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About John
John Hayward brings a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for leadership and making a positive impact throughout Canada. With a background spanning 19 years in church leadership, in 2007, transitioned to the not-for-profit sector, dedicating his skills and knowledge to several prominent organizations. His career journey led him through significant roles, most notably at the Canadian Cancer Society and the Alzheimer's Society of Canada, where he served in senior leadership roles. As ASC’s Chief Development Officer, John played a pivotal role in driving vital initiatives to support the community and the cause. His tenure at these institutions showcased his ability to lead with empathy and a deep understanding of the complex issues facing the sector. John's commitment to philanthropic efforts didn't stop there. He brought his expertise to Engineers Without Borders, where he served as Director of Partnerships, forging connections and collaborations to advance their mission. Additionally, at the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, he served as Director of Development, contributing to the growth and success of the organization. John's experience and dedication have brought him to CASC/ACSS in 2020 with the hope of being a leader who fosters collaboration, promotes positive change, and advocates for the profession of Spiritual Care across Canada. |
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Lynn Granke
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Ajith Varghese
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Rev. Dr. Florence A Juma
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Jeff Vidt
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Education Standards Commission Chair
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National Ethics Commission Chair
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Professional Practice Commission Chair
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Presidents' Council Chair
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About Paul
Paul was a member of ᓃᒫᐃᐧᐣ Nîmâwin since 2018 before becoming a co-chair of the Reconciliation Council. Paul is descended from European settlers who came to Turtle Island from Holland, Ireland, and France. The first to arrive came from France as part of the “Great Recruitment,” which was organized by de Maisonneuve, the founder and governor of Montreal, as a means of strengthening the fledgling colony. He and his wife became farmers and raised six children before being killed by Iroquois warriors, who were fighting to stop colonial incursion into their traditional territory and trading routes. Paul’s Irish and Dutch ancestors came much later, with the Irish arriving in the early 19th century and the Dutch (Paul’s father) not setting foot on Canadian soil until just after WWWII. Paul’s awareness that the success of the colonial project entailed grave injustice and suffering for the Indigenous peoples of Canada did not begin in earnest until he was in his late forties, when he established friendships with members of the Squamish First Nation who, like him, were members of a Roman Catholic parish in North Vancouver. Thanks to these friends, Paul developed deep appreciation for Indigenous culture and community, appreciation that has grown over the years through his involvement in Edmonton’s Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples, his study of the Cree language and culture, and his chaplaincy work alongside Indigenous Elders and oskâpêwis who offer their healing presence and wisdom in Edmonton’s hospitals and prisons. Paul considers it one of the great blessings of his life that he, along with his wife Mary Anne, has able to participate in the historic work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, first by attending a regional gathering at maskwacis, then by witnessing a national event in Edmonton, and finally by celebrating the closing ceremonies in Ottawa. He recognizes the work of the TRC–made possible above all by the courage of residential school survivors–as both a shining example of restorative justice and a profound exercise in spiritual care. Paul is grateful to the CASC/ACSS Board for the opportunity to serve as a member of Nîmâwin, a diverse community of Indigenous persons and (as Nîmâwin members like to say) sisters and brothers from the four directions who have come to share the land in these northern reaches of Turtle Island. In solidarity with them, Paul looks forward to the day when that sharing, as envisioned by the spirit and intent of the historic Treaties, will be characterized by respectful relationship, substantive equality, and mutual prosperity. Paul is currently living in Edmonton, where he is serving as a relief chaplain for Covenant Health, working seasonally for a local farmer, and doing strategic planning work for the Alternatives to Violence Project. He and his wife Mary Anne have a blended family of nine adult children and four grandchildren. |
John Hayward
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Rochelle Blackwood
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Heather Mallet
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Sarah Borrett
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