Our People
Gord Androsoff
Executive Director
Bio
In my role as the Executive Director, I endeavour to support the staff in delivering our programs and services and ensure we work on behalf of and are guided by the community. No two days are the same but at the end of each day I leave the organization knowing we did some good work for the community.
Favourite fruit/vegetable: Parsnip
It is a relatively unknown root vegetable that is very resilient, tasting even better after a light frost.
(He/Him)
Katie Crawford
Centralized Purchaser
Bio
In my role as Centralized Purchaser, I order all of the necessary produce that allows for our food procurement programs to run smoothly. These programs include the Good Food Box, Bulk Buying for Schools, Fresh Food Community Markets, Nutritional Packages for Seniors, and our Centralized Kitchen.
There are so many different things that I love about working with CHEP! I particularly enjoy working with a variety of local growers. It’s fun to check in with them to see what they have available and distribute their produce through CHEP programs such as the Good Food Box and Fresh Food Community Markets.
Favourite fruit/vegetable: Broccoli
I could eat it every day and never get tired of it!
(She/Her)
Kevin Crickett
Driver’s Assistant
Dale Jack
Driver
Heather Jackle
Community Relations
Bio
In my role as Community Relations Facilitator, I support CHEP Good Food programs, educational initiatives, and community services by helping CHEP tell “our story” to the community. As well, I take the lead role on fundraising events, and donor and media strategy.
I am passionate about building capacity in our community, and I thoroughly enjoy being a part of a team that strives for a food secure community.
Favourite fruit/vegetable:
Bananas
I love the taste and texture of bananas, as well as all the delicious recipes you can make with them!
She/Her
Ali Lewis
Dietitian
Bio
In my role as the I resident dietitian with CHEP, I give nutrition presentations to various groups throughout Saskatoon. I also provide nutrition support to CHEP programming as needed. I really enjoy getting to know the program participants and helping to answer their nutrition questions.
Favourite fruit/vegetable: Garden Carrots
I grew up with a huge garden and going down to the garden to pick the fresh produce has always been a special part of my life.
Eduardo Nunez
Driver/Community Markets
Terri Lynn Paulson
askîy Internship Coordinator
Bio
I support the askîy project, and other urban agriculture initiatives. In pursuing my love for growing vegetables, I’ve interned and volunteered on farms and learning centres in Texas, Guelph, and Florida, and I’m looking forward to learning alongside interns and community members as we tend the land together. I first learned about CHEP’s work through discovering Seedy Saturday as an Agriculture student at the U of S, and since then I’ve participated in many of CHEP’s programs and partnerships. I believe some of the best conversations happen in kitchens and gardens, and around food being enjoyed together.
Favourite fruit/vegetable:
The whole cucurbit family
How can you pick just one? Cucumbers, melons, and squash all have a special place in my heart.
Darlene Petit
Accounting Coordinator
Racheal Sapp
Indigenous Food Sovereignty Facilitator
Bio
I am a proud Plains Cree woman from Little Pine First Nation in Treaty 6 Territory. I started with CHEP as an intern for the Askiy Project. Working in the garden and growing food turned into a passion of mine and has become a big part of my life. In my new role as a Food Support Assistant, I am a driver and I help deliver produce for all our amazing programs. I support the markets and food security in our community!
Coconuts and Lemons
They tie for my #1 spot. Both fruits are so refreshing!
Sandra Schweder
Community Gardens Coordinator
Bio
My role with CHEP involves providing gardening support and resources to community gardens and presentations for community organizations whose clients are interested in urban agriculture. I love talking about gardening and inspiring others to garden, so I really enjoy this role!
Favourite fruit/vegetable:
Plantains
Ripe, green, fried, roasted or boiled these veggies are delicious and remind me of my homeland Jamaica.
Lauren Scruton
Markets Outreach Coordinator
Bio
As a treaty person and white settler, I feel passionate about questioning modern ways of living which are not functional; I strongly believe that access to food is a human right and not a privilege. As Markets Outreach Coordinator I aim to listen and respond. In the city of Saskatoon there are many gaps on the map devoid of access to affordable, healthy food. Together, with a great team of volunteers, we provide markets on daily and weekly cycles as well as seasonal Summer markets and pop-up events. In the past I have worked with many kids who benefit greatly from the breakfast and cooking programs that CHEP Staff coordinate in schools. Connecting through food, be it cooking, gardening, or eating together has always been a lifeline of many threads beyond physical nourishment. My favourite parts of my job are the conversations, collaborations and tomatoes!
Favourite fruit/vegetable:
Parsnips
Parsnips were always a part of special holiday meals growing up and I always look forward to them appearing in the Fall.
(She/Her)
Rita Stalker
Centralized Kitchen
Bio
OUR BOARD
Erin Grant, Chair
Will Hampton, Vice-Chair
Selena Brassard, Treasurer
Samantha Benesh, Secretary
Robin Miller
Roman Goodheart
Charlotte Pilat Burns
Eric Schwenger
cera youngson
donna nelson, Appointee, Saskatchewan health authority
Colleen Norris, Appointee, Saskatoon Public Schools
Ashley Petite, appointee, Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools