Members
A dedicated group of women leaders and philanthropists coming together to make a meaningful impact in health care. As part of this inaugural, women-led initiative, they are using their voices, vision, and collective giving power to support the future of Oak Valley Health's Markham Stouffville Hospital.
Theresa Arbuthnot
Retired IT Consultant & OVH Patient Experience Participant Volunteer
Donations are required since government funding does not cover all of the costs to maintain and expand the hospital both operationally and physically. I consider my financial contribution as an investment in the hospital to be able to provide the best quality of care close to home.
Donations are required since government funding does not cover all of the costs to maintain and expand the hospital both operationally and physically. I consider my financial contribution as an investment in the hospital to be able to provide the best quality of care close to home.
Amy Au
ICF Certified Coach/
Fascinate Certified Advisor
When I was presented with the opportunity to join WITH MSH, I felt that even though it may not have been the perfect time for me, I was compelled to join and contribute to this amazing cause. I felt the need to do something good for my community while aspiring to model what’s possible with women-led initiatives for the next generation of women.
When I was presented with the opportunity to join WITH MSH, I felt that even though it may not have been the perfect time for me, I was compelled to join and contribute to this amazing cause. I felt the need to do something good for my community while aspiring to model what’s possible with women-led initiatives for the next generation of women.
Hilda Gan
President and Chief People Officer, People Bright Consulting Inc.
I work and live in the community (Markham) and feel proud and connected to the hospital through my involvement in volunteering and receiving health care over the years. As someone passionate about helping people, I love mentoring leaders to become more confident, especially women. WITH MSH is a chance to join a women-led group and network with women who support a worthy cause in our community.
I work and live in the community (Markham) and feel proud and connected to the hospital through my involvement in volunteering and receiving health care over the years. As someone passionate about helping people, I love mentoring leaders to become more confident, especially women. WITH MSH is a chance to join a women-led group and network with women who support a worthy cause in our community.
Karen Javier
Territory Director / Operator, First Light Home Care of North York
My personal journey, shaped by our time at MSH, moved me to give back and help others navigate life’s most vulnerable moments.
My personal journey, shaped by our time at MSH, moved me to give back and help others navigate life’s most vulnerable moments.
Rachel Kavanagh
Former Public Health Executive and Community Wellness Advocate
WITH MSH represents a powerful collective of women who are passionate about reshaping the future of community health. Throughout my career, I’ve seen how collaboration and compassion can transform systems, and WITH MSH embodies those values. Having lived in Markham it’s an honour to contribute to a network that champions innovation, equity, and care for every family in our region.
WITH MSH represents a powerful collective of women who are passionate about reshaping the future of community health. Throughout my career, I’ve seen how collaboration and compassion can transform systems, and WITH MSH embodies those values. Having lived in Markham it’s an honour to contribute to a network that champions innovation, equity, and care for every family in our region.
Florence Lai
Senior Executive Assistant / Grateful Patient Family Member
I live in Markham and I have seen the incredible improvements and advancements made to the hospital over the last 35 years since it was built. My family and I have also received excellent care at the hospital over the years. I am very impressed, and I am confident that the leadership team is using donor funds in the most efficient and effective ways.
I live in Markham and I have seen the incredible improvements and advancements made to the hospital over the last 35 years since it was built. My family and I have also received excellent care at the hospital over the years. I am very impressed, and I am confident that the leadership team is using donor funds in the most efficient and effective ways.
Penny Pei
Broker of Record, Re/Max Realtron Lucky Penny Homes Realty
I hope that my contribution to WITH MSH will help the hospital continue to grow and advance the life-saving technology we need to keep our community healthy.
I hope that my contribution to WITH MSH will help the hospital continue to grow and advance the life-saving technology we need to keep our community healthy.
Dr. Phoenix Wong
Registered Chiropractor and Former National Athlete
Joining WITH MSH is deeply meaningful to me for many reasons. As an Asian Canadian, I believe in giving back to the community, supporting women-led initiatives, and contributing to improved health care.
Joining WITH MSH is deeply meaningful to me for many reasons. As an Asian Canadian, I believe in giving back to the community, supporting women-led initiatives, and contributing to improved health care.
Melodie Zarzeczny
Retired Management Consultant and OVH Board Member
WITH MSH is an opportunity for us to bring women together through a shared vision and commitment, and with our collective philanthropy make a difference to the future of health care at Markham Stouffville Hospital. My family and I have used many services at MSH over the past 35 years, so I’m thrilled to be part of the inaugural WITH MSH community and excited about the impact we will make for the future.
WITH MSH is an opportunity for us to bring women together through a shared vision and commitment, and with our collective philanthropy make a difference to the future of health care at Markham Stouffville Hospital. My family and I have used many services at MSH over the past 35 years, so I’m thrilled to be part of the inaugural WITH MSH community and excited about the impact we will make for the future.