Appointee Biographies

HELEN-CLAIRE TINGLING

Helen-Claire Tingling is committed to community. A life-long learner, her credentials include certificates in Mental Health and Public Relations, a diploma in Community Service, and degrees in English and Law. While serving as Chair of the Equal Opportunities’ Committee for the Alliance of Canadian Television and Radio Artists, Helen-Claire participated in Performers for Literacy, served on panels for Advertising Standards Canada, and the Centre for Research Action on Race Relations; and advocated to improve accessibility and opportunities for performers with disabilities. She has worked with Indigenous Elders on anti-racism in the Ontario Public Service; and led workshops addressing mental health, harassment, and accommodation for the federal government. Helen-Claire concurrently serves the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board and previously served the West Grey Police Services Board.

BEVERLY WILKINS

Beverly Wilkins lives on a farm in Grey County adjacent to the lovely town of Owen Sound. She has served as a Registered Nurse for over 40 years with specialties in Palliative Care, End of Life, wound care, education, and mentorship of many precious fellow nurses. She has spent a large part of her time volunteering and fundraising particularly for children and degenerative disease. She currently serves on the local and national boards for Family and Children's Services and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.

CHAD RICHARDS

Chad Richards was born and raised in the Bruce-Grey region, Chad has been a long-time advocate for the advancement of the health and vibrancy of the local community. Chad was raised in Chesley, Ontario before moving to Ottawa and working for the federal government for nearly a decade. Chad has now moved home to the region and resides in Port Elgin with his wife Samantha. Chad has been active personally and professionally in helping to build up the Bruce-Grey region. His work at the Nuclear Innovation Institute focuses on demonstrating the impact of the clean energy sector across the region while also demonstrating the contribution the region makes to the provincial and national economy. Chad has also served on the Community Council for the Grey-Bruce Ontario Health Team and has been active in several community initiatives. As a Type 1 Diabetic, Chad is passionate about advancing policies that enable health systems to achieve optimal results for patients and providers.