Our Board Members

District of Nipissing

As the principal owner of Deacon Wealth Management, a corporation that works with clients to provide investment and financial advice. When Steven’s oldest son, William, was diagnosed with Autism- the family began to receive services at One Kids Place. With personal experience on what a difference the staff at One Kids Place make in the lives of the children and youth, Steven wanted to lend support to OKP in any way possible. Not only has Steven become a valuable member of the Board at OKP, the Deacon family sponsors the OKP Summer Autism Program- so kids like William can spend their summer vacation experiencing life lessons beyond the classroom, the value of playtime and building confidence through social skills under the guidance of OKP staff.

Donna Breault brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community service to the One Kids Place Board. After a fulfilling 28-year career in education as a teacher and administrator with the Near North District School Board, Donna has continued to dedicate her time to helping others through various volunteer roles.

Donna’s commitment to her community is reflected in her service as a past volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels and her present work as an animal rescue transport driver. She also volunteers for Special Olympics, contributing her time and energy to support this important cause. From 2018 to 2022, Donna served as a Trustee for the Near North District School Board, demonstrating her ongoing dedication to education and local governance.

Donna has been married for 31 years and is the proud mother of two grown children, both born and raised in North Bay. In her leisure time, she enjoys attending local music events, spending time gardening, working with her dogs, baking, and cherishing moments with family and friends.

Throughout her career, Donna witnessed first hand the significant impact that One Kids Place has on students and their families. She has always admired the OKP’s vision and the dedication of everyone involved with OKP to achieve the best possible outcomes for the children they support. Donna is truly honoured to be a part of such a forward-thinking team and looks forward to contributing to its continued success.

District of Nipissing

LeeAnne is the Certified Association Executive and CEO of Yes Employment Services in North Bay and has been with the organization for 27 years.

In her many years at Yes Employment Services LeeAnne has worked with youth who have had successful outcomes from early intervention services and therapy at One Kids Place. LeeAnne is an advocate for the children and youth in our community and has a strong belief in the mission of One Kids Place.

LeeAnne is a member of the National Settlement and Integration Service Delivery Committee for Immigration Refugees Citizenship Canada, the Vice-Chair the First Work Board of Directors (a provincial umbrella organization for Employment Service Providers), the chair of the Northern Employment Partners Collaborative, the Past Director of the North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce Board, and Past Chair of the North Bay Local Immigration Partnership just to list a few. Her dedication to our community is unwavering.

Married for over 25 years, LeeAnne has three children and one beautiful grandson. She enjoys tennis and is learning to enjoy golf.

District of Nipissing

Jake is a partner at Kennedy Insurance Brokers Inc. responsible for Group Benefits and Life Insurance division. Along with his wife Michelle, and his two children, Abbey and Jakob, Jake is a strong proponent of supporting our community in any way necessary. He is currently the Vice Chair/Past Chair of Tourism North Bay, Chair of the East Ferris Economic Development Committee, Honorary Colonel of 51 Aerospace Control and Warning Operational Training Squadron at 22 Wing North Bay, and Advisor with the North Bay and Area Community Foundation. Jake is the past President of the North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce, Past President of the Canadore College Alumni Association, and has volunteered hundreds of hours to his community.

“One of my children has benefited from the amazing services at OKP and I want to ensure that we continue to deliver throughout the communities that we serve.” It was this sentiment that brought Jake to his current role on the One Kids Place Board of Directors. In his spare time, Jake enjoys spending time with his extended family, hunting, foraging and being in the outdoors.

Anne-Marie is an Operations Manager within the Social Assistance Central Services Branch of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services with a career spanning over 34 years in various sectors with most of those years as a Public Servant in Social Assistance Delivery.

Her career started out in local broadcasting with Telemedia News (CFCH/CKAT) in the early 90’s and then migrated into the private sector taking her to Temiscaming, Quebec where her career turned to Customer Service/Marketing at Tembec Inc.

Anne-Marie along with her husband Denis (deceased) moved back to North Bay in 2002 to provide more opportunities for their children and family. This is also when Anne-Marie started her work as a Public Servant.

Upon moving back to North Bay, Anne-Marie decided it was time to get involved in the community and that is when she accepted the role of Run Director with the CIBC Run for the Cure with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, a position she held from 2008 to 2014.

It was during this time that Anne-Marie rekindled her media/communication relationships in the community. This, along with a dedicated co-run director and amazing team, ensured the run reached its ambitious 2014 goal of $200,000 and for North Bay to reach the $1 million mark by its 10th anniversary. In 2014, Anne-Marie was recognized for her efforts by the foundation and awarded the National Erin McBride Run Leadership Award.

In the last ten years Anne-Marie has dedicated herself to her family and work life and is now in a position where she wants to return to a role in community service and feels OKP is the place to be. She is passionate about the mission and values of the organization. Her many years in social services have been dedicated to assisting those most vulnerable and providing the right services and supports to children with special needs is in line with her core beliefs.

Anne-Marie is a devoted mother of two grown sons. She considers herself a work in progress and is always willing to learn and grow. She looks forward to bringing her skills and experience to her role on the Board with OKP.

Kirk Kelusky brings extensive leadership and governance experience to the One Kids Place Board and is well known in the North Bay community. He retired as a Police Inspector after a distinguished 35-year career with the North Bay Police Service, where he held progressive roles across criminal investigations, professional standards, operations management, critical incident response, project development and management. Currently, Kirk works as a licensed private investigator with Investigation Solutions Network, conducting specialized investigations and providing client support.

Kirk is an active community member with a long history of volunteerism. He is the current Chair of the Canadore Foundation and previously, the Vice-Chair of the Canadore College Board of Governors and has shared his expertise as an instructor with the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Kirk and his wife Deanna raised their family who were all active in the Community. They are now experiencing an expanding family with gracious daughter-in-laws and grandchildren. He enjoys cycling, outdoor adventures, and flying airplanes in his leisure time.

His commitment to One Kids Place stems from a passion for ensuring children in need receive the necessary services and support to help them grow. With his extensive experience in governance, leadership, and youth development, Kirk is dedicated to advancing the mission of One Kids Place.

Barbara Bloomfield is the General Manager of the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce, a role she has held for over nine years. She brings extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality industry and is deeply engaged in the local community. Barbara volunteers at numerous events in Huntsville and Lake of Bays and currently serves as the board secretary for the Emsdale Airport Authority. She is also a former team lead with Muskoka Victim Services.

Married for 27 years, Barbara is the proud mother of two adult children and grandmother to two extremely adorable granddaughters. She is also a devoted dog mom and enjoys spending quality time with her family.

Barbara has had family and friends who have been clients of One Kids Place and feels a strong connection to the organization’s mission.

William Brookes is the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Finance and IT at Cassellholme, where he provides leadership in financial stewardship, technology, and organizational operations. He currently serves as Treasurer for the Capitol Centre and is a member of the Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team Collaborative Council, reflecting his commitment to strong governance and community well-being.

Outside of work, William is married and a proud new father to a baby boy. He enjoys playing guitar, camping, and travelling, and values time spent with his growing family.

William is passionate about giving back to the community that has been a great place for him to grow up and now work in. With his son now in his life, the mission of One Kids Place holds special meaning for him, and he is honoured to support an organization that plays such an important role in helping children and families thrive.