Human Resources Manager, Beacon Environmental Ltd.

Christine is a human resources professional and an experienced negotiator, facilitator, and intermediary with a unique background in conflict engagement, labour relations, corporate leadership, and public service. Christine is currently the human resources manager for a small environmental consulting firm in Markham, Ontario. Prior to her work in human resources, she represented Toronto Zoo workers as president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 1600. Christine is passionate about civil discourse, good governance, and the benefits of being curious about the world and each other. ...


CEO, Alzheimer Society Peel

Experienced in Elder Care and Consent and Capacity Law, Employment and Contracts issues and disputes.  Family disputes and Family Law.  Coaching and Consultation is also available regarding Board Governance, Operational Chanage Management,  Risk Management and Privacy. 


LURA Consulting


Legal Relations, BIFA Business Individual Freedom Association


Legal Assistant, Goldblatt Partners LLP

Vrindaobtained Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution at the Georgetown University anda Bachelor of Laws from Delhi, India and workedas a lawyer at leading law firms in Delhi. She holds certificates in Communityand Cultural Mediations and is actively involved in the community as aVolunteer Mediator.


Ferris & Celhoffer Professional Corporation


Manager / Coordinator, Birch Glen Co-operative Homes Inc

With over 10 years of experience working in the co-operative housing federation sector, Olivia Amoateng currently serves as the manager at Birch Glen Co-operative Homes, located in Oakville, Ontario. Known for her excellent rapport and strong and transparent communication skills, she is able to build long-lasting relationships with her peers and people in her community. Olivia's passion for sustainability and fostering positive communities drives her to engage with local government bodies and coorporations on behalf of the communities she serves. Her daily tasks in managing a 135 unit co-op ...


Howard Martin Counselling and Mediation


Cudney Consulting, Coaching & Training

Neil has worked as an executive leader in the non-profit sector for over two decades. He has just recently started his own practice. His doctoral work is in leadership and organizational culture. He helps organizations and leaders to understand and engage organization value, visions, missions and core values. While in the sector, he developed and led an organizational strategy for conflict medition and resolution. He has a background in: Employee conflictChurch conflictFamily dynamics and conflictCreating and implementing organizations values, vision and missionEngaging organizational core ...


Owner, Samimian Arbitration Services

Peyman Samimian is a professiona engineer of ontario with over ten years of experience in municipal engineering with various municipalities within GTA, leading and managing development applications and capital projects, with demonstrated experience in municipal infrastructure design and approval process management, in collaboration with internal departments and external review agencies, consultants, developers and public, keeping public safety and interests paramount. His goal is to assist clients through arbitration to resolve disputes in a time/cost effective manner, or by assisting them to ...


Self Employed, Daniels Law Firm


Peter Rowe


Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Ms. Afreen completed Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in 2016 from University of Ontario Institute of Technology now known as Ontario Tech University. Her background in Legal Studies and Criminology equipped her to further study in the field of law. She graduated from Seneca College in 2017 by completing the Accelerated Paralegal program and became a member of the Law Society of Ontario in 2017 as a Paralegal. She has since been in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Ms. Afreen's first taste in the field was at Vayalilkollattu Law as a placement student where she was the brains for legal ...


Founder / Lawyer, Tarantino Law


Jessica Nicole TomasoneReceiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Ryerson University (Toronto), Jessica is proud to have been teaching dance & performance to ages 3+ for the past 15 years. She has been in a variety of music videos, commericals, and short films working with artists such as Hilary Duff and Feist.Ms. Tomasone also has a background in social work receiving her Social Service Worker diploma from Seneca College (King City). During her practicum at Seneca, she gained experience as an educational assistant at Alexander Mackenzie High School, shadowing her supervisor, a Child ...


Licensed Paralegal & Ethical Leadership Consultant, Christal Côté


5:9 Mediation

A proficient, professional, people-driven, practitioner ofpeace: that’s Jacqueline in a nutshell. She is passionate about helping people,and in particular, helping people communicate with each other better. She is continuallyequipping herself with the tools she needs to parlay this passion into herlife’s work, which has included a certificate in Public Relations from McGillUniversity, a bachelor’s degree in Conflict Studies from Saint Paul University,and completion of the Third Party Neutral Program (TPN) offered by the CanadianInstitute for Conflict Resolution (CICR), in addition to her ...


Managing Partner, SUNN Econeering COnsulting Inc

Humanresource management executive with a career span of 26 years, successfullymanaged human resource units in different industries ranging from oil and gasto consulting services and manufacturing (Fortune 500 companies in Africa andSouth East Asia) A graduate of the prestigious Edo State University with adegree in Economics B.sc, Master`s degree M.sc in Economics from the Universityof Lagos, Master`s degree in Business Administration MBA (with specializationin finance) from the University of Lagos and Doctorate degree in Social Sciencesfrom the University of Leicester, United Kingdom - ...


I am a British trained Barrister and Solicitor. I have been mediating in Ontario full-time since 2019 and officially launched my practice in 2020. My practice is predominently personal injury, commercial and insurance defence cases. I also mediate contractual disputes.   I beleive in collaborative mediation and help to facilitate effective negotiation during each session. I enjoy working with clients from a diverse backgrounds and making inclusivity my top priority. 


Principal, Eon Communications and Research


The Desk Consulting Group Inc.


Peter Bruer spent the early part of his career in community advocacy work, international development and the tenants' movement in Toronto. He first trained as a mediator in 1992, and in 1996 he was hired by St. Stephen’s Community House, Conflict Resolution & Training,already well-known for its community mediation and professional dispute resolution and training services. As Manager of the program, he has worked with a wide range of non-profit, private sector and government clients, and done dozens of community and professional mediations and workshops. He has spoken at conferences in ...


Lynn has been a mediator since 1999 working first as a volunteer for Conflict Mediation Services of Downsview conducting community-related mediations including parent/teen, teacher/student, disputes between neighbours and Small Claims Court cases. Starting in 2003, she has been conducting mediations through her private mediation practice and, in 2004, became a roster mediator for the Ontario Mandatory Mediation Program, mediating civil matters. Since 2002, Lynn has been acoach and associate facilitator in ADR workshops offered by the Stitt Feld Handy Group. She has the Executive Certificate ...


Weir Mediation Services

I am an open minded peace maker with over 40 years experience in assisting businesses and not-for-profit organization in meeting their goals through BDO Canada.  I was their COO for 6 years and have a good "big picture" view of the world. I am located in Chatham-Kent but am willing to assist in the Sarnia, Windsor and London areas


Supervisor, Legal Services, Toronto Catholic District School Board

I am a legal professional who currently holds a B.A from McMaster University. I am a fully liscensed paralegal since 2016, I hold aParalegal Diploma from Seneca College Institute of Applied Arts and Technology, School of Legal and Public Administration. I also hold a certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution from York University.  I love the legal world, but what I love more is the ability to assist and coach others to resolve issues in the workplace and day to day life. I enjoy working with people and have been a natural peacemaker as long as I can remember. 


AWR Inc. - Alternative Workplace Resolutions


Mediator, Carty Resolution Inclusive Services

CHRISTIANA CARTY-GODIN, B.A.,DIP., CERT., Q. MED., WFA.Christiana Carty, Q. Med, BA (Hons), Dip., Cert., WFA. Christiana is a Mediator, an engaging speaker, a trainer and a workplacefairness analyst practitioner. She has being workingin the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) for over 10 years. She hasprovided mediation, ADR services to hundreds of satisfied clients.Her area ofexpertise are: Workplace, Faith-Based, Family Interpersonal, Landlord /Tenant.& leadership training and speaking servicesto hundred of participants of many organizations, including many youth groups,faith ...


Guide Mediation


Owner/Operator, Harmonia Mediation Services

Madison began her education journey at Lakehead University where she earned an honor’s Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree in psychology and sociology. Madison’s focus on earning credentials in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution began with the ADR Learning Institute, first taking courses in understanding conflict, followed by formal Mediation training and earned the designation of Q.Med - Qualified Mediator. Madison’s education in Dispute Resolution is ongoing as there is always more to learn and new skills to practice. 


Brook Thorndycraft, M.A. B.Ed. Q.Med. is Conflict and Diversity Specialist and Qualified Mediator. She also offers coaching and training to families and workplaces. She views conflict as an opportunity for change and growth, and supports people to develop their emotional capacity and practical skills to deal with conflict more successfully. Brook has been working in community work and education for the last 12 years. She brings a restorative justice, narrative therapy, and experiential education perspective into her work. Brook offers online dispute resolution services including mediation and ...


Families First Mediation

I am certified with FDRIO as a FDRP Med and an FDRP-Fin. I'm a Certified Specialist in Family Mediation, Arbitrator, Qualified Family Arbitration Screener (QFAS) as well as a Qualified Mediator(Q.Med), Separation Coach and Certified Elder Mediator (Cert.EM).I strongly believe that for families in conflict there must be HEART between the issues and the resolution. I am a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) helping couples navigate through the financial considerations of separation and divorce.I'm an active trainer and public speaker creating awareness of positive and creative ways to ...


Bridgepoint Employee Solutions


Attorney & Mediator, Bozzo Law

Justin is a conscientious attorney with strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to lead. Drawing on conflict resolution strategies and a wealth of knowledge in Canadian common law, Justin has identified innovative solutions to a wide range of disputes. His experiences include mobilizing diverse groups of musicians and law students, managing a high volume of legal cases, and effectively advising professionals on the inner workings of government. Writing is the bedrock of Justin's success in art, law and academia, but it is an open mind and a willingness to learn that set him ...


YorkStreet Dispute Resolution Group Inc.


Wise Health Law Professional Corporation


Education Services Manager, John Howard Society

Fosteringsanctuary & well-being: in relationships, in community, & acrossinstitutions.About As a past social services Executive Director, I’ve collaboratedwith funders, staff, boards, volunteer teams, and community members (including programrecipients), to stabilize three charitable nonprofits and prepare them forsustainable growth. Together, we clarified purpose, prioritized strategictasks, recovered from financial crisis, stabilized funding, retooled policies, fortifiedeach other, strengthened agency relationships, upgraded facilities, developedparticipant-informed programs, and ...


Vice President People and Culture and Corporate Services, YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region

I am aCertified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), with a Postgraduate in HumanResources, as well as a Master’s in Business Administration; and a Master'sDegree in Industrial Relations from Queens University.I am partof the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) Ottawa chapter, a memberof the Council of Labour Relations of the Conference Board of Canada and memberof the Canadian Industrial Relations Association (CIRA). I’m a BoardMember for the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA), the CanadianParalympic Team, and Bladder Cancer Canada providing expertise in ...


Managing Counsel, HZ LAW Professional Corporation

As Managing Counsel of HZ Law Professional Corporation, I have experience in litigation, corporate, family, estate and real estate law. As a lawyer licensed in Ontario and British Columbia, I have represented my clients at the Ontario Superior Court, Ontario Small Claims Court, the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the Court of Queen's Bench for Saskatchewan,and appeared at the Small Claim Court of California, USA. I have also represented clients in negotiating settlements through mediation and arbitration. Previously as a General Counsel of a multinational Hi-tech Corporation, I also ...


founder, Lightstone Academy for Conflict Resolution

Delighted!


PL & Associates


Executive Director, The Gender Equality Coalition of Ontario


Owner, Self Employed MacPhail Family Solutions

Dear Committee.I have a Bachelors degree in Child and Human development and a Master of Education in Counseling Psychology. I Completed 80 hours of training with the University of Toronto Continuing Education Department in 'Alternative Dispute Resolution' in 1998. My instructors included Haward Irving and Barbara Landau. I have been mediating cases since then. I ws completed my training in Collaborative Family Law. My business was a collaboration with a Family Lawyer, Marion Korn (who trained professionals in Collaborative law), and Eva Sach's Finacial Planner, our company was called Mutual ...


Capstone Coaching (Division of Legendary Coaching Inc)


Informal Conflict Resolution Practitioner, Government of Canada


Ron Kanter Dispute Resolution


I am writing to formally introduce myself as Natanael Mateus-Ruiz, with a profound dedication to holistic education, encompassing both formal and informal approaches. Over the course of my professional journey, I have engaged in a diverse array of roles within education, campus and parish ministry, labor, and international volunteering. Throughout these endeavors, conflict management has consistently remained a focal point.In my quest for more refined conflict resolution strategies, I have immersed myself in the realms of peace studies and coaching. This pursuit has propelled me towards ...


Munn Conflict Resolution Services

Kathryn Munn is an experienced mediator and arbitrator with law practice background Online and in-person dispute resolution services available Focused on the prevention, management and resolution of conflict since 1996Usual mediation approach is facilitative and interest-basedA thorough, creative and persistent professional who adapts her approach to fit each situation


Kim Parish Mediations

Kim Parish is a self-employed Chartered Mediator and is the principal owner of Kim Parish Mediations. Kim has mediated over 2,000 disputes and also performs work as an adjudicator and a facilitator. Kim is a certified Workplace Fairness Analyst and performs workplace assessments and workplace restorations. Prior to opening her own mediation practice, Kim was employed as a mediator and arbitrator with ADR Chambers and was a roster mediator for the Ontario Mandatory Mediation Program (Toronto). Her community involvement includes prior experience volunteering as a mediator with Conflict ...


I am Licensed Paralegal goverened by the Law Society of Ontario.  I have been a Litigation Paralegal with the housing department since 2015 at Durham Community Legal Clinic.  As a student I did my placement at the legal clinic and found my interests lie with social justice.  I beleive in access to justice for everyone and I believe everyone has a voice who just needs help to be heard whether in a court room or in a mediation room, it is important for people to just be heard and I beleive that I bring that to any table. 


Schnapp Mediation & Arbitration


The Delfi Group / Le Groupe Delfi

As a Human Resources Executive, Gabriel possesses a vast management experience in both the public and private sector. He holds a Bachelor degree in Education (B.Ed.), a Bachelor degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) and a Master in Health Law (LL.M.). Early on, Gabriel worked in the medical field in the provincial health system as an emergency nurse as well as in the Canadian Armed Forces as a military nurse. During his career, he also acquired a vast experience in the education field as a teacher in a School board in Quebec. In addition to that experience, Gabriel has been working for the past 25 ...


St. Aiden - Mediation and Paralegal Services


Private

I graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Degree in Political Science and Economics. I then completed a Masters Degree at the Institute of Canadian Studies at Carleton University in Ottawa. My particular interests were the Canadian Constitution and Federal Provincial Relations. I completed my JD at the University of Toronto Law School. After articling in Toronto, I went into private practice in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, where I grew up. My practice was mostly on the civil side, including a large family law practice. However, for eight years I was a federal drug prosecutor, ...


Cheryl Gaster, LL.B., C. Med, Chartered Mediator, Coach, Trainer, Facilitator


My work experience includes the non-profit/NGO sector, Social Work, Education, Sports, and Aviation. For over a decade, I successfully applied mediation, adjudication, de-escalation, conflict resolution, and restorative justice practices, resolving internal conflicts between colleagues as well as external conflicts that involved clients and stakeholders. As a result of these experiences, I developed an interest in pursuing mediation in a more specialized way. In 2022, I began fulfilling the prerequisites to be recognized by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario (ADRIO) and ...


As an Arbitrator and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioner, I am driven by the key principles of professionalism, fairness and transparency. My unique breadth of expertise across social service, health, developmental services, justice and education sectors gives me a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing both the public sector and the not-for-profit sector in these domains.My extensive work in labour relations and unionized environments serves as a scaffold for my skills in labour arbitration.   


Executive and Team Coach, Mediator, Kaufman Consulting

Specifically trained in group and systems dynamics, I help all parties have their voices heard. I ensure there is ample space for even the most marginalized voice, and help all parties discover and speak from voices they didn't know they had. From there, I work with the group to identify needs, wants, fears, concerns, and desires that have not been met. I encourage and guide the parties to co-create a way forward. Through co-creation, everyone has a say and everyone has a vested interest in maintaining and supporting the new way forward. The connection is strengthened through this process and ...


Bain Group Consulting