2025-2026 Board of Directors
Anthony Grey, BA, MBA
President
Anthony Grey, BA, MBA
Anthony Grey is the CEO of DxEcosystems Group and brings over 30 years of experience in financial services, business services management, business process design, and transformation. As a business manager and operations expert, he has led significant initiatives in business architecture and general operations management. Recognized as a thought leader and team builder, Anthony has held leadership roles at Mutual of Omaha, KPMG, American Express, and the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), where he demonstrated his results-oriented approach. An innovator and technology entrepreneur, he is passionate about integrating best practices and innovation to deliver exceptional customer results. Anthony also contributes as a volunteer, board advisor, and executive leader, underscoring his commitment to excellence and community service.
Term: 2023-2026 President
Jyening Rose
Vice President
Jyening Rose
Jyening holds a degree in Psychology, and this foundational education coupled with her career and volunteer experiences reflect a dedication to leadership, strategic support, cultural enrichment, personal development, community involvement, and advancing mental health awareness.
Her professional journey with the City of Edmonton included roles such as a Tribunals Clerk, Business Advisor, and Tribunals Officer. As the Strategic Assistant and Board Liaison with Habitat for Humanity Edmonton, she manages multiple strategic & governance projects.
In October 2021, Jyening founded and became the host of Or So She Thought, a podcast dedicated to exploring Black mental health in Canada. She is also certified in Mental Health First Aid, and has been a Course Facilitator for The Working Mind since March 2019, providing training on mental health in the workplace.
She sits as Vice Chair of the Council of Canadians of African & Canadian Heritage (CCACH), Chair of the WECAN Food Basket Society’s Governance Committee, is a member of the Edmonton Public School Board’s Equity Advisory Committee, and is an Anti-racism Grant Assessor with the City of Edmonton.
In her ongoing professional and personal pursuits, Jyening continues to enhance her expertise through webinars, research, and strategic initiatives and is excited to grow and serve as a board member with Tropicana Community Services.
Jacquie Ferguson, B.A.
Secretary
Jacquie Ferguson, B.A.
Jacquie Ferguson is a trusted leader with 28 years of progressive experience in the nonprofit and social service sectors. As the Director of Family Services and Programs, she spearheads the development, implementation, and evaluation of services for families, particularly in a post-pandemic context. Jacquie is adept at reimagining community-based and supported living services, focusing on quality improvement and performance management. Her leadership ensures that employees provide evidence-based supports and services to individuals, making a meaningful impact on the communities they serve.
Term 2024-2027
Abu Jammeh
Treasurer
Abu Jammeh
Abu Jammeh, CPA, CA is a Partner in assurance and accounting at MNP in Toronto. Abu has extensive experience advising organizations on financial reporting, audit, governance, and risk management. He works closely with senior leadership teams, boards, and audit committees, supporting organizations through complex financial reporting, compliance, and internal control matters.
Abu brings a strong background in financial oversight and accountability, having led and reviewed financial statements for a wide range of private enterprises, investment funds, and not‑for‑profit organizations. His professional focus includes strengthening governance frameworks, improving financial transparency, and ensuring organizations meet their regulatory and fiduciary obligations.
Abu is passionate about community leadership and leveraging his professional expertise to support organizations that advance equity, opportunity, and social impact across the Greater Toronto Area.
Uchenna Ugah
Director
Uchenna Ugah
Uchenna Ugah brings over 15 years of professional experience in the financial industry. He holds a Master’s in Finance and Investment Management in addition to certifications in Project Management (PMP) and Business Analytics, Uchenna is highly skilled in driving results and fostering strategic partnerships.
Currently, as Senior Relationship Manager at RBC, Uchenna is part of a dynamic team of 13 Relationship Managers and Directors who are industry specialists in the not-for-profit sector. He excels at providing customized commercial banking services and advice to NFP organizations and guiding the team in business development, new clients acquisition, and portfolio growth; having consistently exceeded performance targets, which has earned him recognition with several awards in RBC.
Paul Bailey
Director
Paul Bailey
Paul is a strategist, urban planner and Executive Director at the Black Health Alliance. Paul has spent the last decade designing interventions focused on improving outcomes for Black children, youth, and families as it relates to health and well-being, community violence, mental health and addictions, and the social service sector. His work is currently focused on social planning, health equity, and addressing the causes of neighbourhood distress and inequality.
Term 2024 – 2027
Jayson Rainone, MBA
Director
Jayson Rainone, MBA
Jayson Rainone brings extensive experience from the financial services and professional services industries, aiming to highlight the critical value of employee experience in terms of profitability, client experience, and brand recognition. He has successfully led transformation initiatives at TD, RBC & PwC Canada and is currently the Head of People & Culture at Edison Engineers. Jayson is adept at developing simple, effective solutions to complex problems, turning insights into actionable outcomes. He also serves as a Board Chair and HR Committee Chair at Lauremont School, reinforcing his commitment to organizational excellence and strategic HR management.
Term: 2024-2027
Peter Sloly, OOM, MBA
Director
Peter Sloly, OOM, MBA
My professional mission is to develop ethical change leaders, socially just communities, smart safe cities, and civil sustainable societies. My personal motto is “others before self, compassion for all”.
I enjoyed four successful careers but was recognized most for my tenure as a police officer who rose through the ranks to become deputy chief in the Toronto Police Service and later the chief of police for Canada’s capital city, Ottawa. During my police career I championed the protection of rights, the prevention of discrimination (in all its forms), and the promotion of upstream harm reduction safety solutions.
My investiture as an “Officer of the Order of Merit” (Police Forces) by Canada’s Governor General was due to my international reputation as a progressive police executive who improved public safety, trust, service and value.
I am now enjoying a career in academia as an Adjunct Professor in University of Toronto’s Department of Sociology, as a Visiting Fellow at Massey College, and as a Senior Associate Fellow at the UK’s Police Foundation.
My private sector career included being a Deloitte partner and my ongoing role as the CEO of Sloly Solutions Inc. I am an in-demand guest lecturer at universities and a keynote speaker at conferences.
My first career was as a professional soccer player and a member of the Canadian men’s soccer team. My contributions to soccer coupled with my efforts to coach, mentor and develop youth earned me the Canada Soccer Hall of Fame’s “Brian Budd Award”.
I have travelled to 10 provinces, as well as to over 50 countries on 5 continents including 2 tours of duty in the UN Peacekeeping Mission in Kosovo. I am a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Canadian Forces College’s “National Strategic Security Studies” program. I have a BA in Sociology and a Masters in Business Administration.
Note: I leverage LinkedIn as a platform where I can connect with people and organizations seeking my professional services. It is also a vehicle for me to curate and share open-source information on emerging security technologies, complex policing issues, and impactful criminal justice trends. I refrain form offering personal opinions on my posts – preferring, instead, to allow people to read the original posted material and use it to pursue their own conclusions. That said, I also use my LinkedIn page to post current and/or relevant media interviews, panel discussions, podcasts shows, OpEds, and keynote speeches where I more fulsomely express my opinions and expertise on these complex and vexing social-justice issues.
Colene Roache
Director
Colene Roache
Colene Roache is an accomplished Talent Acquisition Professional with over 10 years of experience in leading full-cycle recruitment processes across various industries. With a focus on innovative recruitment strategies and relationship building, Colene has successfully attracted and retained top talent to drive organizational growth.
Currently a Talent Acquisition Specialist Lead at the Ontario Energy Board, Colene spearheads recruitment efforts, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding. She has played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization’s recruitment pipeline and revamping co-op and university programs, helping to secure emerging talent. Her leadership in implementing a new Applicant Tracking System has streamlined workflows and significantly improved efficiency.
Previously, Colene held senior recruitment positions at Sobeys and Wind Mobile, where she led national and corporate recruitment initiatives, including technical, finance, legal, and senior-level roles. Her expertise in data analysis, performance metrics, and talent sourcing has consistently driven successful recruitment outcomes.
Colene is a strategic thinker with a passion for developing strong partnerships and fostering organizational growth through talent. Her extensive experience and results-driven approach will be a valuable addition to the board.
Angela M. Scarlett
Director
Angela M. Scarlett
Angela holds a Doctorate in Christian Counseling and has more than 20 years of diverse experience in social services, including case management, community development, and stakeholder engagement. She has a comprehensive understanding of the systemic barriers faced by individuals from underserved communities.
Angela’s commitment to her community is evident through her extensive volunteer work. She has served as the Chairperson of the Progress Church Board of Directors since 2006, was the Co-chair of the United Way Committee at the Community Care Access Centre from 2005 to 2007, and acted as the Chairperson of the Cousins Cove Community Not-for-Profit Association from 2003 to 2013.
She is passionate about making a positive impact and works to empower marginalized individuals, helping them foster personal growth and development.
Stephen Mensah
Director
Stephen Mensah
Stephen Mensah is the former Executive Director of the Toronto Youth Cabinet, and brings a rich and diverse background to his advocacy work, shaped in part by his formative years spent in Ghana. Born in Toronto, Stephen’s trajectory took an enriching turn during high school when he spent three transformative years reconnecting with his familial roots in Ghana.
Living in Ghana provided Stephen with invaluable insights into his cultural heritage, familial connections, and societal dynamics, fueling his passion for social justice and equity. Immersed in a new environment, he deepened his understanding of global issues. This experience broadened his worldview and strengthened his sense of identity.
Upon returning to Toronto, Stephen channelled his experiences from Ghana into his advocacy efforts. As the voice of over 623,000 young Torontonians, he tirelessly advocated for a more equitable and youth-friendly city.
Under his leadership, the TYC emerged as a powerful catalyst for change, spearheading action to address pressing issues such as community safety and youth unemployment. Notable achievements during his tenure include advocating for over $20 million in investments for youth programs and securing commitments to provide 10,000 additional youth jobs by Summer 2026.
His impact extends beyond city borders, influencing policy changes that benefit Ontario’s 2 million students. Stephen’s advocacy has resulted in significant milestones, including spearheading the introduction of free menstrual products in Ontario schools to ensure no student faces barriers to education due to menstruation. He has also been instrumental in addressing systemic racism in education, advocating for measures to combat anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism in the school system. Additionally, he has championed measures to deal with the rising youth mental health crisis such as mental health literacy and training for school staff and secured $150 million of additional investments to support youth mental well-being.
In 2024, Stephen was invited by the City of Frankfurt, Germany to represent Canada at the International Youth Summit. He engaged and strengthened cultural exchanges, global citizenship in regards to the SDGs and promoted solutions to the problems youth face globally.
Stephen’s dedication has earned him recognition as one of Toronto’s Rising Stars by Toronto Life Magazine, part of their 50 Most Influential Torontonians. He’s completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Politics & Governance and Criminology from Toronto Metropolitan University. Driven by a deep sense of purpose and a vision for a more just and inclusive society, Stephen Mensah continues to inspire change and build bridges of opportunity for future generations.
Daniel (Danny) Anckle
Executive Director
Daniel (Danny) Anckle
Daniel Anckle is a seasoned not-for-profit leader with over 25 years of experience strengthening communities, advancing equity, and supporting children and youth. Originally from the United Kingdom and now based in Toronto, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Tropicana Community Services, guiding programs that empower individuals and families across the city. Daniel has held senior roles at several respected organizations, including Cecil Community Centre, Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC), Boys and Girls Club, Scouts Canada, Central Neighborhood House, and the Jamaican Canadian Association. He also teaches part-time at George Brown Polytechnic, helping develop future community service professionals.
Deeply committed to client-centered practice, Daniel believes in supporting people within the context of their lived experiences. His dedication to public service includes serving as a Council Member and Discipline Committee Member with the Ontario College of Teachers, where he is currently the Vice Chair of the Standards of Practice and Education Committee. He has also contributed his expertise as a CAMH Constituency Council Member, and as a Board Member with the Christie Ossington Neighborhood Centre, CNIB, and Justice for Children and Youth. Daniel’s work has been recognized with several honors, including the United Way Leaders of Today Award, Ontario Volunteer Service Award, CNIB Century of Change Award, and the Toronto South Local Immigration Partnership Collaboration Award.
u003cbru003eHe holds degrees from Queen’s University, the Schulich School of Business, and George Brown Polytechnic, along with specialized training in governance and sustainable strategic change. Driven by a commitment to empowerment, inclusion, and social justice, Daniel continues to champion initiatives that create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities he serves.
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