Staff Profiles

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Teresa Gal

Executive Director and Direct Funding Facilitator

Teresa is a competent, reliable professional who is resourceful in solving problems and maximizing resources. She has international work experience and has held key administrative roles. She is skilled in handling people from all walks of life with diplomacy and professionalism. She possesses strong leadership and communication competencies.

Christine Edwards

Peer Support Worker

Christine is a compassionate, creative young woman with bright ideas to bring to the BDB table as its Peer Support Worker. Christine graduated from Durham College with a degree in 911 Operating and Call Centre Communications. This degree has given her insight into how to speak and deal with people in difficult situations.

Dana Pelkey

Independent Living Support 

Dana grew up in the Wasaga Beach area and recently completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University. Dana is continuing her education working toward a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. In the summer of 2024, BDB was Dana’s first experience working with a charity thanks to the Canada Jobs Youth Summer Employment program. She has returned part-time to BDB as our IL Support worker provding supports and programs to Consumers. Dana enjoys listening to music, baking, road trips and loves board/card games.

Lucille Dalziel

Communications & Volunteer Coordinator

Lucille started with BDB in May 2019. She joined our team after a 21-year career in communications, community relations, publicity and promotions for a large Canadian telecommunications company. Her focus on taking national initiatives and uniquely localizing them to multiple markets solidified her appreciation for the rich mix of ways, including the role of media, in which communities come together.

Maureen Smithers

Program and Direct Funding Coordinator 

Maureen joined BDB in May of 2019. Maureen coordinates all information management activities of the Organization and performs all necessary administrative functions. Maureen has worked for and volunteered with non-profit organizations of all sorts for as long as she can remember.

Aria Beckingham

Direct Funding and Program Assistant 

Aria joined BDB in August of 2024. Growing up in Collingwood, she developed a strong sense of community and a passion for helping others. Aria recently graduated from Western University with an honours degree in Political Science, equipping her with valuable knowledge and skills that she is eager to apply in the non-profit sector. She enjoys exploring the outdoors, whether it’s hiking, swimming, or simply enjoying nature.

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