related to his expertise: social impact measurement, evaluation and social economy research. Outside of work, you might spot him under headphones or out for a run, or potentially both at the same time.
Administrator and Employee
Kim Cinq Mars (she) kim@carrefoursolidaire.org Elected in 2025
Kim is Marché Solidaire Frontenac and 3 Paniers Alternative Grocery Store Coordinator at Carrefour solidaire. Employed since April 2021 and elected by the team’s electoral college in September 2025, she is proud to represent the team on the Board of Directors for her first term.
Administrator
Paul Hanson (he) Reelected in 2024
Born into a family of farmers and agronomists and having called Centre-Sud home for several years, Paul is originally from Saskatchewan. A member of the Carrefour Solidaire since his arrival in the Centre-Sud neighborhood, his interest in food stems in particular from all the time spent on farms. Paul is a professor in the English department at Champlain College.
Administrator
Gilian Blackell (she) Elected in 2025
A new resident of Centre-Sud, Gillian is deeply motivated by social justice and strongly believes in Carrefour solidaire’s mission. Recently retired after a career as a lawyer with the Department of Justice Canada, Gillian joined the board of directors in 2025 to continue her volunteer work with the organization and share her extensive experience in management and governance.
Administrator
Yassine Assekour (he) Elected in 2025
With a master’s degree in international management focused on cooperatives, Yassine has a deep understanding of democratic governance. A resident of the neighborhood, former Edible Education Facilitator at Carrefour solidaire, and volunteer in the kitchen, his hands-on experiences fuel his desire to contribute to the organization’s long-term vision.
Interested in Getting Involved as a Board Member?
You first need to be a member of the Carrefour Solidaire. If you would like to get involved in the governance of the organisation by joining the board of directors, you just have to submit your candidacy to the board elections in May of any given year. The election of board members takes place at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). Keep an eye out for our next call for candidates.
Get in touch with the codirectorship to learn more!
What is an Annual General Meeting?
The AGM is the moment when an organizations member elect their board of directors. It’s also an occasion for us to present an annual activity report to our members. In this report, we share our successes and challenges for the year. Members have the chance to ask questions about the organization’s financial reports, which are presented by an auditor. All in all, it’s a great chance to get to know the organization better!
What does a Board of Directors do?
As a non-profit organization, the Carrefour is supervised by a board of directors which is made up of volunteer members. The Board has legal responsibility for governance, contributes to the long-term vision of the organization, and makes sure that organization’s activities align with our mission. The Carrefour is fortunate to have a very active Board of Directors who work in collaboration with the employees on various issues through the following committees:
- Human resources
- Strategic planning
- Fundraising
- Finances
Requirements to Join the Board
Sitting on a board of directors is both a rewarding and demanding responsibility. It requires being over 18 years old and being ready to commit to a two-year term. Meetings of the Board of Directors are held once a month, with a summer break in July and August.