Class of 1990
Class of 1990 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $62,557.16
Christine (Crissie) Matheson continues to support her patients through her naturopathic practice and her signature Belly Be Well™ program for optimizing gut and gynecological health. She also recently enjoyed leading educational projects to increase HPV and cervical health awareness for Wellex, a supplement brand dedicated to evidence-based support for women’s health. Giselle Jones – Now feeling more settled in our home in Rockwood, Ontario, with my husband and daughter, I’m grateful we made the move back from the U.S. when we did. I’ve been continuing to grow my cross-border private psychotherapy practice and have been giving talks and lectures on Mindfulness – a practice I’m both grateful for and humbled to share. Reconnecting with some of my HC Old Girl crew has been truly reaffirming. Much love!!
Karen Schaffer – My kid Avery just finished second year at UVic, and our house is now Net Zero (in energy use) thanks to ground solar panels installed this year. I’m still living by the ocean, counselling by day and writing by night (well, evening – let’s be real, I’m getting old). Katherine Gurney – Still living in Toronto and working as General Counsel at Northleaf, I remain close with many of my HC friends and am looking forward to celebrating our 35th reunion in September! My time at HC has officially come to an end – again – as my daughter, Scarlett, graduated in 2024. It was fun to see so many graduation traditions remain unchanged, along with some new ones (like parents attending the prom pre-party!).
Pam McLeod – I’m still working as a Registered Massage Therapist at two clinics in the Yonge/Lawrence area – Pomegranate Healthcare and the Brookdale Fitness Club. I also lead personal training sessions and group fitness classes at Brookdale, with a few Old Girls as clients! I’m nearly out of the high school years, with my youngest heading into Grade 12 in September. Looking forward to one last round of university tours – and stressed-out teens. We also welcomed a rescue pup in May named Cleo; her feline siblings are still questioning our decision. Karen DeBortoli – I’m currently working as Principal and Compliance Leader at Gallagher in Toronto. Deric Jacklin and I celebrated our 20th anniversary in November 2024 with a Danube Christmas market cruise. Our son Joshua is heading to U of T this fall – but not before a family trip to Japan this summer!
Class of 1991
Class of 1991 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $44,185.99
Jennifer Steckel Elliott is using her powers for good at Jack.org and enjoying the adventures of her children studying abroad – Jaqueline Elliott (HC 2022) and Turner Elliott (Crescent 2023), both currently at university in Scotland. Jennifer McGill – After 13 years specializing in dialysis technology at Island Health, I’m excited to be presenting twice at the Canadian Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists (CANNT) Conference in Victoria, taking place October 16 – 17, 2026.
Indrani (Julia) Pal-Chaudhuri – Join me in humanity’s greatest challenge: protecting our planet. I’m convening the United Nations Science Summit, bringing together Nobel Prize winners and visionary business and thought leaders at several major events: the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development in Seville, Spain (June 30 – July 2), NY Climate Week (September 25), and COP30 (November 10–21, 2025). I’m directing the upcoming documentary The Regeneration Generation – and leading the global movement behind it – which offers sponsors a unique opportunity to align with Indigenous leadership and climate innovation to catalyze systemic change and inspire millions worldwide. The project is produced by the Shakti Regeneration Institute. I’m also the founder of Open Origin Industries and Energy Catalyst City.
Class of 1992
Class of 1992 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $43,418.39
Whether near or far, it’s always nice to hear updates from our classmates. Cathy Luba Hibbert has left her role as Vice Principal of Junior Academy to join American College Consulting. She specializes in helping students find the right post-secondary fit in Canada and the United States. Kiera Vanderlugt has recently completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and is beginning a new career in grief therapy.
Christine Anderson celebrated her 20th anniversary with Andrew Winter. She continues to teach Drama and direct the annual school play at the Cairn Christian School in Niagara. Her daughter, Abby, finished her first year in the Dance Performance program at Centennial College. Her other daughter, Olivia, suffers from anaphylaxis and raised money to place several EpiPen cases in three local schools and their church so that people could always have access to this life-saving medicine.
Niala Kalliecharan is a cardiology nurse practitioner. In addition to acute care, four years ago she opened Look Timeless Medical Aesthetic clinic in Markham, where she provides boutique aesthetic services. Her sons are now 16 and 18; the oldest is at York University. Dora Boylen is the VP, Partner and Senior Consultant at Global Philanthropic. She continues to live in Schomberg with her 3 dogs and 2 cats and celebrated her 23rd anniversary with Jeff. They are empty nesters because Charlize is at Dalhousie, and Raif is at Guelph University.
Rachel DeBlois is an empty nester! Her daughter, Jordan, is in 3rd year at U of T and is enjoying living in the city. Her son, Dufferin, is at Western, taking Political Science. Congratulations to Melanie Plet, who is starting her MSEd in Secondary Education. Congratulations to Dominique Ing, who celebrated 25 years at Sick Kids in the NICU! Her son, Ellis, graduated from Waterloo, and her other son, Reese, is at U of T-Scarborough. Her daughter, Sloane, represented Canada in Germany as part of the U18 National Dragon Boat team. This is a family passion, as both Ellis and Reese also represented Canada in 2019 and 2023.
Dale McIntosh had some nice opportunities to see some HC friends over the past year. At a special event celebrating the legacy of Lisa Hardie, she caught up with Ayrlie MacEachern (living in Singhampton, ON), Karen Herder (living in Aurora), Rachel DeBlois and several others from the class of 1993. It was nice to share stories and remember Lisa while walking through the wooded trail named in her honour. Last summer, she met up with Brooke Murray (living in Toronto), Liza Lefebvre (living part-time on her sailboat) while Suzy Sinclair was visiting from Australia! She continues to work in live events and enjoys all the places that her job takes her around the world.
Lianne Furlong has been named to The CEO Magazine’s inaugural list of the Top 50 Women Over 50. This recognition has offered her a moment to reflect on a career built on the intentional balance of empathy and results. She hopes that it will inspire women at every stage of their journey to continue to evolve, lead and innovate. Lianne practices law at Aviva Trial Lawyers in Toronto. Congratulations, Lianne!
Class of 1993
Class of 1993 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $16,028.64
The Class of 1993 continued celebrating milestones – 50th birthdays, graduations, adventures, and fresh starts. For the Boarders, the festivities kicked off with a summer bash in Georgina for Katrina Myer’s birthday, followed by a fall gathering to mark Amy Schlueter’s milestone. In November, everyone came together at Camille Cleare’s home in the Bahamas for an unforgettable reunion. It was a joy to reconnect – with local friends Carla Morton, Suzanne Sherk-McKenzie Poole, Gwen Van Wees, Britta Hild, Marcia McLellan, and Katrina Myers, as well as Emelie Cheng, who flew in from Sweden, and Samantha Walls, who joined from Alberta.
In other exciting news: Amy Schlueter is the host of the Voices of Leadership podcast, part of her growing network, Bespoke Productions. Hilary Smith Beasley took her kids to Iceland and is planning their next adventure to Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain – something that’s been on her bucket list since Ms. Hazel’s Grade 5 class! Jennifer Bassett has been making waves with both her business and volunteer work – she was featured on the February 2025 cover of The Hollywood Magazine and named one of the “10 Most Inspiring Women to Watch in 2025” and among the “Top 10 Event Planners in the World.” McKenzie just wrapped up her first year at Queen’s, and Will is off to Huron in the fall.
Robyn Menear Zivic is busy with a move and starting a new job in NYC. Her daughter, Hudson, is spending the summer in a special program with the Dean of Political Science at Villanova. Andrea Racansky Thomson pulled off a record-breaking gala for Elmwood School, started a new job back at the National Arts Centre, and travelled to Japan – all in just 10 days. Tamara Kolber is active with Crescent School’s Parents Association and regularly bumps into Camilla Pucholt in the school parking lot.
Jennifer Wilson is thrilled to announce the publication of her first book, The Heart of Homestay: Creating Meaningful Connections When Hosting International Students (Page Two, 2025). It is a must-read for anyone involved in international education – whether as a host family, coordinator, or manager. The book received silver in the Parenting category at the Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPYs). On the family front, Jennifer’s daughter Morgan recently earned her BSc from the University of Toronto, and her son Seamus completed Level 2 of the cook training program at Camosun College. Jennifer also completed her MFA in Creative Nonfiction at the University of King’s College (Dalhousie). She has stepped away from her CEO role at Canada Homestay Network to launch her own leadership coaching and consulting business, Oak Bay Coaching and Consulting.
Mita Ghosh continues to care for her mother, who is about to turn 87. She still enjoys hiking and exploring films and has recently added line dancing and pole fitness to her activities. Line dancing, she notes, is easy and fun, while pole fitness is challenging but rewarding. She can now sit on the pole for up to 30 seconds and has gained a new respect for the athleticism it requires! Your 1993 Class Reps – Tamara, Mariam Marandi, and Andrea – thank everyone who sent in news. Keep in touch!
Class of 1994
Class of 1994 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $6,588.82
Hello, Class of ’94! It’s hard to believe we celebrated our 30th reunion this past fall! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us to reconnect and share more laughs than we could count. A special shoutout to the huge Boarder contingent that made their way back to HC, and to those who joined the party for the very first time! We were also thrilled by the appearance of the OG Havergator – it was certainly a night to remember. Here’s what’s new in our class: Natascha Kozlowski continues her fantastic work as a Girl Guide leader, supporting her daughter and preparing for a summer trip to the UK and France. There was a meeting of the medical minds with Charlotte Moore, Jenny Russell, Shelly Dev, and Na-Koshie Lamptey all making strong contributions to the field. A special congratulations to Dr. Na-Koshie Lamptey, who became the Acting Medical Officer of Health for the City of Toronto – an incredible achievement!
Renita Rietz is on the move again, having relocated to Simcoe County. Deborah Roth Ledley – I’m still treating lots of kids and teens with anxiety in my private practice and spending a lot of time volunteering with the Philadelphia Orchestra. I chair their Education Program, which sends docents into inner-city schools to teach kids about classical music. One of my kids is halfway through college at Cornell, and the other is finishing junior year in high school. Time is flying! Leila Piper Phillipson – Loving life in Whistler, BC! This spring, I received my 25-year service award from the Whistler Blackcomb Snow School. I’ve also checked off two bucket list trips with my husband and daughter – to South Africa and French Polynesia. Say hi if you’re ever passing through Whistler! Cheers to 100 years, grads – see you again soon! Aimee Beeston.
Class of 1995
Class of 1995 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $17,624.56
Our class was thrilled to share some of the athletic adventures we’ve been pursuing! Lisa Rossiter-Thornton and Zanele Ndlovu enjoyed reconnecting in Calgary this past summer, where they discovered a shared love for cornhole competitions. What began as a casual backyard and cottage pastime has blossomed into a growing hobby. Cornhole has proven to be the perfect blend of fun activity and community spirit – and they’re even considering joining formal leagues in the future!
Brenda Ha was delighted to return to Havergal in March to speak to the student body about AFC Toronto – the city’s first professional women’s soccer team in Canada’s newly launched domestic league. As a co-founder, she feels it has been a tremendous privilege to witness the league’s historic first season take shape. The passion and enthusiasm from Toronto’s supporters have been nothing short of inspiring, and she is incredibly proud to be part of this exciting movement for women in sport. It’s also been a milestone year for Brenda and her family. Her son, Jai, graduated from UCC this spring and has just begun his first year at Queen’s University, studying Commerce – following in his mom’s footsteps! Meanwhile, her daughter, Mya, is continuing her Havergal journey, entering Grade 9 after graduating from the Middle School.
Sheana Desson continues to enjoy her family medicine practice while also chasing after her two daughters (ages 9 and 10), who are both thriving at Havergal Junior School. We’re looking forward to our 30th reunion this September – and we hope to see all of you there! Catherine Nicholson, Deirdre Horgan MacLeod and Lisa Rossiter-Thornton.
Class of 1996
Class of 1996 Curriculum Enrichment total as at August, 2025 | $86,285.84
Mia Skarpathiotakis – I’m still working at Sunnybrook Hospital as a Radiologist and Head of Breast Imaging. Life is full with our two little ones, Elena (9) and Evan (7). Elena is in Grade 3 at Havergal and absolutely loving it! Farah Ismail – I’m currently the SVP, Chief Legal, Privacy, and Compliance Officer at SE Health. Over the past 1.5 years, I’ve had the privilege of establishing the company’s first-ever in-house legal department (not bad for a 115-year-old organization!). I was honoured to be nominated and selected as a finalist for two prestigious legal awards this past year. On the home front, I’m happily married, and our son, Grayson Boddy, is in Grade 4 at RSGC. I’m also an avid fundraiser for SickKids, in honour of our son. In 2019, we founded a charity called Grayson’s Gratitude.
Kendra Thompson – I finally took the leap and launched my own boutique strategy consulting firm, focused on the wealth management industry. Check out Epok Advice – I’m having a blast! Angela Salomon Barkan – Still living in New York City, where I oversee a global music roster at BMG. I recently returned to Toronto to celebrate my daughter Sunny’s bat mitzvah, surrounded by the Havergal “poss.” There to share in the fun were: Mara Abols ‘95, Katie Turner, Willa Hoffmann, Carolyn Singer, Jennifer Grantier, Angela Salomon, Jen Winnell, and Kara Kennedy. The husbands and boyfriends tried their best to keep up with our HC semi-formal dance moves!
Hilary Curry – Splitting my time between Vancouver and the Middle East, I’m working as a Fractional VP of People and Culture at a start-up and supporting a client in Saudi Arabia with their people strategy. Last year, we welcomed a puppy named Bentley, a Bernedoodle -photo attached! Caley Taylor – It’s been a wonderful year as my husband Evan and I settle into our new home in Midtown Toronto. I’m still enjoying a fulfilling career as a commercial and fine art photographer, and I’m honoured to share that one of my photographs was selected for the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC) National Salon Exhibition 2025 – a juried showcase of outstanding work from across the country. Our children are reaching new milestones as well: our son Lochlann has just started his first year at Upper Canada College (UCC), and our daughter Teya is entering her final year at the University of Edinburgh. We’re incredibly proud of both of them and excited to see where their paths lead.
Sarah Rydahl – I’m living in Toronto with my two daughters, Kathryn (13) and Annelise (11). I remain actively involved in the Ontario Physiotherapy Association, and still enjoy a range of sports – from sailing at the National Yacht Club (including empowering women-on-water initiatives) to skiing with the family at Caledon!
Class of 1997
Class of 1997 Science & Technology Fund total as at August, 2025 | $70,021.46
Christine Etherington Varesh continues to work with the family business, which her father started almost 50 years ago. She is living in Toronto with her husband Tom and travels as much as she can. Lindsay Greisman – We celebrated a big milestone in our family – the bar mitzvah of our son, Colin. Can’t believe my older son Trevor will be graduating from UCC next year. Let the college applications begin! Gloria Lim – My eldest joined the HC family this year in grade 7 and had a fantastic first year! I also ran my first 10k race and exceeded my own expectations! Victoria Bovaird – My daughter Addie is now in Grade 7 so I’m around the Upper School a lot more these days. Still at Deloitte running their Private Equity Advisory Services. Recently visited Julie McConville and her family in the UK.
Class of 1998
Class of 1998 Athletics Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $63,089.86
Kate Weldon Baldwin happy to have welcomed my first grandson a year ago – Lewis! Looking forward to hosting our youngest daughter’s wedding at our farm outside of London, ON in Sept and in the final stretch working in the toy business but training my son-in-law to take over in a year! Then – more travel and visiting friends far & near! Annatasha Bartel – Recently I moved back to Toronto from Singapore, and I am now the Chief Medical Officer of King Animal Hospital in King City. I am enjoying being home, catching up with friends and family, and even volunteering some time at Havergal!
Melissa Ghislanzoni continues to work as an asset management lawyer at Borden Ladner and is looking forward to a summer full of great concerts with her family. The family pet count is up to three: 2 dogs and a Flemish Giant. Thankfully, all the creatures get along well and Nori, Melissa’s daughter, is wonderful with each of them. Sherryn Rambihar – Busy household here as a working mom (still a cardiologist in the Mackenzie Health hospital network and at the University of Toronto) and taking care of our two busy boys, Reid and Rory who are thriving at Crescent. A very meaningful thing happened this year: I just found out I will be receiving a King Charles Coronation Award in June for helping the Heart and Stroke Foundation on their campaigns raising awareness of women and heart disease and other important issues! It has been such a privilege doing this work and it was such a pleasant surprise. Hope everyone is well and looking forward to reading everyone’s updates!
Emma Haight – It’s been an exciting year! I’m still happily living in London, often swimming in the Hampstead ponds and enjoying time with fellow Havergalians – my son even plays with Julia Kelk’s ‘99 little ones. In May, I became a partner at a private equity firm focused on clean energy and impact, working alongside like-minded Canadians and an international team. I continue to chair the Investment Committee of a global deep-impact fund and serve as an advisor to the UN on climate adaptation finance. On a personal note, I recently proposed to my partner (he said yes!) and we’re planning to marry next year. We’re navigating a London-Dublin relationship while also collaborating on impact investments.
Michelle Murti happily in Toronto with my family and working as an Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Ministry of Health. I have enjoyed catching up with classmates at the Celebration Saturday events, including this year’s pickleball tournament and Georgia (age 9) and I at the photo booth. Katharine Cheung – I’m currently practicing nephrology and the interim Director of the Center on Aging at the University of Vermont. Our kids are 4 and 6 and we are having a family reunion in Scotland this summer. Tracey Woo is currently the Chief Operating Officer at RBC Royal Trust. She lives in North Toronto with her husband David and two boys Christopher (9) and Callan (7). Outside of work she is busy shuttling her two boys to various practices and games.
Class of 1999
Class of 1999 Endowment total as at August, 2025 | $73,099.65
Allison Kelly – I’ve been living in Waterloo with my husband and two kids (11 and 8), working as a professor in psychology at the University of Waterloo. Brenda Wong Vongova – I am still serving in the Office of the United Nations Secretary-General, while directing the UN Chamber Music Society – which broadcasts global concerts on the United Nation’s global platforms. Also recently elected President of the UN Movie Society and launched “Shakespeare at the UN” under this organization. Meredith Beales Ashton is living in Toronto with my husband and three daughters, two of whom are behind the ivy. I am an AGC at Home Depot Canada, now leading Government Relations and External Affairs. We spend time up north so our 2 beautiful Berners can shed outside for a change!
Jessica Cook still loving mountain life in Park City! I’m enjoying motherhood with my 17-month-old son Clyde. I’m also celebrating my one-year anniversary of owning my own business doing brand strategy for small luxury resorts around the world. Christy Lynde Nicolucci – Busy year. I went back to school to study American Sign Language (ASL). My husband was president for Ontario Dental Association and was instrumental in the Canadian Dental Care Plan. My children are wonderful. I am just sucking in all this special time as my oldest is starting grade 11.
Gillian Freeman Kirkpatrick – After having my real estate license for the past 10 years, I finally decided to take the plunge and become a realtor. It’s been a great transition and has allowed me the flexibility to do the things I love like volunteering in my son’s school. Sara Diament – I am currently legal counsel at Shopper’s Drug Mart and Loblaw. I support many areas of law which include franchising, privacy, procurement, cybersecurity, and compliance just to name a few. I have three beautiful kids, two girls and one boy.
Rachel Jacobson Silver – Not much has changed in my life, and I like it that way 🙂 Coming up on 30 years with my high school sweetheart, David, and living at Avenue and Lawrence with our 3 kids and dog. Still working as a Genetic Counsellor at Mt Sinai Hospital Prenatal Diagnosis Unit. My eldest will start grade 11 at HC next year, and will be joined by my youngest, who will start grade 7 at HC next year. Julia Kelk – I’m Head of Legal at a Lloyd’s insurance broker in London, UK. I had my third baby in 2024, and we have a whippet and a greyhound. I still run obsessively and love to swim outside year-round (Emma Haight ’98, and I swim together all winter). I’ve also become an avid knitter.
