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The Foundation is a registered charity governed and led by an independent, volunteer Board of Directors. Each Board member brings a unique combination of business acumen and a passion for sustaining the Shalem Mental Health Network’s vital ministry of supporting mental health in communities across Ontario and beyond.

The Board is committed to best practices in Board governance, policy development, ethical fundraising and anti-oppressive practice, all driven by the Foundation’s Vision, Mission and Values.

Ralph Luimes, Chair

With careers in agriculture, secondary Christian education, construction, public relations and human resources, Ralph and his family moved from Eastern Ontario to Caledonia where he served as CEO of Hald-Nor Credit Union for 20 years. Recently Hald-Nor was combined with Libro Credit Union and the family moved to London where Ralph serves Libro as VP Government Relations & Governance. When Ralph was 2 years old, his father began to suffer from depression and he never recovered as it became increasingly complicated by schizophrenia and Parkinson’s. The oldest of 8, Ralph has witnessed the profound impact of mental illness and how it undermines relationships. Ralph brings a broad set of experiences to the Board table and currently serves as the Foundation Chair.

Cindy Byker, Secretary

Cindy brings an expertise in finances from her work in various financial capacities over the years. She has an interest in mental health, having a number of friends and family members who have struggled with mental health issues and having dealt with her own issues in this area as well. Cindy lives in Eastern Ontario, and it is her hope that she can help to broaden the exposure of Shalem Network and the Shalem Foundation in her area. Cindy is impressed by what she’s learned about the great programs and work the Shalem Network is doing and currently serves as secretary on the Foundation Board.

Ken Van Wyk, Treasurer

Kenneth Van Wyk is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario with over 40 years of clinical experience. Since 1995 he has been the Executive Director of Christian Counselling Services in Toronto. Ken earned a Masters in Business Administration (Health Care Administration) in 1992 and is presently completing a Ph.D. at the Institute for Christian Studies. Ken is the originator of the Congregational Assistance Plan, is passionate about sustaining Gospel-driven mental health initiatives in communities, and is pleased to be able to contribute to this through his participation on the Shalem Mental Health Foundation Board.

Leanne Bosscher, Director

Leanne is a manager in the Financial Services department at Hamilton Health Sciences. Her role includes working with patients and other stakeholders to address the financial transparency and accessibility of healthcare services. She joins the Board with experience in financial processes and controls, both through the lens of management and external regulators. Leanne is pleased to contribute to an organization that reduces financial barriers to health services.

Leanne currently lives in Hamilton with her husband and son. Her family enjoys hiking the city’s many trails with their chocolate lab, renovating their current home and engaging in their local church community.

Amila Dreise, Director, Network Representative

More information about Amila to come.

Greg Kippers, Director

Greg and his family both grew up and currently reside in the greater Hamilton area. Having been affected by both friends and family through various circumstances, Greg see’s an increasing need for quality, and gospel centred, mental health resources across Canada. With a career in wealth and portfolio management, Greg comes to the foundation with expertise in a broad range of wealth planning areas including portfolio management, retirement, estate, and business planning. Part of Greg’s work is to assess risk, and help individuals, families, and institutions create a framework around how to prudently manage assets and liabilities within set parameters. He is excited about the Shalem Network and the growing offering they can provide to individuals and institutions across the country. Greg is thrilled to help support these initiatives through the Shalem Mental Health Foundation

Dick Kranendonk, Director

Dick is a retired executive and board member of a number of organizations including: Redeemer University, Canadian Centre of Christian Charities, Christian Horizons, Hald-Nor Credit Union, The Bible League of Canada, among others. His most recent service was as stated clerk of Classis Hamilton of the Christian Reformed Church in North America. Dick has a B.A. in psychology, an MLS in administration and an Ed.D. in administration and finance. His special expertise and training is in the area of policy development and risk management. Dick is the author of a number of books including: Serving as a Board Member (1998), Financial Issues for Churches (2001) Stewardship Counselling Ministry (2002). Dick also served for ten years on CRA’s Charities Consultative Committee.

Barry Thorvardson, Director

More information about Barry to come!

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