Meet the people behind CSNPEI

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.

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Alexia Riche

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alexia@csnpei.com

902-918-5549

Executive Director

Alexia Riche has been the Executive Director of the Community Sector Network of PEI since August 2022. Alexia is on the Board of Directors for Women’s Network PEI, the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women, and the Comité Consultatif de la Communauté Acadienne et Francophone. She previously worked as the Diversity Training Coordinator for ResourceAbilities.
 
Alexia graduated from the University of Prince Edward Island with a BA in Diversity and Social Justice Studies and Applied Communication Leadership and Culture. During her studies, Alexia had various student assistant roles and volunteered both on campus and in the community.
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Amir Zuccolo

Project Coordinator

Amir previously worked for Bike Friendly Communities and Gran Fondo PEI. With Bike Friendly Communities, she was responsible for developing their strategic fundraising plan to create a diversified revenue stream to bring operational stability.
 
Amir is traditionally trained as an Organic Chemist with a PhD from the University of Calgary. She spent a year teaching in the Chemistry Department at UPEI. Following that she spent a few years working in the biotech sector, before starting her own company, AffinityImmuno, with her business partner.
 
Through owning and growing the business, she has first-hand experience in financial management, growth and strategic planning, and securing non-dilutive funding.
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Deanelle Magbanua

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info@csnpei.com

Administrative Assistant

Deane is a third-year UPEI student, born in the Philippines and raised in the UAE, pursuing a Major in Psychology with double Minors in Sociology and Business. Passionate about advocacy, community engagement, and support, Deane has served as a Mental Health Support Worker in CMHA, Student Assistant in Experiential Education, Student Wellness Coordinator, and currently as Vice President Academic at the UPEI Student Union, among others.
 
Her passion for arts and digital media inspires her to approach every project and volunteer opportunity with creativity and collaboration, with her recent roles as Marketing Captain for Relay for Life to the UPEI Filipino Society [KABAYAN], which she founded and formerly led as President.
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Kimberly Chu Foon

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kimberly@csnpei.com

902-918-5549

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.

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Sarah Outram

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. 

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Heloise Santana

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esantana@csnpei.com

902-918-5549

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. 

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Christine Batten

she/her

cbatten@csnpei.com

902-214-2523

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.

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Haley Ha

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hha@csnpei.com

902-918-5549

Shared Services Navigator

Haley Ha brings a cross-sector background in hospitality, law, and nonprofit management to her role at CSNPEI. 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 in PEI. Haley also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from IU International University of Applied Sciences in Germany.

Board of Directors

Our board is comprised of people working or volunteering in the community sector.

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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.

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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.

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Nathalie Walsh-Annand

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Nathalie Walsh-Annand will be entering her 20th year working for the Autism Society of PEI in 2026As Executive Director, she is passionate and invigorated by her work and is gracious for the tremendous families and individuals across PEI she works with and for. She is an Islander, who has spent time volunteering and traveling in a variety of places in the world and now resides with her family in Stratford, Prince Edward Island. Nathalie has a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a Human Resources certificate from Saint Mary’s University.
 
She is trained as a facilitator of Triple P Parenting-Stepping Stones as well as is a Handle With Care program faciliatator. She has worked as a respite and one to one worker in the past, as well as been a Big Sister, and community volunteer. She enjoys traveling, being active, and spending time on our beautiful Island beaches.  
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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.

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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. 

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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.

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Jane Onyeagolum

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Secretary

Jane Onyeagolum is a young professional with expertise in data analysis, nonprofit administration, and program coordination. She currently serves as a Training Administrator at CASTL’s Biomanufacturing Training Facility, where she coordinates trainee programs, manages learning resources, and conducts data analysis to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
 
Jane contributes to other nonprofit and community organizations across the Island, and 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.
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Alyssa Jo Bernard

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Alyssa Jo Bernard is a proud Indigenous woman from Lennox Island First Nation in Mi’kmaq Territory. She is a mother, community leader, and advocate who is passionate about strengthening Indigenous leadership and community voices.
 
Alyssa currently serves as a MMIWG2S+ File Holder and Advocate with the Aboriginal Women’s Association of Prince Edward Island (AWAPEI), where she works alongside families and communities to raise awareness and support meaningful change. Her advocacy journey began through the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people, a crisis that has personally impacted her family and continues to fuel her passion for this work.
 
Through her work, Alyssa is committed to advancing awareness and education around Indigenous issues and working toward safer communities across PEI.
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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.

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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.

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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
  • 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