The Team
Our amazing team at the QWYC is made up of dedicated staff and passionate volunteers. Read below to get to know our team a little better! Interested in becoming a volunteer? Contact us!
Staff
Nahanni Ranes
(She / Her)
Program Manager
Nahanni Ranes is originally from Belleville and is a graduate of Lifeteams: School of Youth Outreach with a certificate of Youth Work in British Columbia, and most recently a graduate of Booth University College with a Bachelor (Honours) degree of Psychology in Manitoba.
She is passionate about creating safe, welcoming spaces where young people feel seen, valued, and empowered. As well as, committed to turning good intentions into programs that are sustainable and life-giving for youth, made possible through deeply rooted community investment.
When she is not at the Centre, you can find Nahanni swimming in lakes, hiking trails or video chatting with long distance friends. She and her husband Joel enjoy working on projects together, getting outdoors, and hosting family and friends. At home, their two cats make sure there’s never a dull moment.
HAILEY BORDEN
(She / Her)
Child and Youth Worker
Hailey Borden is a graduate from Durham College, with a diploma in Music Business Administration.
Hailey was one of the original members of QWYC, joining only a couple years after opening in 2011. She quickly realized during this time that making a difference was something she was passionate about. Her journey in finding the perfect job to put those dreams into action, eventually led her back to QWYC as the Fundraiser and Donor Relations Specialist.
“A big part of shaping the future for our youth is awareness of what they’ve gone through and what we do to help.”
When Hailey is not at the centre, you can find her singing and writing music.
Gabe Rozeboom
(HE / HIM)
Child and Youth Worker
Gabe Rozeboom is a Trent University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Forensics and Biology with a specialization in Law and Policing.
Gabe joined the team at the youth center to gain experience in leadership and mentorship to achieve his career goal of becoming a police officer.
At the centre, Gabe is currently organizing athletic programs and will be facilitating a program for young males, focused on teaching young men how to be accountable, courageous, and empathetic; who are committed to equality and becoming role models for their peers.
When not at the Youth Centre, you can find him playing sports, exercising, volunteering, or spending time with family and friends.
Volunteers
TONY
volunteer
KALA
volunteer
Mary Ann
volunteer