Vision
A sustainable and valued community sector for PEI.
Mission
To develop an empowered community sector using its collective voice for change.
Values
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of working together and seek to build strong relationships that foster mutual learning and growth.
- Courage: We are committed to demonstrating courage in all aspects of our work, including taking bold actions, speaking up for what is right, and advocating for systemic change through innovative approaches.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We recognize and respect the diversity of our community and strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment where marginalized people feel valued, respected, and supported.
- Transparency: We are dedicated to promoting transparency in our operations, governance, and decision-making processes, and we are committed to being open, honest, and accountable in all our interactions.
Our Areas of focus
Enhancing recognition of the Community Sector to ensure Islanders are aware of its importance to health and wellbeing within the province.
Sharing our expertise and working towards our shared goals to ensure we are strong and efficient.
Advocating on behalf of the Community Sector to ensure our voice is heard and respected by other sectors.
Ensuring the Community Sector has the resources it needs in order to deliver quality services in a sustainable manner.
Staff
The Community Sector Network of PEI team is here to help your non-profit advocate for what matters to you, acquire necessary tools for success, connect with the non-profit community, and heighten your visibility.
Executive Director
Project Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Director of Operations and Development
Kimberly brings a strong background in nonprofit leadership, partnership development, and community-focused programming. She holds a PhD with research focused on collaborative organizational networks, and has worked extensively with organizations, funders, and community leaders across Prince Edward Island to build meaningful partnerships and advance initiatives that support vibrant, resilient communities.
She is deeply committed to the strength and sustainability of the community sector and believes in the vital role it plays in shaping connected communities across PEI. Kimberly is passionate about supporting organizations to thrive, strengthening collaboration across the sector, and helping amplify community voices.
Director of Policy and Research
Coming from a background of nonprofit leadership, government relations, and a dash of scientific research, Sarah is passionate about community service, and the immense value our nonprofit sector brings to the Island. An active member of Fusion Charlottetown, the PEI Women's Institute, and the Chair's Circle for Gender Equality, she believes in the power of community to impact the world around us.
From supporting PhD research projects in the polar bear capital of the world, to her past role as ED for the PEI Coalition for Women’s Leadership, Sarah’s desire to help others succeed has shaped her into who she is today.
Membership Coordinator
Heloise Calico Santana is a Holland College graduate with a diploma in Journalism and Communications. During their studies, they brought a Queer immigrant perspective to their work, with projects exploring trans rights in PEI and the experiences of marginalized communities on the Island.
Heloise speaks Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish, and is passionate about storytelling, communication, and creativity. They are dedicated to connecting with their community in Epekwitk.
Outside of their role at CSNPEI, Heloise takes on creative projects as an artist, graphic designer, and photographer.
Community Engagement Counsellor
Christine brings over two decades of experience as a small business owner and graphic designer in Western PEI, where she also led the Holland College experiential learning program Transitions as Team Lead and Business Mentor. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of New Brunswick and an administration certificate from Holland College.
Christine is committed to her community, currently serving on the Board of the PEI Literacy Alliance. Outside of her professional life, Christine proudly sings with Island A Cappella, the Island’s only all-women’s barbershop chorus.
Shared Services Navigator
Haley Ha brings a cross-sector background in hospitality, law, and nonprofit management to her role at CSN PEI. Since joining in 2024, she has been developing the pilot Shared Services Program, connecting community organizations across PEI through resource sharing and collaboration.
Previously, she served as Program Manager at Community Legal Information, where she developed and launched Justice Avenues - a program improving access to legal information for racialized and BIPOC communities on PEI. Haley holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management from IU International University of Applied Sciences in Germany and is passionate about building inclusive environments that drive lasting community impact.
Board of Directors
Our board is comprised of people working or volunteering in the community sector.
Charity Sheehan
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Chair
In 2013, Charity was appointed Executive Director of Special Olympics PEI. She started her involvement as a volunteer coach in 1997 and in 2001 started her career with Special Olympics PEI as Program Director. Charity is a graduate of the Holland College Sport & Leisure Management Program and remains active with the program through an advisory committee.
Charity has attended numerous multi-sport games over the past two decades including being mission staff at three Special Olympics World Games and two Canada Games.
Kaisey Murnaghan
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Treasurer
Kaisey Murnaghan is a highly organized professional with over a decade of experience in client services, mentoring, and communications. Currently a Job Developer with the Neil Squire Society, she supports individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining meaningful employment through coaching, workshops, and employer engagement.
Prior to this, Kaisey spent 12+ years at Invesco Investment Services, where she held progressive roles in client communication and quality assurance, and chaired Invesco Cares, the company's charity committee, for seven years.
Fluent in English and French, she brings strong skills in relationship building, mentoring, and workplace inclusion.
Nathalie Walsh-Annand
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Tanya Nace
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Vice-Chair
Tanya is a global organizational leader with a background in non-profit recruitment, fundraising and organizational development. She serves as CEO of World Hope International (Canada) on a global scale and is also active in her local community through Cycling PEI as a leader for women's cycling rides and facilitating women to be involved in the sport of cycling on PEI.
Tanya brings experience in international communication, strategic thinking, system development, fundraising, communications and management. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Kingswood University and completed her master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was born and raised in O'Leary, PEI and currently lives in Stratford, PEI with her family.
Jane Ledwell
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Jane Ledwell grew up in rural Prince Edward Island now lives in Charlottetown with her family. As long-time Executive Director of the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women, she has led research, advocacy, and community collaborations. She is also a former Director of the Institute of Island Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island, which likewise worked in close partnership with the community sector.
Jane has degrees from Mt. Allison University, New Brunswick (BA, Hons) and the University of Waikato, New Zealand (MPhil). She is an award-winning writer, editor, and cultural advocate, with multiple books and publications to her credit. She has been active as a volunteer or board member with local and national community-sector organizations since she was old enough to sign up.
Bukola Afolabi
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Bukola is a Nigerian-born lawyer with over 10 years of post-call experience and a deep commitment to women's rights and youth advocacy. In Nigeria, she contributed to gender legislation through drafting Gender Bills, simplifying Gender Laws, and developing Shadow reports.
Her career spans nonprofit program management, with project work in sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, anti-corruption, and legal aid for low-income individuals, including court representation for survivors of gender-based violence. She has facilitated training and workshops locally and internationally, including board-level work on governance, risk management, and board dynamics.
Bukola recently completed a Master's in Island Studies with a focus on Sustainable Island Communities.
Jane Onyeagolum
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Secretary
Jane is a graduate of UPEI with a BA in Economics and a Certificate in Business. She is committed to evidence-based approaches, operational excellence, and initiatives that strengthen community impact.
Alyssa Jo Bernard
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Natasha McKenna
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In 2022, Natasha joined Family Service PEI as its Executive Director. Originally from PEI, Natasha spent most of her career in the non-profit sector in Ottawa and Toronto working and volunteering primarily in adult education, poverty reduction and financial empowerment and mental health. She is happily living on the Island again closer to her family and saltwater.
Natasha has Bachelor of Arts degree from UPEI and a Masters in Adult Education and Community Development from University of Toronto where she focused on Workplace Learning and Social Change.
Why join our board?
Meet the Community
The Community Sector Network hosts many types of events, including Island-wide networking sessions across sectors.
Make a difference
Our Board provides governance and support to the CSNPEI staff to assist hundreds of organizations in their work to help PEI.
Get Creative
New ideas are not only welcome but encouraged! Your view matters and could help create a new program or initiative to fill a much-needed gap in the sector at large.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee strengthens the CSNPEI network by supporting member engagement, recruitment, and retention. It ensures our offerings remain relevant, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of the community sector.
- Hannah Jones
- Jillian Kilfoil
- Jordan MacDonald
- Nancy Riley
- Mabel Chu
Advocacy & Policy Committee
The Advocacy & Policy Committee guides CSNPEI’s advocacy and policy priorities. It identifies key sector issues and supports coordinated efforts to advance a strong, sustainable community sector in PEI.
- Jane Ledwell
- Jane Onyeagolum
- Alyssa Jo Bernard
- Malak Nassar
- Jill O'Halloran
- Cecily Erzuah
