Anja is the Director of Selections and Global Community Engagement for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill, a role that involves managing the selection of scholars while connecting members of our growing community.

Anja’s experience lies in the non-profit sector where she has led donor relations, managed alumni programs and advised grassroots organizations. Previously, Anja was the Senior Manager for Individual Giving at Canadian Stage, a performing arts company in Toronto. She has worked for the Loran Scholars Foundation, Human Cargo theatre and sits on the Board of Directors for Project: Humanity.

Anja earned a BAH in Drama and Film Studies at Queen’s University as a 2007 Loran Scholar.

Carla (she/here) has been working for the city of Toronto for over 23 years, starting as a frontline worker in Seaton House. Working in the shelter system and navigating the issues her clients face is her passion. She’s been a Program Coordinator, Policy Development Officer and most recently a Manager of Homelessness Initiatives. She’s spent a rewarding two years at Family Residence doing programming for youth and families. Carla is also a teacher in Sheridan and Centennial College.

Riaz (he/him) has 25 years of combined industry experience in the design and construction of Institutional, Commercial and Industrial (ICI) projects, along with public sector strategic and operational building. In 2004, Riaz began his public sector career at the City of Toronto and since 2007, has worked with the Long-Term Care Homes & Services division. He is an active member of the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) at Centennial College.