Meet Our Board Of Directors

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region is lead by a dedicated and experienced team of volunteer Board of Directors from the community who are committed to supporting quality service delivery in a feminist, women-centered organization.

It is my honor to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors at Sandgate Women’s Shelter and to continue the legacy of my mother, Ellen Sands, in whose memory the shelter was named. Sandgate stands as a lasting tribute to Ellen’s life and values—a place where women and children can find safety, support, and hope.

As her daughter, I am very proud to carry forward this mission and to witness the impact Sandgate continues to have in York Region.

Angie is an experienced strategic leader, passionate and dedicated to empowering women in need. With over 20 years experience managing operations, including over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, she brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to our nonprofit women’s shelter organization. With a positive and impactful mindset, she is ready to make a lasting difference in the community.

Ana-Maria is a Payroll Leadership Professional certified by the National Payroll Institute of Canada who had a long career in accounting and payroll management in several industries. Ana-Maria is very passionate about helping women and children in need of shelter and safety, family reunifications, women empowerment, refugees and newcomer immigrants and other charity work.

Tasha is a results-driven Senior Brand Manager with over 20 years expertise in B2B marketing, communications, project-management and small business brand development and successfully orchestrates cross-functional initiatives that combine data-driven insights with strategic storytelling. Her extensive experiences will help strengthen Sandgate’s visibility and impact in York Region