I was born in Toronto and moved many times in and around east end Toronto including several years on the Toronto Island of Hanlan’s Point when there were actually homes on the island. 

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In 1974 my husband Norm and I bought a small printing company.   Norm managed sales and I managed the administration, finance and production.  In 2000, we sold it to a U.S. Company.  In 2004, I accepted an offer to manage a mid-size printing operation and continued in that role until March 2016.  

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I enjoyed 55 years of marriage until my husband’s passing in February 2017.  We have three daughters and six wonderful grandchildren. 

I have been in Alliston for 53 years. I practiced Dentistry in Tottenham from 1971-2020 and it is nice that I can say that if I had it do over, I would do the same thing. After retirement I continue to teach courses in Laser Dentistry. It has given me a chance to travel the world having given over 250 lectures on 5 continents.

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I was president of the Tottenham and District Chamber of Commerce and have held executive positions in a number of different dental organizations.

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I have two daughters who both have successful careers and live in the Toronto area. I moved to Briar Hill 2021 and enjoy it here. My hobbies are golf in the summer and curling in the winter and enjoy travelling the world with Jill. 

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Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario and graduate of McMaster, U of T, and Brock. Married to Sue and parent of 3: Jennifer, Alison, Chad as well as Grandpa to Ben and Maryn.  Retired in 2009 following 33 years in public education as a teacher, principal and superintendent. Settled in Alliston in 2013 from Dundas, ON. 

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My move to Alliston was 10 years ago after a lifetime of living in one home in Toronto.

This was a wonderful decision as it helped to create a new perspective on life in retirement.

My professional life was as in Pediatric Nursing. I am a graduate of The Hospital for Sick Children 

and the University of Toronto in Hospital Nursing Service. Thirty- five years at HSC was fabulous.

PROBUS has been a new and wonderful experience. It grows more so as time goes by. My secretarial role has offered me the opportunity to work with enthusiastic, wonderful members.

Born in Kirkland Lake and lived there until the age of was 16.  Relocated to Toronto, Claire became a teacher and eventually a principal. After 33 years in education, she retired in 1997, then enjoyed travelling, golf, and family with her husband, whom she had married in 1988.  Claire and her husband Greg, a RCMP veteran, moved to Briar Hill from Don Mills in 1999. Claire served as the first president of her condo corporation and learned a lot about condo living! She has volunteered with the Nottawasaga Foundation for over 19 years and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Foundation. Her motto is "Have Fun Every Day!"

I moved from Pickering to Briar Hill in 2007. She continued working until 2015 but was active in as many Briar Hill Community Centre (BHCC) and neighbourhood events (euchre, golf, BHCC dances and Phase Social Committee). Her work experience in convention and meeting planning was helpful in organizing and assisting in local events.  After retiring, she became involved in the PROBUS Club (Webmaster), the Lady Duffers’ Golf Association (Webmaster and Captain) and Secretary for the BHCC Board of Directors. She enjoys attending and hosting neighbourhood functions, loves travelling and assisting in the community.

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After retiring from IBM Canada and Celestica Canada, Allyn moved to Briar Hill in Alliston. Never liking to be idle, he immediately started volunteer works in the area including holding various positions on the Briar Hill Community Centre (BHCC) Board of Directors as well as within his Condominium Phase. He has also held key positions in the Men’s Golf League and assisted with golf and BHCC social functions.  He is always willing to share his knowledge and expertise in computers and BHCC audio/visual equipment with any neighbours in need.

I was born and raised in Toronto (Leaside).  Graduated from U of T in 1970 with a Masters Degree in Microbiology and Biochemistry.  I worked for the Ontario Ministry of Health in Toronto for 5 years, then the Federal Department of Health in Ottawa for 25 years. I also had a 17 year stint with the LCBO in Newmarket.  Wife Tina and I moved to Briar Hill from Newmarket in 2016.  Son Ryan lives in Victoria B.C. and daughter Sarah is in Newmarket with her husband and our grandchildren Preston and Kendall.

I was born in Clinton ON. I graduated from the University of Waterloo in Electrical Engineering in 1977. In the same year I married my wife Debbie. Also in the same year I started working at Nortel and retired from there 30 years later. We have two sons. One lives in New Zealand and the other in Mississauga. We have two granddaughters which keeps us young. I continue to do handyman jobs in Greenbrier and Briar Hill.

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Born in Sudbury..moved to Toronto at a young age...enjoyed a modelling career for 15 years and a banking career with TD Bank for 30 years..I retired and we moved to Alliston in 2003....joined Probus Club of Alliston with my husband Paul Facciol in 2011 and continue to be very active with Probus and in the community..we love our life in Alliston, especially in our community of Briar Hill.

Bev spent many years in Mississauga working as an Executive Assistant. She has lived in Briar Hill since 2003 and has enjoyed her membership in the PROBUS Club of Alliston since 2008. Bev has served on the Special Events Committee for a number of years.

I  was in the printing business for 40 years and lived with my wife Linda in Newmarket before moving to Briar Hill in 2014. We have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. I joined PROBUS in 2016.

I grew up in Scarborough, Ontario where I met my husband Brian. We had two children and then decided to move out of the big city to the smaller community of Angus, Ontario in 1988 to raise our family. Brian and I made the move to Briar Hill in 2008. Our children, their spouses and our four grandchildren live close by. I attended Centennial College, Laurier and York Universities. I worked in the Education Field for 38 years in various roles. I retired from teaching in 2016. 

Born in Mirfield, Yorkshire, England.  Along with my family, I emigrated to Toronto as a child.

Grew up, went to school, worked, met and married Charlie, and we raised our 2 kids, all in Scarborough. 

Upon retirement, we made the move to Alliston and Briar Hill.  I enjoy travelling and love to spend time with our 4 grandchildren.

Born and raised in North Bay Ontario.  Worked 7 years for Bell Canada. Moved to Toronto and Mississauga areas in early 60’s.  Enjoyed 2 years with Braun Canada, retired in 1997.  Moved from Streetsville to Briar Hill in 2003.  Best move we ever made. Joined PROBUS in 2015 and now serving on Share the Wealth Committee.  Enjoying every minute.

I was born and raised in Saskatchewan. I have lived in in B.C, Sask, Man, Que, and Ont. I have 4 adult children. I worked for HBC for most of my career.  My favourite pastime is playing my sax and volunteering my time in the neighbourhood.  My greatest frustration....the internet.

Born in South Yorkshire England, worked for British Rail as a fitter, married to Christine we have 2 daughters Lara and Rachael. We built our own house which was home for 46 yrs. Worked in my own garage for 30 yrs. Active in lots of sports boxing, swimming, golf, play piano and guitar. Moved to Canada 2012 to live near our family, and we love it.

Born and raised in Toronto until entering the nursing programme at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital. Met and married Chuck before entering my 3rd year. When I graduated Chuck became a student for 5 years. Student life was great. 
Worked in nursing for 40 years before happily retiring. 
Our family led very active lives for 40 years in Dundas. We have embraced all that Briar Hill Alliston and Probus offers. 

Looking for a change in lifestyle, my husband and I moved to Briar Hill in 2005 after living and working in Toronto for many years. My career was mainly in the areas of travel and customer service. Settling in Alliston gave me the opportunity to volunteer in the community, especially with the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Gibson Centre. I enjoy yoga, skiing, cycling and travel. Joined the PROBUS Club of Alliston in 2021 and am looking forward to help bring exciting and educational speakers to the membership. 

I have lived in the Briar Hill community since 2004. My husband Ted and I moved here after residing in Mississauga for 37 years. I enjoyed a career as a nurse educator, employed by the Peel District School Board as well as Sheridan and Humber Colleges. I am an active volunteer and am happiest when I am involved in my community.

Since we  joined Probus, I have always looked forward to hearing the Probus guest speakers as they fulfill my belief in ‘life long learning’. I am now looking forward to working with this committee to provide Probus with more wonderful speakers.

I spent my first 40 years in Niagara Falls, nine of those years as an elementary school teacher, then owning a sports retail store with my husband. In 1981 we moved to the Rouge area in Scarborough, and I worked as assistantmanager of a Collegiate Sports Stores.  In 1987 I taught retail math and buying and became Director of “The Fashion Institute” a division of Shaw College.

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We moved to Bradford in 1994 and I joined my husband’s company, Kolder Agency INC., a Canada wide Sales agency representing 20 plus American manufacturers of Hunting, Camping and Fishing products.  I retired in 2016. 

I was blessed with 53 years of marriage, my husband passing in 2018.

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We have 3 children and 6 grandchildren ranging in age from 16 to 19.