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The Board of Directors of the Long Point Biosphere Region (LPBR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Janet Dassinger as Interim Executive Director (E.D.) effective April 9, 2025.
“Janet’s appointment is an important step toward establishing a more robust operating and governance system for the Biosphere,” said LPBR Chair Tom Via. “We are delighted that she has agreed to accept this role and the challenges it embraces.”
The Interim Executive Director will play a key role in developing and advancing a new strategic plan for the LPBR as well as leading Biosphere operations. The creation of the position and the broader initiative it involves is supported by funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and by a strategic collaboration with the highly successful Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere.
Janet, who is passionate about conservation and the Long Point region, is a Senior Research Officer with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). Over her career, she has worked as a project manager, executive director and fund developer in the not-for-profit sector. She has advanced degrees in Labour Studies and Social Work from McMaster University. Janet resigned from the Biosphere board and the position of President to assume the Interim E.D. duties.
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The Long Point Biosphere Region (LPBR) joins the family members, friends and admirers mourning the passing of the former Norfolk County Councillor and active community leader Betty Chanyi last fall (September 2024).
Betty’s career as an educator and work as a member of many local organization are documented in the tributes that have been made by many others in other venues.
We would like to recognize her vigorous support for the Long Point Biosphere and the drive to promote conservation and sustainable communities.
This was recognized with her status as a Life Member of the LPBR.
Join us throughout the year for the Long Point Biosphere’s Wandering Wednesdays. These interpretive walks help people connect to nature at different locations in Norfolk County. And check this link regularly for other opportunities to learn, contribute, and enjoy life in our special part of Canada.
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