John Nzioka
John is a seasoned professional in health technology with over 10 years of experience, currently serving as a Senior Business Systems Analyst in Ontario Health’s Digital Health Portfolio. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics. John has developed a profound understanding of the Ontario healthcare system, as it relates to funding, legislative frameworks, and privacy regulations.
John and his family have lived in Alliston Since 2020, and understand the community’s growing need for comprehensive healthcare services. As more families move to the area and the local population ages, Alliston faces an increased demand for accessible, patient-centred care that can meet the needs of both new and longtime residents. John recognizes the need for long-term sustainable care initiatives in the community that will improve health outcomes and quality of life for all residents, and he’s eager to lend his expertise to support this vision.
Kirsten Buligan
Following employment in the military and the banking industry, Kirsten Buligan commenced her career in public service. Kirsten has been employed in public service for over 25 years and currently holds an executive leadership position.
In various leadership roles throughout her career, Kirsten demonstrated initiative and innovation specific to the development of programs in public safety and community relations. Her work in this area has involved collaboration and partnership-building with various sectors of the medical profession.
Kirsten's commitment to improving community services extends outside of her employment. This is demonstrated in her eight years of volunteering as a board member for a not-for-profit community agency. Being a resident of the local community for over 30 years Kirsten has developed a strong commitment to improving community well-being and looks forward to utilizing her experience to assist in the Community Advisory Council for Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
Margaret Bachle
Margaret has been a resident of Alliston, living in Briar Hill, since August 2018, and a volunteer at Matthews House since October 2018 until June 2022. She was also on the Hospice board from September 2021 until June 2022 when she became the Chief Executive Officer of Matthews House. During the pandemic, Margaret volunteered at the COVID clinics in Alliston and Bradford. In her role as CEO, she learned a lot about Alliston and the community, and the needs of its people especially as they relate to seniors, their families and caregivers, and those living with chronic illnesses.
She is a nurse and has held many nursing roles during her career (RN, BA, MBA, CHE). She retired after 23 years as Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Executive at Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga Ontario. In addition to being responsible for nursing services, she was responsible for Materials Management, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Health Records and Quality Management. For the last 2 years, Margaret has been the Chief Executive Officer for Matthews House Hospice in Alliston Ontario. In addition, to the vice president role, she was also a surveyor for Accreditation Canada, leading surveys and delivering educational programs across Canada for about 20 years. As well as surveying hospitals in Canada, she also surveyed and gave educational presentations to hospitals in Saudia Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Ecuador and Brazil.
Richard Norcross
Mayor Richard Norcross is currently serving his seventh term on Council for the Town of New Tecumseth and has held a variety of positions in municipal politics for more than two decades. As an active member of our community of almost 44,000 Mayor Norcross is a long-time business owner with strong business acumen and leadership skills. As Mayor, he also represents New Tecumseth as a member of Simcoe County Council. He sits on the Simcoe Manor Redevelopment Committee, is Chair of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board and past Chair of the Simcoe County Governance Committee. Mayor Norcross is passionate about community health and strives to understand and address the unique healthcare needs of our diverse populations to promote equitable access and outstanding community health care. Mayor Norcross is dedicated to the community that he serves and along with his wife Robin and two sons are proud to be long-time residents of New Tecumseth
Sylvia Biffis
Sylvia Biffis has proudly called Alliston home for over 55 years, bringing valuable insights into the community's healthcare needs. With over 30 years in the hospitality industry, she currently serves as the Director of Convention Sales at Nottawasaga Resort, where she is dedicated to excellence in customer service and stays updated on industry trends.
Sylvia is actively involved in her community, having served as Chair of the Simcoe County chapter of the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) since 2013. She has co-chaired the Simcoe Hospitality Awards and contributed to initiatives supporting Georgian College’s Hospitality and Tourism program.
Additionally, she has been a Campaign Cabinet Chair for the SMH Foundation since 2016 and co-chaired a digital mammography campaign from 2009 to 2011. Sylvia also held key advisory roles in maternal and child health services at SMH.
She holds a BA in Economics from McGill University and a Business Administration degree from Concordia University, providing her with a strong foundation for her professional and community efforts.
David Sadleir
John Pappain
Tanya Gluvakov
Bill Blendick
Brian Snell
Jeffrey Verheyen
Jocelyn Cox
Kaitlyn Cosgrove
Oscar Rabines Sosa
