People with experience, expertise and energy.

LISA LAFONTAINE
President

As a second generation member of the Founding family of Community Lifecare, Lisa has experience in many different areas of our organization. In addition to gaining an intimate understanding of the landscape of this company, this varied experience has given her a historical perspective of this industry. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Carleton University and a Diploma in Advertising, Public Relations from St. Lawrence College and various University level Executive Courses. After more than a decade working in a leadership role as the Director of Sales and Marketing, Lisa proudly accepted the role of President with a focus on stewarding the company with the family values that were passed on to her from the Founders.

NICOLE MCNEILL, CA, CPA
Vice President of Finance

Nicole McNeill is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Public Accountant. Nicole has a diverse finance and business background, in a variety of industries, coupled with a degree in business administration. Prior to joining Community Lifecare, Nicole held senior leadership positions with two large national companies. Her previous experience includes; business valuation, financial litigation, and damage quantification. Nicole oversees the financial operations of our portfolio of Retirement Residences and Long-Term Care homes, in addition to the development of new business opportunities.

COLIN HILL
Vice President of Human Resources

Colin is a Certified Human Resources Professional, a Registered Organization Development Professional and has a Master’s Degree in Organizational Planning, Development & Management. Previously, he held senior human resources and labour relations roles in manufacturing, retail and service organizations spanning more than 20 years. Colin’s corporate accountabilities include HR strategy, employee/labour relations, negotiations, compensation, benefits, pension, health & safety, claims management, training & development, recruitment, legal and payroll. He provides a valuable focus on our people and the success of our organization.

GLADYS BRETT
Vice President of Operations

Gladys is a graduate of the Canadian Hospital Association's program in Long Term Care Organization and Management and is also a qualified Long-Term Care Administrator. She has a background as a registered nurse, nurse educator, with a focus on long-term care.
Gladys has a proven track record of over 25 years in both retirement and long-term care communities at a management level.
In addition, Gladys brings a broad perspective to the operation of the homes for which she is responsible, with a broad focus on fiscal and quality outcomes, customer service excellence and team building.

MARLENE McBRIDE
Director of Dietary Services

Marlene has extensive experience catering to both long-term care and retirement lifestyle clients. Her dietary expertise is complimented by performing all aspects of operations related to dietary services. Joining our management team as Director of Dietary Services, Marlene has been a member of the Community Lifecare family in our Dietary Department since 1976. Quality service is assured under the careful supervision of this seasoned Certified Food Service Manager.

KIM MITCHELL
Director of Activation

Kim has been a member of the Community Lifecare team since 1974. She has served in one of our Long-term Care homes as Activities Director for 22 years and as Administrator for 7 years. In 2005 she took on the challenge of corporate Director of Activation. Her enthusiasm and passion for this role is reflected in the awards she has received over the years - Activity Professionals of Ontario, Mentor of the Year (2004), Ontario Long Term Care Association, Long Term Care Achievement Award (1993) and Activity Professionals of Ontario, President (1994 to 1996).

SUPPORT TEAM
In addition to the above, our team includes a group of experienced professionals who provide outstanding service and support in the following areas:

• project management
• general operations
• resident care services
• dietary services
• maintenance
• human resources
• risk management
• marketing
• administration
• accounting, payroll services
• environmental services