Chapter Executive
Ron Anderson, President
"As the father of a child diagnosed with CF at birth (June 2001), I am proud to be serving as a volunteer and on the Board of the Toronto and District Chapter of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. From day one, I decided that the most important thing that I could do was to make time available and focus my energies on raising money for the Foundation. I now receive tremendous personal satisfaction knowing that my family and I are making a difference. I never want to have to look back and ‘wish I had done more’. History tells us that we are making progress – but we all need to be involved in this final leg of the race.”
“Having spent over 4 years as an employee of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, I truly understand the importance of volunteers and the contribution they make. My career may be moving in a new direction, but I am thrilled to be joining the incredible volunteer team at the Toronto & District Chapter. CF is a cause that is very important to me, and one that is very close to my heart. I will continue to support the fight against CF as a volunteer, and I am honoured to be part of such a strong and committed team.”
Patricia Taylor, Secretary
“In 1968 my 2 children, ages 3 1/2 and just over 1 year were diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. I wanted the cure for CF as soon as possible and for that money was needed. If I don’t help raise the funds why should anybody else? I have volunteered with the Toronto Chapter, as home and job allowed, ever since. I became the Secretary for the Toronto & District Chapter Board of Directors and volunteer part-time in the office."
Lovisa McCallum, Risk Management Officer
"My motivation for becoming a board member is personal. On February 8, 2002 my life changed with the birth of my son and his immediate CF diagnosis. I have always leapt at a challenge and this has become my new challenge. I plan to apply my professional skills, my volunteer experience along with my love for life and adventure to help all patients live - not die- with CF."
Andrew Davies, HR Director
"My life changed forever when our beautiful 3-month-old son was diagnosed with CF. This news brought back early memories of my cousins who both fought hard for many years to beat this disease. I made the decision that I needed to help our son, and others with this disease, to live a long and high quality life. Through my efforts with the Toronto and District Chapter I take great pride in knowing that we are doing everything possible to make my dream come true."
Robert Eberschlag, Director-at-large
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Meredith Bongers, Director-at-large
“My connection to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and CF families began more than 7 years ago when I started my first job out of University with the CCFF. Since then, much has changed in my life, including my place of employment – but my connection to the Foundation and to the hundreds of families I have met that deal with the effects of CF each and every day, is stead fast and true. I have had the great pleasure of meeting some of the most incredible young Canadians who battle this disease and it is an honour to stand side by side with them in the fight… I will not stop until a cure or effective control for CF is found!”
Chyanne Fickes, Director-at-large
"As a mother of a CF child, I take great pride in being involved with the Toronto & District Chapter, and I am pleased to offer my professional skills to the fight against CF."
"I have been involved with the CF Foundation since 1966- why? I had two lovely girls with CF and I made it a goal in my life to help find a cure for CF. I have volunteered by helping new parents cope, and still volunteer at events. I am on the board and pray I will see the cure."
