Board Members

2017 -2018 YOUR BOARD MEMBERS

You may reach us at ccca@centretowncitizens.ca

EXECUTIVE:

TOM WHILLANS – President president@centretowncitizens.ca
Tom is an active member of the community association and have been the chair of the Trees and Greenspace Committee since 2013. He has many interests, which have manifested themselves in an enthusiastic passion for my community. Tom believes that (as a board member) he can continue to promote a positive environment for his neighbours and friends to work, play and live in Centretown

MITCHELL KUTNEY –  Communications 

Mitchell E. Kutney is an established blogger with over 100,000 followers. His work on charitable issues and social innovation have been featured in the Toronto Star, Globe and Mail, CBC and other major news sources. He is the co-founder and executive chair of JustChange, a micro-granting nonprofit, and is a board member for New Canadian Media and the Harry P Ward Foundation. Mitchell holds a Masters degree in public policy and currently works for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario as an advisor for department of Connected Care.

ALICE NAKANISHI – Treasurer      

Alice is a long time resident of Centretown.  Attended Centennial P.S., Glashan P.S. and Lisgar C.I.  Currently employed as a business analyst in the private sector.

JACK HANNA – Corporate Secretary

Jack is passionate about creating highly human and livable cities. His particular interests are global warming, urban planning, and Centretown’s treasure of heritage houses and buildings. Now retired, he is a former teacher, journalist and communications consultant.

COMMITTEES AND SPECIAL GROUPS:

BEN LASERSON – Transportation 

When Ben arrived in Ottawa back in 2005, there was no mistaking that he would choose Centretown as his neighbourhood of choice. Even if it meant a longer commute to campus, Centretown offered easy transit access and plenty of shops, restaurants, and entertainment within a short walk of the front door. This neighbourhood is home – and now the office, too. Helping it be vibrant, friendly, and accessible remains a priority, and something Ben is excited to work towards.

JOAN SPICE – Special Committee on the new Central Library, Planning Committee Co-Chair

Joan has lived in Centretown for 32 years and was active as a member of school councils at Elgin and Lisgar and as Treasurer of the Jack Purcell Recreation Association.   After a career in the federal public service, she was elected to the Ottawa Public School Board in 2000 and served for 6 years as Trustee for Somerset and Kitchissippi.   She been a member of the CCCA since 2007, on the Board (2008-11) and active on the Planning and Seniors Committees.   She has come back to the Board this year and as a first priority is focusing on fighting to keep the new Central Library in Centretown.

BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE

DEBORAH ROSENLUND

Deborah was born in Toronto, and has lived happily in Centretown since 1978. She trained and worked as an artist and copywriter in the advertising industry in the 70s.  Graduated BFA Photography from Ottawa U. She loves to live in, and to  document Centretown just the way it is.  Member of the Seniors, and Trees and Greenspace committees of the CCCA and a devoted library supporter.