Sincerely,
The West Toronto Chapter Board
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With the expertise and involvement of members, we create awareness of workplace issues, promote excellence in human resources management practices and provide services that support the HR community, knowledge-sharing and continuous professional development.
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About Leadership
Ann Tavares, CHRL
Chapter Chair
Ann Tavares, CHRL, brings over 25 years experience in Human Resources Management. As Managing Partner of HR Logic, an independent HR consulting company offering services to small to medium-sized organizations across a variety of industry sectors, Ann works closely with senior executives, providing strategic HR management and execution. A member of HRPA since 1991, Ann started volunteering as a student and in the years since has worked at annual conferences, mentored and been an active member on two of the Membership sub-committees. She is a graduate of King’s University College at Western and the post-graduate HRM program of Humber College.
Michael Greenwood, CPA, CA, CFP, TEP
Chapter Chair Elect
Michael Greenwood CPA, CA, CFP, TEP brings over 25 years of experience in finance, consulting and business operations. He has specialized in providing insurance and group benefits solutions for the past 15 years. Before launching Pelorus’ benefits practice, he worked for one of Canada’s leading life insurance companies. Prior to entering the insurance industry, Michael worked for a national consulting firm and in the private sector in various financial and senior operational roles. Michael regularly speaks and writes about employee benefits, corporate culture and workplace wellness.
Jenn Guglick, CHRL
Chair, Chapter Communications
Jenn brings 10+ years of experience in the Hospitality/Food & Beverage industry, and HR specific background as a Recruiter, Generalist, Business Partner, and Manager. She holds a BA (Hons) from Brock University, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Humber College.
Jenn has a passion for communication and engagement, and has been an active member of the West Toronto HRPA Chapter since 2013.
Mark Gernon, CHRP, CHRL
Secretary/Treasurer
Mark has over 20 years of human resources experience with a focus in labour relations in multiple industries and sectors including the public sector, hospitality, transportation and construction.
Mark owns a consultancy practice providing clients with human resources advisory services and representation including collective bargaining, grievance and attendance management, WSIB and disability claim management, and workplace / management training.
Mark volunteers with the West Toronto HRPA committees, and previously volunteered with Toronto Police for 23 years.
Janet LeClair, CHRP, CHRL
Chair, Chapter Mentorship
With broad expertise in human resources, finance, and communications, Janet has over two decades of experience working both in the private and public sector. Currently as an HR Consultant she enjoys helping start-ups build out their HR infrastructure and position their company for growth. Currently on the Board of JobStart, a non-profit organization that was recently integrated with WoodGreen Community Services, she has served in such roles as Secretary to the Board, and Chair of the Nominating & Governance Committee. She has participated in The Mentoring Partnership (TMP) program, delivered by JobStart, in partnership with The Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC). Previous board experience includes three terms with BioTalent Canada and a year with York Technology Association (YTA). With a certificate in Governance Leadership for Non-profit Boards from Boardmatch-Altruvest, Janet is a graduate of Ryerson University’s Business Administration Program and the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, Advanced Program in Human Resources. As a member of HRPA since 2000, she holds a Certified Human Resource Leader (CHRL) designation.
Lovel Dhir
Chair, Chapter Programs
Lovel is a member of the Human Resources Team at Cardinal Health Canada Inc, where she supports their largest Canadian distribution facility. Her main focus is to provide effective coaching and advice to People Leaders, while enhancing the culture and employee engagement that leads to achieve high business results aligned with the company’s core values. She is very passionate about her work and is motivated and driven by the opportunity to add value and make a difference at her organization and through her volunteer position with the HRPAWT.
Ann Tavares, CHRL
Chapter Chair
Ann Tavares, CHRL, brings over 25 years experience in Human Resources Management. As Managing Partner of HR Logic, an independent HR consulting company offering services to small to medium-sized organizations across a variety of industry sectors, Ann works closely with senior executives, providing strategic HR management and execution. A member of HRPA since 1991, Ann started volunteering as a student and in the years since has worked at annual conferences, mentored and been an active member on two of the Membership sub-committees. She is a graduate of King’s University College at Western and the post-graduate HRM program of Humber College.
Michael Greenwood, CPA, CA, CFP, TEP
Chapter Chair Elect
Michael Greenwood CPA, CA, CFP, TEP brings over 25 years of experience in finance, consulting and business operations. He has specialized in providing insurance and group benefits solutions for the past 15 years. Before launching Pelorus’ benefits practice, he worked for one of Canada’s leading life insurance companies. Prior to entering the insurance industry, Michael worked for a national consulting firm and in the private sector in various financial and senior operational roles. Michael regularly speaks and writes about employee benefits, corporate culture and workplace wellness.
Jenn Guglick, CHRL
Chair, Chapter Communications
Jenn brings 10+ years of experience in the Hospitality/Food & Beverage industry, and HR specific background as a Recruiter, Generalist, Business Partner, and Manager. She holds a BA (Hons) from Brock University, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Humber College.
Jenn has a passion for communication and engagement, and has been an active member of the West Toronto HRPA Chapter since 2013.
Mark Gernon, CHRP, CHRL
Secretary/Treasurer
Mark has over 20 years of human resources experience with a focus in labour relations in multiple industries and sectors including the public sector, hospitality, transportation and construction.
Mark owns a consultancy practice providing clients with human resources advisory services and representation including collective bargaining, grievance and attendance management, WSIB and disability claim management, and workplace / management training.
Mark volunteers with the West Toronto HRPA committees, and previously volunteered with Toronto Police for 23 years.
Janet LeClair, CHRP, CHRL
Chair, Chapter Mentorship
With broad expertise in human resources, finance, and communications, Janet has over two decades of experience working both in the private and public sector. Currently as an HR Consultant she enjoys helping start-ups build out their HR infrastructure and position their company for growth. Currently on the Board of JobStart, a non-profit organization that was recently integrated with WoodGreen Community Services, she has served in such roles as Secretary to the Board, and Chair of the Nominating & Governance Committee. She has participated in The Mentoring Partnership (TMP) program, delivered by JobStart, in partnership with The Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC). Previous board experience includes three terms with BioTalent Canada and a year with York Technology Association (YTA). With a certificate in Governance Leadership for Non-profit Boards from Boardmatch-Altruvest, Janet is a graduate of Ryerson University’s Business Administration Program and the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, Advanced Program in Human Resources. As a member of HRPA since 2000, she holds a Certified Human Resource Leader (CHRL) designation.
Lovel Dhir
Chair, Chapter Programs
Lovel is a member of the Human Resources Team at Cardinal Health Canada Inc, where she supports their largest Canadian distribution facility. Her main focus is to provide effective coaching and advice to People Leaders, while enhancing the culture and employee engagement that leads to achieve high business results aligned with the company’s core values. She is very passionate about her work and is motivated and driven by the opportunity to add value and make a difference at her organization and through her volunteer position with the HRPAWT.