Abilities Arts Festival Honorary Patrons and Board of Directors represent a diverse range of individuals who share a common passion for ensuring a vital, diverse and inclusive arts community. The willingness of our Honourary Patrons lend support, combined with the Board of Directors commitment, leadership and stewardship, ensures a strong dynamic and vibrant organization.

Honorary Patrons

Karen Kain, C.C.
Wendy Lill
Rohinton Mistry
Peter Oundjian
Charles Pachter, C.M
Heather Reisman

Founding Artistic Director

Sharon Wolfe

Board Executive

Melanie Panitch (Chair)
Director: School of Disability Studies Ryerson University, Co-Director: RBC Institute for Disability Studies Research and Education

Roberta Osborne (Past Chair)
Senior Editor: Nelson Education

Nancy Winsor (Vice-Chair & Treasurer)
Production Finance Analyst: Corus Entertainment

Steve Kean (Secretary) On Leave 2012
Photographer

Past Board Members

Michelle Kopczyk
Managing Director: Fuse Magazine

Lauren Wilson
Manager: Communications, Shaw Media