West region council members

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Elijah Masek Kelly

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Ruta Mesfin

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Connie Bulhoes

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Jasmine Sean

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Josiane Aboungono
  • "My name is Josiane Aboungono, and I am an experienced community advocate. For more than 10 years, I have volunteered with local shelters, and tenant engagement programs, supporting families, newcomers, and individuals experiencing homelessness. This hands-on work has given me a deep understanding of the challenges our community faces. I hold diplomas in Social Service Work and Paralegal Studies, with training in conflict resolution, mediation, and advocacy. Professionally, I have served as a Caseworker at a Member of Provincial Parliament’s constituency office, where I helped tenants resolve housing and social benefit concerns, and as an Executive Assistant to a Parliamentary Assistant, where I gained experience in advocacy, communications, and problem-solving. As a tenant myself, I understand the challenges we face, and I know how important it is to have fair representation, and practical solutions. If elected, I am committed to advocating for safe, healthy, and inclusive communities where tenants are heard and respected. Through collaboration, problem-solving, and community building, I will work hard to ensure our concerns are addressed and our collective voice shapes the future of Toronto Community Housing. Advocacy. Collaboration. Community leadership. Together, we can build a stronger tenant voice and create a community where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued."

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tracy Roberts

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Nordia Thomas

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Amal Ali

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Rabbiyah (Rose) Robertson

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Ann-Marie Tomlinson

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Basim (Raffi) Dhaher
  • "Hi! I am Raffi, your neighbour and candidate for Tenant Council. I have been a resident in Dundas Gooch for almost a decade and am an active member of the community, easily recognized and well-known by many. You can see me every week in the lobby with the community police officers handing out meals. I am a dedicated father and family man, and a friend who is always willing to help out his neighbours. I am running for Tenant Council so I can continue to help out the residents, and assist them when they have problems. I hope to be able to organize events and meetings so all residents can get to know each other, and feel part of a community."

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Megan Sandiford

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Janeel Jones

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Susel Munoz
  • Hi there! I'm Susel, a dedicated Community Advocate with an interest in advocating for unique, innovative and safe communities. Growing up surrounded by diverse cultures and communities gave me the opportunity to understand the many challenges some groups face. I developed a deep love for serving people, especially the voiceless. My journey began at very young age, volunteering for my local City Councillor and then doing my college placement at TCHC. Eventually leading me to establish an interest in policy making and community development and engagement. I graduated from Humber College with a Diploma in Social Service Work, and from York University with BA in Arts and Professional Studies (Sociology, Social Work, and Spanish). I have been a resident of TCHC for over 16 years, and served in various advisory committees across the City of Toronto. I see advocacy work as a powerful form of democratic politics, and I strive to empower individuals through my advocacy. Join me on this campaign to represent the TCHC residents of the West Region."

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Ruth Mburu

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Emmanuel Frimpong

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Millicent Quist

Your Tenant Council Members have been acclaimed:

• Trevor Dixon
  • "My name is Trevor Dixon. I live in North York and reside at Tobermory in housing since 1998. I have volunteered at Tobermory food bank, also when the COVID was spreading i also volunteered with Black Creek Community Health Centre. I also sat on TCAT as a chair. I also worked with Stephan and with the youth at Tobermory to open a youth space so the youth can have somewhere to socialize. What I would like to see is the residents live comfortable in there - that is why I am running for Tenant Council."
• Richmond Antwi

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Debra "Samaya" Fiaola

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Neika Lindsay

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Patricia Malcolm

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Joshua Reyes

Your Tenant Council Members have been acclaimed:

• Georgia Lewis
• Rahima Mahamed Hassan

Your Tenant Council Members are:

• Yasin Abicar
  • "I have proudly lived with my family at Falstaff for over seven years. During this time, I have worked hard to build meaningful connections, give back to the community, and advocate for positive change. 
    
    "I am a freelance journalist serving the Somali community in Toronto, where I amplify voices and highlight important issues. I also work at the airport, a role that has given me valuable experience working with a diverse groups of people. Beyond my professional work, I am the Co-Founder of the Restore Somalia Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to education, social development, and peacebuilding, both locally and internationally.
    
    "Volunteerism has always been at the heart of what I do. Over the years, I have supported countless community initiatives, youth programs, and cultural activities, dedicating my time and energy to make our neighbourhood a better place for families. Whether through organizing, mentoring, or simply being present for others, I have always believed that strong communities are built through collective effort and leadership."
• Amarnauth Subryran

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tracy Bermeo

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Rosemarie Crichton

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Saynab Ali

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Alana Smith
  • "I have lived in this building a very long time and once represented myself as the Tenant Representative for building. I will like to continue seeing all the goals that was set to be achieved for where I live. The building I live in looks like a building of value."

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Desree Prince

Your Tenant Council Members have been acclaimed:

• Deny Mutaganda
• Virginia Alexander

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Mohamed Aden Hadi

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Layla Yusuf

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Curdel Lobos
  • "My name is Curdel Lobos, happily married for 30 years and a mother of three lovely children. I've been living in this community for four years. I am excited to represent our small community. I will strive hard to see to it that all those in our community get to hear the needs of everyone. Since my family moved into this community, I saw that there was a lack of representation from those who live in our small community and I thought that I can fill that gap to represent those in need or those who may not be able to express their concerns for whatever reasons. I will be that representative. I will see to it, with your support, that our concerns are heard and met to the best of my ability. That’s is my desire. Thank you."

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tammy Mary Funovitz

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Anthonia (Princess) Ehikwe

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Denise Quammie

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Eileen Young

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Ellen Marshall

Your Tenant Council Members are:

• Carlos Bernardes
• Odette Brown

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Winston Vernon

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Emanuel Mendonca

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Hyacinth Kowlessar

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Zamani Ra

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Sharon Glaves

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tiandria Taylor

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tracy Gillard

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Jorry Cross
  • "Hello, my name is Jorry and I am excited to run for Tenant Council. I have lived in Toronto Community Housing for several years and care deeply about our community and the people who call it home. I believe that every tenant deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported in their housing.
    
    Over the years, I have been actively involved in building connections and creating opportunities for residents. I helped create a community flower garden that adds beauty to our space, and I am proud to share that our community vegetable garden will be open for the next growing season. I have also organized community events such as back-to-school BBQs, garage sales, and holiday dinners, bringing people together and fostering a stronger sense of belonging.
    
    If elected, I will listen to residents’ concerns and work hard to bring your voices forward. My priorities include improving building maintenance, enhancing safety, and creating more opportunities for programs that benefit tenants of all ages. I strongly believe that when tenants are informed and involved, our community becomes stronger.
    
    I am approachable, reliable, and committed to working with others to solve problems and represent our community fairly and respectfully. I would be honoured to have your support in this election. Together, we can build a safer, stronger, and more connected community."

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Nikolic Smiljana

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Maureen Archibald

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Tam Pham

Your Tenant Council Members are:

• Natalie King
  • "I believe that the Trethewey community needs someone who is hands-on and involved in the community. Someone who actually cares about the people and their opinions about what's happening in the community. I believe that this community will benefit from someone who is positively involved in what happens and how the buildings look. I have been working in the food bank for the last year and have made a lot of changes in peoples lives. This past summer, I started a mas camp for kiddies carnival in the community. The kids that took part in making their own costume and in the parade had a blast. I'm excited to share my past experiences with the younger and older generations and turn our community into a village. I'm always eager to learn and listen, and I also share my knowledge. Time for a positive change. Let's make Trethewey a great community for everyone."
• Samantha Mogent

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Joy Lyttle

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Katherine Courriere

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed:

• Cosetta " Lorna" Walters

Your Tenant Council Member is:

• Claudette Reddock

Your Tenant Council Members are:

• Ali Mohamud

  • "Hello, I’m Ali Mohamud, and I am running for Tenant Council. I graduated from the Academy of Economic Studies in Bucharest, Romania with a Master of Industrial Economy, and I hold a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the State University of New York at Albany. I have served for ten years as Executive Director of the Somai Multi-Service Centre (Dejinta Beesha), working closely with Toronto Community Housing. I have also worked with TCHC as a tenant representative and served as Director of an anti-discrimination program called “Against Prejudice.”

    I am committed to being a strong voice in the local decision-making process for our community, strengthening collaboration with staff and other tenants to support the Tenant Engagement System, and advocating for the programs and policies that impact our homes. I will be a strong and reliable link between tenants and TCHC."

• Sophia Wright

Your Tenant Council Member has been acclaimed.

• Sierra Samms