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Our Village
Fall for Dance North is a year-round village, strengthened and supported by a bright constellation of accomplished seasonal additions. The expertise, creativity, passion and hard work of our permanent and seasonal staff, partners, collaborators, dedicated board and volunteers combine to nurture and realize festivals of astounding beauty, annually.
Permanent Staff
Year-Round Staff
In 2022 I had the opportunity to work on the Fall For Dance North seasonal team as a Community Arts Coordinator. Creating accessible opportunities for anyone to experience the arts is something I am deeply passionate about. It was incredibly fulfilling to work alongside like-minded individuals, working toward one common goal. Following the 2022 festival, I desired to work with FFDN in a greater capacity and given my passion for arts education, the Education and Residency Coordinator felt more than right. It is a privilege to be working with such an incredible organization that is dedicated to serving and being leaders in the community.
- Faith Buchanan
Education & Residency Coordinator
2023 Seasonal Staff
My experience with FFDN over the course of the last few years has been incredibly enriching. My relationship with the organization began through an internship that turned into an official role as Festival Coordinator. The team welcomed me with open arms, and being surrounded by such dedicated and inspiring individuals makes the experience so much more meaningful. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to facilitate impactful and accessible artistic experiences through dance, and to be part of an organization that aligns with my personal values and passions.
- Leah Totten
Festival Coordinator
Year Round Collaborators
Web Development and Graphic Design Team Mouth Media
Additional Graphic Design and Animation Eric Rochon (Brood Studios)
Publicity & Communications Murray Patterson Marketing Group
Financial Services Robert Gore and Associates
Board of Directors
Chair Valerie Wilder
Past Chair Joan Lozinski, O.C.
Philanthropist
Treasurer Gerry Hannochko
Advising Representative (Portfolio Manager), Dealing Representative - Qwest Investment Fund Management Ltd.
Aleksandar Antonijevic
Fine Art Photographer, Teacher, Coach and Stager of Ballets
Peggy Baker, C.M., O.Ont, L.L.D, D.Litt
Dancer, Choreographer, Educator, Artist-in-Residence, Canada's National Ballet School
Erin Eizenman
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, MaRS Discovery District
Tanya Howard
First Soloist, The National Ballet of Canada
Jim Hwang
Chief Operating Officer, Firinne Capital
Emma Sako
Senior Associate, Torys LLP
Karen Sparks
Director, Philanthropic Advisory Services BMO Private Wealth
Zdenko Teply
Director, Strategic Transactions & Review, Scotiabank