Meet The Team

Christine Oldfield, Executive Director

Extension: 222
Email: [email protected]

I can help you with answering questions about PIN; our vision, mission and values and strategy for the future. As the Executive Director, I am responsible for issues related to resource development, human resources, media and stakeholder relations, board governance and program planning and evaluation.

Learn more about our Executive Director Peer Group.

Valerie Boyd, Business Officer

Extension: 224
Email: [email protected]

I can help you by answering questions regarding PIN business and accounting matters.  My role is behind the scenes, to support the PIN team in their work and provide stewardship and accountability for the business functions of the organization.

Kim Cusimano, Communications and Program Coordinator 

Extension: 229
Email: [email protected]

I can help you with Membership Services including member benefits such as volunteer recruitment and recognition. In my role, I lead all communications including website, social media and branding. In addition, I collaborate with partners at the Volunteer Action Centre Waterloo Region to provide education and training to leaders in Volunteer Engagement in Waterloo-Wellington.

Learn more about our Volunteer Manager’s Network.

Geraldine Howitt, Community Information Coordinator 

Extension: 227
Email: [email protected]

I can help you with our Community Information program. In my role, I manage the updating of records in the Community Information database to ensure accurate, vetted listings that comply with professional standards and best practices developed by the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems, InformOntario, and InformCanada. In addition, I connect with our data sharing partnerships to ensure the flow of information for the public.

Learn more about our Community Information pillar of work.

Emily Vincent, Program Coordinator 

Best Practices in Volunteer Screening and Snow Angels
Extension: 228
Email: [email protected]

I can help you by answering questions about the Snow Angels Program; eligibility criteria, volunteer requirements, and registration for residents and volunteers. I can also help you with information about the Best Practices in Volunteer Screening Program; eligibility criteria and application process, police record checks, authorization numbers and expiry dates. In addition, I support our in-house volunteers. I can answer questions about the types of roles available and responsibilities of the volunteers.

Natasha Wilson, Information and Referral Administrator 

Extension: 223
Email: [email protected]

Through our Community Information program, I can help you navigate social programs and services and find relevant supports in Guelph/Wellington County that can assist you with short and long term needs and goals. I can also help organizations update their listing on our Community Information database to ensure publicly listed information is accurate and up-to-date.

Learn more about our most frequently asked questions.