Board Of Directors
Appointed in 2025.
Amanda Gelfant is an energy policy and sustainability consultant with experience in regulatory analysis, legislative frameworks, and business development. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, a Bachelor of Laws, and a Master’s in Environmental Studies. Amanda has worked across the public, private, and non-profit sectors to drive impactful change in the clean energy space, focusing on advancing cleantech solutions that are innovative and equitable. Amanda has led initiatives to integrate renewable energy, supported regulatory hearings, and advised start-ups and venture capitalists on sustainable technology development and market entry. Passionate about building resilient communities, Amanda is dedicated to bridging the gap between technology, policy, and people to create a more sustainable future.
Britt McKee
Appointed in 2017.
In 2018, Britt McKee became Executive Director of Ecosource, a Green Communities Canada member organization based in Mississauga. Previously at Ecosource she supported community gardens and urban agriculture in Peel Region. Britt’s background in environmental studies focuses on the social and environmental determinants of adolescent health. As a certified teacher, she has worked with diverse youth to promote environmental citizenship. She also has a background in community-based participatory research, and in managing multi-stakeholder planning initiatives.
Duke Trifunovik
Appointed in 2018.
Duke is an investment and financial planner with an academic background in business financial services. Currently, his adaptation of Responsible Investing enables clients to be educated in the environmental, social, and corporate governance practices of Canadian and global companies. Duke is Treasurer of GCC member organization Green Venture, Hamilton.
Appointed in 2025.
Elyse McCann is the Director of Business Development at EnviroCentre, an Ottawa-based non-profit organization and a long-standing member of Green Communities Canada. Elyse started at EnviroCentre in 2007, and throughout her career there, she has contributed to the development of countless programs and initiatives, including Let’s Bike (formerly Bike to Work Month), which has been running since 2010 and is Ontario’s longest-running cycling promotion campaign. Elyse brings a business-minded approach to mission-driven work and is proud to have contributed to EnviroCentre’s ongoing growth by expanding services, programs, and continuing to innovate within EnviroCentre’s four core areas: Home Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Transportation, Green Infrastructure, and Waste and the Circular Economy.
Appointed in 2025.
Driven by a passion for the intersection of environment and health, Emily works to address complex policy challenges through community-led and context-specific solutions. She has represented Canada at the World Food Forum and contributed research to the Centre for Global Social Policy and the Canadian Science Policy Centre. Emily earned her master’s degree in public policy from the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto and her Bachelor of Arts from McGill University. She currently works as a government relations consultant at TACT Conseil and is an active member of the Global Shapers Ottawa.
Lisa Kohler
Appointed in 2019.
Lisa Kohler is Halton Region’s Executive Lead for Climate Change Response and Reconciliation. She has an extensive experience working in the non-profit and public sector. With training in environmental policy and analysis, partnership brokering, collaborative governance, and continuous improvement, she has built a reputation as a network builder and connector, managing highly engaged and effective teams both corporately and with partners. Lisa also serves on the Oakville Community Foundation Board of Directors.
Shannon Costigan
Appointed in 2019.
Shannon is a Program Coordinator with the North Superior Workforce Planning Board in Thunder Bay, focussing on workforce development for newcomers and recent graduates. Previously, she was the Project Supervisor at EcoSuperior, coordinating programs focused on waste reduction, litter prevention and community sustainability. She is active in local environmental initiatives, currently serving as Vice-Chair of the City of Thunder Bay’s Earthcare Advisory Committee and formerly as Vice-Chair and Environmental Representative of the Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee of Thunder Bay. Shannon is an instructor in the Environmental Technician and Civil Engineering Technology programs at Confederation College, teaching courses in waste management and environmental legislation.
caitlin cassie
Appointed in 2020.
Caitlin is a creative problem solver and collaborative project hacker, currently working as a Senior Policy Advisor with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, where she is focused on transit policy. She has worked in diverse sectors both inside and outside government, including transportation, policy and process innovation, innovation and entrepreneurship, and education and capacity building. Caitlin is keen to have intentional conversations about, and to support work that acknowledges, the intersections between racial justice, food justice, and ecological justice. Caitlin has worked for several years in the community sector in Toronto, most recently in her capacity as a Board Director with NUTMEG Soccer, a grassroots organization that provides free soccer and educational programming for children and youth. She is a proud west coaster currently living in Toronto.
Tom du
Appointed in 2021.
Tom is currently working on advancing the climate risk capabilities and net zero efforts of a large international bank. Outside of his day job, he volunteers for a number of sustainability organizations – serving as an Executive-in-Residence at Foresight Canada, a Partner Member at the Energy Futures Lab, and a Board Director for various social enterprises. He is passionate about sustainable finance and energy – with over 15 years of consulting and finance experience in the for-profit, not-for-profit, and public sectors. Tom has worked overseas in Germany and Denmark, exploring the intersection between community finance and sustainable energy. He holds multiple certifications from the PMI, CECAB, RIA, and CSI; a post-graduate sustainability diploma; and three degrees including a MBA, a Master’s degree in sustainable energy systems, and a corporate finance degree.
Michael Jacobs
Appointed in 2021.
Michael is the Chief Executive Officer Cambium Indigenous Professional Services (CIPS) Inc. An Anishnaabe from Curve Lake First Nation. Michael’s specialty is management consulting and community engagement for First Nation communities and projects. Michael has worked on First Nation projects in energy, health, economic development, infrastructure development, governance, housing and environmental stewardship. Michael is a confident project manager and works seamlessly with First Nation leadership, staff and community members. Michael is proud to be the Co-Chair for the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
Fiona McGuiness
Appointed in 2023.
Fiona works as a Senior Policy Advisor with Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. She has a background in science and policy related to watershed ecosystems, renewable energy, natural resources management and species at risk conservation.
Teresa Lawson
Appointed in 2024.
Teresa is the Executive Director of City Green Solutions, an enterprising non-profit that develops and delivers building science based programs, strategies, education, and research to aid public and private stakeholders in achieving climate change goals. With a background in ecosystem restoration and energy efficiency, she takes joy in connecting people to place and achieving actions that benefit the community as a whole. She believes that homeowners, educators, and policy makers can work together to reduce the environmental impact of the housing sector and lay the foundations for a clean energy future. She has lead multiple energy efficiency programs including the BC Oil to Heat Pump Incentive Program, CleanBC Better Homes Energy Coach Service, the Transition 2050 Residential Retrofit Acceleration Project, and multiple Energy Concierge programs to support stakeholders working towards more energy efficient and more environmentally friendly buildings.