Governance
Your trust matters. We are committed to pursuing the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and integrity.
Independent Oversight
Annual budget approved by an independent board of directors.Internal Checks
Strong internal financial controls reviewed annually by the board of directors.Audited Statements
Financial statements audited annually by an independent accounting firm.Board of Directors
Board Chair
Claire Carver-Dias
Executive Coach, Olympic Medalist, and University Lecturer
Treasurer
Ken Christy
Retired, career in management, technology & financial services
Past Chair
Karen Bird
Christian Speaker, Seminary TA
vice board chair
Sebastian Mencia
Relationship Manager, Northresults
Board Member
Kate Leyenaar
Senior Advisor, Parliamentary Affairs, Public Safety Canada
Board Member
Pumi Moyo
Sourcing Manager, Global Operations, BMO Financial Group
Board Member
Silas Haddad
Client Relationship Manager, Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada
Board Member
Chris Reynolds
Director of Sales & Marketing, Forest City Fire Protection
Board Member
Tyler Stiller
Director of Finance, National Truck League Insurance Solutions
Restricted Gift Policy
Spending of funds is confined to programs and projects approved by Hope Story. Each restricted contribution designated towards such an approved program or project will be used as designated with the understanding that when the need for such a program or project has been met, or cannot be completed for any reason as determined by Hope Story, the remaining restricted contributions will be used where needed most.