ABOUT US
Kay Blair
Our NameSake
Kay Blair will always be remembered and honoured
Where does our namesake come from?
sTARTED WITH A PHENOMENAL WOMAN.
Kay Blair was a tireless advocate for social justice. She committed her life to improving the lives of others – particularly women. Kay built a reputation as a passionate community leader with an unparalleled commitment to diversity and inclusion.
She was instrumental in establishing the Shirley Samaroo House – the first shelter of its kind focusing on services for immigrant victims of abuse. In 1988, Kay began work at Community MicroSkills Development Centre (Microskills) as its Executive Director – a position she would hold for 28 years. Under Kay’s leadership, Microskills would grow from a small women’s employment organization to a highly successful community agency serving thousands of immigrants, women and youth. Additionally, Kay served as the Chair of William Osler Health System’s Board of Directors.
In 2013, Kay was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. On September 26, 2016, Kay passed away at the age of 62. She will live forever in the hearts of all those she helped throughout her life.
Kay Blair will always be remembered and honoured
“A hospice in Brampton would have kept her close and allowed us to spend precious time with her in a supportive environment with the peace of mind that her medical needs were being met.”
– Corcel & Karim Blair (Kay’s Sons)
Meet Our Board of Directors
Our passionate volunteer Board of Directors will provide oversight and guidance. The Board is committed to building a hospice that provides exemplary end-of-life care in a compassionate and home-like environment at no cost to the individual.
Per is a Financial Planner with Assante Wealth Management and a CFA charter-holder. Per has over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, including trading, portfolio management, and financial planning. Per is married with two lovely daughters and loves skiing, powerlifting, and the great outdoors.
Chair
Kuljit Singh has been working in the mortgage industry for the past 23 years and co-owns a multi-award-winning brokerage in Mississauga. He is a registered Pharmacist in India and holds a Ph.D. in Sociology. He tries to mingle with mother nature, listen to classical music, and pen down poetic verses in his free time.
Executive Director
Candace is an Occupational Therapist that leads with passion and integrity. Candace has over 25 years of experience with certified training in Geriatrics and has earned a certification in Community Care and Workplace Specific Hazard Training. She is a foodie who loves to exercise, read, and travel!
Executive Director
Gurwinder is a Specialist Professional Public Speaker and Trainer in equity, inclusion and anti- discrimination with over 25 years of experience. She loves to dance and DIY!
Member
Louie is practicing lawyer with over 20 years of experience in Business Law. Louie is passionate about soccer and travel.
Treasurer
Dolores is a life-long Brampton resident and a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in Palliative Care in Brampton. She loves to travel!
Member
Dr. Martin Chasen is a Medical Oncologist and Palliative Care Physician. Past medical director of Palliative Care at William Osler Health System, Medical Co-Lead for the Central West LHIN Palliative Care Network, Executive Member of the CCTG Supportive Care Committee, Present Medical Director Cancer Fatigue Services Toronto, North York and Director of Research, TMU. He loves birdwatching, regular exercise and life long learning.
Member
Angie Sukhjeet Kaur Saini, proposed as a new director, is a registered nurse with a Master’s in Public Health and an MBA in Health Sector Management. Her dedication to compassionate care is evident from her interest in Bethel Hospice. Living in Brampton, she is also involved in grant writing and community awareness initiatives.
Member
Todd has over thirty-five (35) years of experience in senior executive roles, with roles primarily in healthcare (focused on life limiting illness).
He is currently semi-retired and consults and leads health accreditation teams, in hospice care, long term care and community services.
Todd is married with three adult children and two grandchildren. He is passionate about travel, boating, golf and cottaging on Georgian Bay.
Member
The gladiolus
Kay Blair Hospice has chosen the gladiolus to honour Kay Blair’s incredible spirit and leadership.
The gladiolus symbolizes strength of character, remembrance, faithfulness and moral integrity.
By giving a gladiolus to another, the giver sends the message ‘you touch my heart.‘
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