Our Departments
Committed to the Cause
Lynn Steele
President & Founder
The President and Founder of The Canadian PPE Network created it with the vision and drive to improve upon the supports and resources available to Personal Support Workers (PSW's).
Due to the lack of adequate, or accessible support anywhere in Ontario, or Canada, at ground level, for the ones that are caring for our community's most vulnerable - our family's cherished loved ones - that rely on the care provided by PSW's, is how this Network was born. This office is focused on developing the organization with experience and integrity, and ensuring that PSW's across our nation get the assistance they need most.
How can they provide the highest level of care for others, if there is no one to help them also care for themselves?
Kathleen Scott
Vice President & Executive Director
The Vice President came on board with The Network during it's infancy, as there was a mirrored passion and drive to ensure that there is proper self-care given to, provided for, and accessible to Personal Support Workers across Ontario, and Canada. Having extensive experience within working in all aspects of the health care system, mainly in Palliative Care, the Vice President & Executive Director is a valuable asset to the Head of the team here at The Network. This office oversees day-to-day operations to support the growth and add to the bottom line of our organization. They focus on strategic planning and goal-setting, and direct the operations of the company in support of its goals. This role is strategic and has a heavy emphasis on brand management and is responsible for managing all communications, plan activities and building external relationships with The Network’s sponsors, fundraisers and media.
PSW Relations Office - Sylvia Ryan
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The Director of PSW Relations will work closely with senior staff peers within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives for PSW’s, and being one of the main points of contact for those within health care as a direct liaison to The Network. They are responsible for ensuring that senior staff and department heads are apprised of any and all issues that arise with an individual that is in need of services, and will assist with, or take the lead on follow up. The Director of PSW Relations is one of our veteran team members. They bring their years of experience and skills to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed.
Community Development Office - Annie Small
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With us since our founding, our Director of Community Development is one of our veteran team members. They bring their years of experience with services and programs within the community and long term care facilities to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed. The Director of Community Development will oversee communications with the public, and they also represent their Network to the public. They will be a liaison to the public, and to be able to fluently answer any and all questions about the network, and its structure, goals, and promote positively within the community. They will also assist in building positive relationships within the community, with members of health care, and with fundraising contacts within the community.
Corporate Relations - Barbara Fletcher
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This office is responsible for multiple roles ranging from monitoring social media, social media policies, public relations, events, marketing and advertising, to corporate communications.
Barbara brings a strong foundation to our team with her extensive knowledge of corporate management, human resources, logistics, and planning, as well as being a seasoned, and recognized PSW.
She brings with her, training and certification in Joint Health & Safety, Part I (Basic) Certification, Part II (Sector Specific) Certification.
Barbara takes a no-nonsense, common sense and firmly factual approach to each and every one of her roles. She is an asset to our team on many levels.
We are pleased that she has joined our team, and will, along with her many contacts and connections, coupled with her skill and integrity be an invaluable part of our PPE Family.
Stefanie Nucci
Motivational Professional
Experienced, trustworthy, fun, professional and creative. These are just a few of the ways coworkers describe this invaluable member of our team. Stef is truly a joy to be around and makes it a pleasure to work every single day. If you're struggling, or feeling overwhelmed, she's the first one to jump in and offer help along with making you smile or laugh. She finds the positive in the most seemingly negative situation. She is truly our "silver lining".
Sabine Gillis
Social Media Officer
The Communications & Social Media Officer will be responsible for monitoring all social media content. This will include positive promotions of PSW’s, The Network, and building positive relationships online. This role will also be responsible for the flow of online traffic to be directed to the appropriate department within The Network.
Nursing Advisor - Ashley Fox - R.P.N.
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​Ashley is our new Nursing Advisor that will be overseeing Social Development & hold a seat on our Advisory Committee!
Our Nursing Advisor is on staff to provide PSW’s information on delegations, and their roles under nurses. This will provide any clarification to those within the healthcare field needing clarification regarding their duties, and responsibilities with regards specifically to delegations.
Our Nursing Advisor will also be assisting PSW’s with mental and emotional supports that will range from assisting spiritual and emotional supports, personal health and wellness along with self-care.
Nurses are the ones we work closest to, aside from the ones we care for. They are a wealth of information, skill, and expertise.
The bond between Nurses and PSW's is a crucial one that PSW's and Nurses need to build on, and nurture, to be able to work together for the best interests of the ones we care for, and for each other.
Lisa Livingston-Wauchope
Chair of the Board
With us since our founding, Lisa is one of our veteran team members. They bring their years of experience and skills to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed. The principal role of the Chairman of the Board is to manage and to provide leadership to the Board of Directors of the Company. The Chairman is accountable to the Board and acts as a direct liaison between the Board and the management of the Company, through the President and Vice President & Executive Director.
The Board Chair takes a lead role in recruiting and developing new board members. She assists the President & Executive Director in orienting new board members to the board. The Board Chair leads board development by helping board members assess their knowledge and strengths.
John Mutton
Corporate Advisor & HR Specialist
John Mutton is the President and Chief Executive Officer of MuniSol Inc. and Municipal Solutions Energy and Infrastructure LLC., a consulting, advisory and business development firm focused on enabling infrastructure solutions for the building trades and their contractors in North America.‎ Mr Mutton also continues as the Chief Economist for Municipal Solutions and its business lines.
Through one of its business lines Mr. Mutton also serves as the CEO of its boutique Human Resources division, a leading provider of Human Resources/Health and Safety/Accessibility and Human Rights solutions, training & services.