Nabila has rescued animals for as long as she can remember, and everything she seeks to do in animal welfare is in dedication to them.

With a decade of fund development and progressive sales leadership roles across Fortune 500 and social enterprise spaces, she has always remained connected to non-profits. As Chief Experience Officer at Tre’dish, Nabila is leading efforts to transform food accessibility in Toronto. Her expertise in building sustainable revenue models, optimizing operations, and driving mission-driven growth will support TWC in diversifying its funding streams and strengthening operational efficiency, ensuring it remains a first-class organization for staff, volunteers, and, most importantly, the animals in its care.

Nabila first joined TWC as a volunteer Nursery Assistant in 2017 before joining the Board of Directors in 2021. She also serves on the Board of the Toronto Humane Society and cherishes spending time with her rescue pup, Lemon.

Allison McManus is a CPA, CA and a Partner at KPMG. Allison is deeply committed to environmental causes, including wildlife habitat conservation and fostering a harmonious relationship between people and nature. She loves animals and is a proud parent to a rescue cat who likes to be the centre of attention. Allison joined TWC’s Board of Directors in 2024.

Diana Turchin has a medical degree from the University of Toronto and practiced orthopaedic surgery for more than 15 years.  Her interests in birding and bird photography led to a passion for protecting nature and wildlife.  She has extensive advocacy and volunteer experience with nature and wildlife organizations.  A lifelong animal lover, Diana shares her home with two indoor cats.  Her other interests include hiking, travel, playing the violin and classical guitar.  A volunteer with TWC since 2021, Diana joined TWC’s Board of Directors in 2023.

Derrick is a Partner at Stosic & Associates (a government relations firm based in Toronto) and has been a member of TWC’s Board of Directors since 2023. From 2016-2018 he served as Chief of Staff to the Minister of Health & Long-Term Care of Ontario. Prior to his public service roles, Derrick worked in both Japan and Spain for high-growth start-ups in the education and technology spaces. He holds a BA in Political Science from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver as well as a MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain. Derrick enjoys spending time with his two rescued rabbits.

Victoria is a strategic Human Resources leader with a proven track record of partnering with CEOs, executive teams, and Boards to build people strategies that drive business success. With deep expertise in human capital strategy, leadership development, and organizational culture, Victoria aligns talent initiatives with business objectives, creating environments where both people and companies thrive. A trusted advisor to executives, she leads with heart, ensuring people remain at the center of every initiative.

During her time at leading she has transformed HR teams into proactive business partners, enhanced employee experience through innovative programs in wellness, DEI, total rewards, and talent management, and built internal communication strategies that foster engagement and alignment. Victoria holds a degree from the University of Toronto and is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL). Based in Toronto, she enjoys life with her husband and two children. She is happiest outdoors walking and hiking with her family and Australian Sheppard River.