Directors

A recent arrival to Burlington, Michael O’Connell spent 40 years in the printing industry, most recently as President and co-owner of Canadian Printco.   Michael comes to us with a Commerce degree from Queen’s University, and has previous board experience in national industry associations.  His passion for all...

Alex began volunteering with Burlington Humane in 2011 as a dog walking volunteer. By 2015, she joined the team of staff and held the position of Event Planner and Volunteer Coordinator. She is passionate about animals and is excited to be representing BHS as a...

Silvia moved to Burlington in 2008, and began volunteering with the Burlington Humane Society’s pet therapy program in 2012, visiting local retirement homes with her bichon, Lisa.  Currently, Silvia continues the “family tradition” with her second bichon, Tulie.  As a director of the board, Silvia...

Patricia moved to Burlington in 1989 after a career in Europe and the USA. She has volunteered at Burlington Humane since 1993, first with the Pet Therapy program (team leader), as well as on reception and has also fostered animals from time to time. She...

Jolene has been an invaluable asset to Burlington Humane since she first joined as a Feed and Clean volunteer in 1992.  Jolene joined the Board of Directors in 1993 as Fundraising Director, and in 1996 she became Director of Adoptions.  In 2001 she was elected President, a position she...

            Karen Hunter has been involved with Burlington Humane for over 30 years. She started out as a foster mom for pregnant cats and was quickly asked to join the board, where she has served as Treasurer for most of that time. She looks after the...

          Mary joined Burlington Humane in 2000, volunteering as a front desk receptionist.  She has been on the board since 2007 as the Education Director. As of June 2017, she has also become the Membership Director. She continues to frequently volunteer as a receptionist. Some of Mary’s...

In April 2014, Karen walked into Burlington Humane for Feed and Clean training, wondering if exposure to all the wonderful animals would mean another feline friend in the future...

David is a corporate-commercial lawyer serving the Hamilton-Burlington area. He has acted for the Burlington Humane Society since the summer of 2014 on a pro bono basis in an effort to give back to the community and improve animal welfare in Burlington. David is committed...

I have lived in Burlington for 4 years and grew up in the Oakville area. I like to be involved in helping to care for animals and working to ensure they all have a home.   My career area is in the financial sector providing IT support and project...