Board of Directors

COMMUNITY LIVING PARRY SOUND – BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2022-2023

President

David Williams

David moved to Parry Sound in September 2015. He is a lawyer with a background in public service law, who has transitioned to the private sector and worked at Oldham Law Firm since moving to this area. A member of the Community Living Parry Sound Board of Directors since 2017, he looks forward to continuing to expand his role in assisting the organization in achieving its goals.

Vice President

Julie Thorogood

Julie is a self-employed bookkeeper. She has been involved in her children’s school programs, class trips, curling tournaments and fundraising.

Treasurer

Lianne Piddington

Lianne is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She and her husband Tom have owned Bay Area Electrical since 1993 and she has worked full-time within the business since 2006. She was previously employed at the Parry Sound Muskoka Credit Union as well as the Parry Sound District General Hospital.

Directors

Rose Bailey

Rose was born and has lived in Parry Sound all her life. She and her husband of 40 years have two sons and three grandchildren. Her son James has received support from Community Living for 30 years. Rose retired from full-time employment at the West Parry Sound Health Centre after 27 years and is currently working part-time in a surgeon’s office. She has been on the Board of The Friends and is active in her faith community, volunteering in leadership roles and serving at monthly community dinners. Rose hopes to bring a parent perspective to the Board along with her community and healthcare experience.

Matt Fisher

Born and raised in Parry Sound, Matt practiced as a lawyer in Toronto with Borden Ladner Gervais LLP before joining the Metrontario Group of Companies as its Chief Legal Officer. He has volunteered with community youth baseball and hockey organizations and served for many years on the Board of the Canadian Council on Africa.

Catherine LaPierre

Catherine moved to Parry Sound summer of 2014 leaving behind fourteen years of teaching software and computer studies in Southern Ontario. Transitioning her skills to administration, Catherine worked in the business district for six years and is currently working with the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce. Catherine is involved with Curlers Care and enjoys the wonderful outdoors, hiking, biking, swimming, and having family time.

Cathy Barker

Cathy’s outstanding achievements as the owner of Kate’s Kart are a testament to her exceptional ability to build and maintain customer relationships, resulting in an impressive 30% yearly increase in sales for seven consecutive years. Along with her steadfast organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills, Cathy’s professionalism, discretion, and judgement in handling confidential information make her a valuable asset to any organization. As she begins a new marketing career, her entrepreneurial experience will be advantageous. Beyond her professional life, Cathy is a dedicated volunteer who has worked with organizations such as Girl Guides of Canada, West London Soccer Club, and London’s Bike to Work Week, demonstrating her commitment to positively impacting her community. Finally, Cathy is most proud of her family and their achievements.