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
Jacinthe McCabe (she) Elected in 2023
Trained in collective businesses management (MBA), Jacinthe has over 40 years’ experience in accounting and financial management in NPOs and social economy enterprises. She has held human resources management positions as administrative director of a workers’ coop and general manager of an Auberge du cœur. As a volunteer, Jacinthe participated for several years in various social economy project analysis committees. She has a keen interest in the fight against social exclusion, strategic planning and teamwork.
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
Lizzie Slattery (she) lizzie@carrefoursolidaire.org Elected in 2024
Lizzie is Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator at Carrefour solidaire. Employed since September 2021 and re-elected by the team’s electoral college in August 2024, she is proud to represent the team on the Board of Directors for her second term.
Administrator
Maude St-Georges (she) Reelected in 2024
Maude is a lawyer, specializing in the field of health law. She is passionate about everything related to food. Creative, dynamic and solution-oriented, she chose to get involved with the Carrefour Solidaire because she firmly believes in the positive impacts, both individual and collective, that food autonomy and access to fresh and local food bring.
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
Pierrette Rayle (she) Elected in 2023
Retired from the Quebec Court of Appeal in 2020, Pierrette has volunteered on a number of boards. She also has extensive experience with various public organizations. Pierrette has been involved with Carrefour solidaire CCA for 2 years as a donor and volunteer for the gardens, Marché Frontenac, for the events Bols du partage and with the finance committee.
Administrator
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.
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.