About Our Chapter

About the CARP Barrie and Area Chapter

CARP Mission Statement

Our Mission is to enhance the quality of life for older adults by fostering social engagement, and by influencing public policy in the fight against ageism.

CARP Vision Statement

Our vision is to be the leading advocate for a society in which older adults live active, independent and purposeful lives, free from age discrimination.

CARP Values

RESPECT: We respect the individual in all our interactions.

COMMUNITY: We strive to improve our communities by working together.

INFLUENCE: We influence public policy in the fight against ageism.

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CARP works closely with all levels of government and collaborates with other organizations to advocate on health and financial issues. Your voice is important!

IMPORTANT NOTICE

 

Change of Location

CARP Barrie and Area Chapter Member Meetings

Our Member Meetings will now be held at the Barrie and District Real Estate Board Office (BDAR.ca) at

 676 Veterans Dr. (link to a map)

The building is the second row back from Veterans Drive,

look for a sign on the sidewalk pointing you to the right door.


Board of Directors 2025-2026

Tom Oldershaw

Victor Brace

1st Vice-Chair
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Vacant

2nd Vice-Chair

Gwen Kavanagh

Immediate Past Chair
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Tanya Shields

Eelke DeVires

Peter Bursztyn

Josilynn Flores

Grace Farmus

Martin Rochon

John Tom

Ex Officio
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Committees

Membership Committee

Tom Oldershaw - Chair
Tanya Shields

Events & Outreach Committees

Josilynn Flores – Chair
Roger L’Ecuyer
Martin Rochon
Eelke DeVries
Gwen Kavanagh
John Tom
Peter Bursztyn
Tom Oldershaw

Treasurer

Eelke DeVries - Chair
Victor Brace

Seniors Community Fund

Victor Brace - Chair
Jane Walker
John Tom
Grace Farmus
Martin Rochon

Handyperson Committee

Martin Rochon – Chair
Josilynn Flores
John Tom
Grace Farmus
Victor Brace

Communications, Social Media & Marketing Committee

Victor Brace – Chair
Ian Pavik
John Tom
Tanya Shields
Tom Oldershaw

Advocacy & Government Relations Committee

Gwen Kavanagh – Chair
Martin Rochon

Governance Policy Committee

Victor Brace - Chair
Martin Rochon
Tom Oldershaw

Special Projects

Vacant