Youthlink appoints new Executive Director

The Board of Directors is very pleased to announce the appointment of Janice Hayes as Executive Director effective October 11th, 2011, succeeding Sandy Birnie who recently retired having held the position since 2005.  Janice comes to Youthlink with over 35 years of progressive management expertise in the non-profit sector, including the CNIB and Colleges of Ontario.  Most recently, she was Executive Director and CEO of Findhelp Information Services/211 Central Region in Toronto and was involved with launching the provincial and national 211 system.

Janice brings a strong background of success in developing and implementing strategic plans, communications, budgeting, excellence in service delivery and working collaboratively with service providers and funders. She will lead YouthLink in strengthening our services for youth and families in Scarborough.