About Us – Our Story
The Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Drop-In Centre (DBNC), was founded in 1988 by concerned members of the community to enhance the quality of life of those residing in the Dixie Bloor area.
Located in the Burnhamthorpe Library building, DBNC has been an institution in the Peel region for our timely and responsive service delivery to newcomers, families, youth, children, seniors, and job seekers. All our programs are free of charge and strive to meet the needs of the community.
Board of Directors
DBNC would like to thank and acknowledge our Board of Directors, who have guided and shaped our goals and vision for the organization. Their ongoing support has allowed us to successfully serve our community with the integrity it deserves.
Our Board of Directors are:
Rashmi Sheth
Board Chair/ President
Saleem Chattergoon
Vice Chair/ President
Dan Nguyen
Treasurer
Kelly McDonald
Secretary
Gurpreet Jassal
Staying on in an advisory capacity for 1 year
Priya Shan
Member
Nkky Egwuenu
Member
Teresa Landry
Member
Oscar Moody
Member
Kurt Henry
Member – Former Treasurer
Priyanka Sheth
DBNC Executive Director
Mission
To enhance quality of life with impactful services and engaging programs that build stronger and progressive communities.
Vision
Build a stronger progressive community.
DEI Statement
We uphold and advance principles of diversity, equity and inclusion across the organization – every individual that engages with DBNC feels that their diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures are valued. Safe spaces and opportunities are created for all to voice their thoughts respectfully, to learn and develop a deeper understanding of one another.
Meet the Team
Priyanka Sheth
Executive Director
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Barbara Janik
Employment Manager
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Gary Gu
Operations Manager – Administration and IT Services
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Hameed Shaheer
Community Health Manager
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Lindel Merraro
Settlement Manager
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Magdalena Diaz
Community and Family Services Manager
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Maria Ivanova
LINC Manager
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Prathi Pararajasingam
Outreach and Development Manager
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Suzanne Malone
Human Resources Manager
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Accessibility Standards
Our Policy On Accessible Client Service
This policy establishes that goods and services provided by DBNC shall be provided to all community members, including with disabilities, according to the following principles.
Multi Year Accessibility Plan
This plan was developed to comply with requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005). It will be submitted to the Province of Ontario in accordance with the reporting requirements of the AODA. This accessibility plan outlines the policies and actions that DBNC will put in place to improve full access to and participation in all aspects of the Centre for people with disabilities.
Our Partners
