Your Employment Journey Matters
And We’re With You Every Step of the Way
Since 1985, we’ve been helping people and businesses across Leeds and Grenville build stronger futures through employment, training, and real support that works.
We’re a not-for-profit, which means our focus is simple: helping our community succeed, with services that are accessible and free.
Making a Difference Together
Stronger people. Stronger businesses. Stronger community.
Behind every number is a person, a goal, and a success story. Here’s how we’re helping our community grow, one opportunity at a time.
Since 2017...
Work with us
We’re not just a workplace, we’re a team that shows up, supports each other, and makes a real difference in people’s lives every day.
If you care about people, believe in doing the right thing, and want your work to matter, you’ll fit right in here.
We show up, take responsibility, and always strive to deliver our best.
We focus on what’s possible and work together to find answers that move people forward.
We care deeply about what we do—and it shows in how we show up every day.
We set high standards and take pride in delivering quality in everything we do.
We’re open, honest, and respectful—with each other and with our clients.
Integrity
We do what’s right, even when it’s not the easiest path.
We’re always learning, growing, and curious.
We support each other, celebrate wins, and face challenges together.
We show up every day with reliability and follow-through, building trust through our actions.
We recognize the impact of our work and appreciate every opportunity to make a difference.
Board Members
Keeley Patterson, Chair
Financial Planner
CI Assante Wealth Management Ltd.
40 Brock Street
Brockville, Ontario K6V 4E8
613.865.8080
Board Member Since 2014
Cynthia Sparring , Vice Chair
Executive Director, Career Services
89 Hubbell St
Brockville ON
K6V 4K6
613-342-5775 ext 122
Board Member since 1986
Katie Harper, Secretary Treasurer
Financial Analyst, Brockville General Hospital
75 Charles St, Brockville, ON K6V 1S8
katiepagnello@gmail.com
Board Member Since 2016
Barry Moss, Past Chair
President, 401 Electric
20 Cowan Ave
Brockville, Ontario
613-342-6042
barry@401electric.com
Board Member Since 2012
Bob Pearce, Director
General Manager, Henderson Printing
1640 California Ave
Brockville, ON
613-345-0441
bob@hendersonprinting.com
Board Member Since 2013
Michelle Pompili, Director
Director of People & Operations, 401 Electric
20 Cowan Ave
Brockville ON
K6V 6E6
613-342-6042 ext 420
Board Member Since 2022
Katherine Hobbs, Director
Dayna Golledge, Director
Economic Development Manager, City of Brockville
1 King Street West, Brockville, ON K6V 7A5
613-342-8772 x4439
Board Member since 2025
Jade Cotie, Director
Lawyer, McNamara Law Services
38 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON
613-691-1020
Board Member Since 2025
