Biographies for the Board of Management

• Barbara Carra (Ph.D., M.SC, B.Sc.Hons)
• André Carroll (JD, BBA (Finance))
• Timothy D’Souza (CPA, CMA, MA, MBA)
• Mary Ference (B. Math)
• Carole Gagnon (BBA (Finance))
• David Losier (CFA, CPA, CGA, ICD.d)
• Mary Nemeth (CPA, CA, ICD.D, FLMI, GBA)
• Margie (Madhuri) Parikh (C.Dir., MBA, CFP)
• Thane Sherrington (B.A)
• Karen Skinner (MBA, B.Comm.(Co-op))
• Stanley Thompson (CPA, CA)
• Colin Younker (CPA, FCA)
• Jean-François Fortin
• Heather Evans (B.A., LL. B., LL.M.)

Barbara Carra (Ph.D., M.Sc, B.Sc.)

• Calgary, Alberta
• Reppointed in May 2026 for 3 years

• Chair, Technology and Security Committee
• Member, Governance and Service Committee

Nominated by the Province of Alberta, Barbara (Barb) Carra is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Cybera, a not-for-profit technology-neutral agency dedicated to accelerating technology adoption in Alberta. She is an accomplished and recognized leader in the not-for-profit sector with over 10 years of experience in executive and management positions focusing on systems, strategy, partnerships, and operations.

Prior to her current roles, Barb occupied various senior roles at Cybera, including Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Privacy Officer, Vice President, Policy & Strategic Initiatives, Senior Strategic Policy Developer, and Project Manager. From 2008 to 2012, she was the principal and owner of Carra Spatial Solutions, where she provided sustainable solutions ranging from urban-focused development and public engagement, to environmental assessment and wildlife conservation research. She serves on a number of boards of directors, including The Pacific Institute of Mathematical Sciences, the Calgary Zoo, and the Saskatchewan Research and Education Network.

Barb holds a Ph.D. in geography and environmental studies from Wilfrid Laurier University. She has also completed several director development offerings from the Institute of Corporate Directors, and Rotman School of Management, and holds both a Master of Science, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Calgary.

André Carroll (JD, BBA (Finance))

• Moncton, New Brunswick
• Appointed in April 2026 for 3 years

Nominated by the Province of New Brunswick, André Carroll is a Partner at Cox & Palmer NB LLP, where he practises primarily in the areas of corporate and commercial law, banking and finance, securities law, real estate, and related tax matters. In this role, he regularly advises boards of directors, senior executives, and organizations in both the private and not for profit sectors on governance, regulatory compliance, risk oversight, corporate transactions, restructurings, and strategic decision making. As a Partner, he also contributes to firm leadership and governance. 

André brings extensive experience in governance and risk oversight, supported by a strong understanding of tax administration and compliance. Earlier in his career, he worked at the Canada Revenue Agency as a Tax Auditor and served as a Lecturer in Tax Law at the Université de Moncton. He has also acted as a frequent speaker on corporate, tax, and governance topics for professional and industry audiences. He has held a number of leadership and committee roles, including as Chair of the Tax Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association (New Brunswick Branch), and as a member of firm level committees focused on recruitment, diversity and inclusion, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence. He has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada in Corporate Law and Securities Law and was named Lawyer of the Year – Corporate Law for Moncton in 2026. 

André holds a Juris Doctor and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) from the Université de Moncton. He is a member of the Law Society of New Brunswick.

Timothy D’Souza (CPA, CMA, MA, MBA)

• Oakville, Ontario
• Appointed in December 2023 for 3 years

• Vice-Chair, Governance and Service Committee
• Member, People and Culture Committee

Nominated by the Federal Government, Timothy (Tim) D'Souza has 30-years of finance, consulting and leadership experience, helping a wide range of organizations improve what they do. He started his career working in international development, assisting small NGOs develop and execute improvements. Tim then spent 18+ years in the private sector, working with companies like IBM, Sun Life and Pet Valu. Tim returned to the non-profit world in 2018, serving as the Chief Operating Officer of Children Believe. Tim currently serves as the Senior Vice-President of Finance and Business Operations at Diabetes Canada.

Tim is a trained accountant and holds three university degrees, including an MBA from Yale. He serves on several other boards of directors and teaches part-time at four post-secondary institutions.

Mary Ference (BMath)

• Regina, Saskatchewan
• Reappointed in August 2024 for 3 years

• Chair, People and Culture Committee
• Member, Governance and Service Committee

Nominated by the Province of Saskatchewan, Mary Ference is the Director of Business Sales, at SaskTel, leading teams that cultivate long-term customer relationships and drive innovation and growth for the Saskatchewan business community. She was a member of the SaskTel Bargaining Committee (Labour Relations) in 2019 and is past Chair of the Board of Trustees of the MacKenzie Art Gallery, and past President of Youth Ballet and Contemporary Dance, both of Saskatchewan.

Prior to her current roles, Mary held various positions at SaskTel, including, Director of Sales Operations, Business Sales Manager, and Account Executive. She is an innovative, and goal-driven sales and information technology leader, recognized for building high-performing teams, making change happen, and inspiring fun in the workplace.

Mary holds a Bachelor of Math (Honours Actuarial Science) from the University of Waterloo, and is a graduate from the Queen’s School of Business’s Executive Marketing Program.

Carole Gagnon (BBA (Finance))

• Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec
• Appointed in April 2026 for 3 years

Nominated by the Province of Quebec, Carole Gagnon is a seasoned senior executive with more than 40 years of experience in information technology, governance, and organizational transformation across both the public and private sectors. She has held very senior leadership positions, including Vice President and Director General of Information Technology at Revenu Québec, where she was responsible for strategy, governance, security, and the delivery of digital services essential to the mission of a large tax administration. 

At Revenu Québec, Carole led a complex technology organization composed of thousands of employees and consultants, overseeing significant budgets and critical infrastructures supporting millions of individual and business taxpayers. She played a key role in planning and implementing digital transformation initiatives, modernizing tax systems, strengthening cybersecurity, advancing information resource governance, and integrating innovative solutions, including artificial intelligence, while ensuring service continuity and quality. 

Prior to joining Revenu Québec, Carole held senior leadership positions for many years within information technology consulting firms, including an international information technology firm, where she assumed responsibilities related to governance, risk management, strategic planning, financial management, and the delivery of large scale technology projects, often in complex and highly regulated environments. She also brings significant governance experience, having served as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Cégep Limoilou. 

Carole holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) from Université Laval.

David Losier (CFA, CPA, CGA, ICD.d)

• Caraquet, New Brunswick
• Appointed in December 2023 for 3 years

• Vice-Chair, Technology and Security Committee
• Member, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee

Nominated by the Federal Government, David Losier is an executive leader, management consultant and financial expert. He started his career as a collections officer and auditor for the CRA. David has since acquired many years of senior executive level experience in cooperative banking, insurance, pension and wealth management industries. He has previously served as the Chief Financial Officer of the Canadian Credit Union Association, UNI Financial Cooperation and Fédération des Caisses Populaires Acadiennes Limitée. He is currently a Corporate Director and Consultant at DOL Consulting Incorporated.

David holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Université de Moncton and multiple financial and accounting designations. He also completed the Institute of Corporate Directors Education Program and holds the ICD.D designation. He has held a number of director positions and currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors of Vestcor Incorporated as well as Chair of the Board of Caisse Populaire Acadienne Ltée (operating as UNI Financial).

Mary Nemeth (CPA, CA, ICD.D, FLMI, GBA)

• Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Appointed in February 2025 for 3 years

• Vice-Chair, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee
• Member, People and Culture Committee

Nominated by the Province of Manitoba, Mary Nemeth was the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa Insurance) until 2022.

Prior to that role, and over 25 years, Mary occupied several senior roles at Wawanesa Insurance, including Senior Vice President & Chief Risk Officer, and Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Wawanesa Life. Mary has extensive board experience, serving on various committees and organizations. She is currently Vice-Chair and Finance/Risk Committee Chair at Digital Public Square, a board member and Finance & Administration Committee Chair at United Way Winnipeg, and a board member at the OmbudService for Life and Health Insurance. Throughout her career, Mary has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision, consistently contributing to the success and growth of the organization.

Mary holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Manitoba. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) certified by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba. She has also earned several professional designations, including ICD.D from the Institute of Corporate Directors, FLMI from LOMA, and GBA from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans.

Margie (Madhuri) Parikh (C.Dir., MBA, CFP)

• Victoria, British Columbia
• Reappointed in February 2025 for 3 years

• Interim Chair, Board of Management
• Chair, Governance and Service Committee
• Member, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee

Nominated by the Province of British Columbia, Margie (Madhuri) Parikh is the founder of On Governance, specializing in enhancing the impact of boards and directors, and focusing on Environmental and Social Governance, DEI, finance, and risk oversight.

Currently serving on the Board of LIFT Impact Partners, notable past roles include Board chair of MEC and CISV International, Lead Director of the BC Energy Regulator, and Director of Camosun College, Oikocredit Canada, and Parachute.

Madhuri holds an MBA from Columbia and the GCB.d Global ESG and Certified Financial Planner designations. A graduate of the Chartered Director Program from McMaster University, she has also completed many programs from the Institute of Corporate Directors and Rotman School of Management, and holds a Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) from the University of British Columbia.

Madhuri is a tireless advocate for diversity, serving as ambassador for Women Get on Board Inc., coach for FORA's Rise on Boards for young directors, and mentor to the DFS Professional Women’s group, fostering change and inclusion in leadership positions.

Thane Sherrington (B.A)

• Antigonish, Nova Scotia
• Appointed in November 2022 for 3 years

• Member, People and Culture Committee
• Member, Technology and Security Committee

Nominated by the Province of Nova Scotia, Thane Sherrington is the Vice President of Computer Connection Ltd., specializing in technology and computer science. Thane has been highly involved in the family-owned small business since its establishment in 1982, making use of his extensive IT skills and knowledge. Through his professional experiences, Thane has developed a wide-ranging skill set in the computer and technology domain. An active member of his community, he uses his expertise to support local organizations.

Prior to his current roles, Thane has developed business programs to track training at the St. Martha’s Hospital, established investment tracking program for a local Community Economic Development Investments Funds, and created a donation tracking system for a local nursing home. He also served on the Town of Antigonish Planning Advisory Committee from 2002 until 2016.

Thane holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of King's College, having completed the Foundation Year Program.

Karen Skinner (MBA, B.Comm.(Co-op.))

• St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
• Appointed in October 2024 for 3 years

• Vice-Chair, People and Culture Committee
• Member, Technology and Security Committee

Nominated by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Karen Skinner was the Vice-President, Newfoundland and Labrador Region, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) until March 2023. She is a seasoned executive and Board Director with over 32 years experience in economic development, public policy, and program design and implementation.

Prior to her last role, Karen occupied several senior roles at ACOA, including Director General, Regional Operations where she was responsible for overall management of operations and programming in Newfoundland and Labrador. A passionate community volunteer, she serves on a number of boards of directors, including Janeway Children’s Hospital Foundation, Business and Arts NL, Dr. Jack Hand Legacy Foundation, Bonavista Biennale, and Lady Cove Women’s Choir.

Karen holds a Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) from the Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Stanley Thompson (CPA, CA)

• Whitehorse, Yukon
• Reappointed in May 2024 for 3 years

• Chair, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee
• Member, Technology and Security Committee

Nominated by the Yukon Territory, Stanley (Stan) Thompson is a skilled business leader and change agent with senior executive experience in marketing and resource-oriented companies. He is currently the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President, Corporate Services at Northwestel responsible for finance, corporate services, and carrier services. He is a Board and audit committee member of the Opimian Society, Canada's largest private wine club, a Board member for DCI the Dakwakada First Nations Investment aim in Whitehorse and past Chair of the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce.

Prior to his current roles, Stan served in senior executive roles, notably as President of Novartis Consumer Health Canada Inc. from 1998 to 2005, where he was responsible for the manufacturing, marketing, and selling of several top-selling brands in Canada.

Stan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Western Ontario. A designated CPA/CA, he is a member of Financial Executives International (FEI) a leadership forum for financial executives.

Colin Younker (CPA, FCA)

• North Wiltshire, Prince Edward Island
• Reappointed in May 2024 for 3 years

• Member, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee
• Member, Governance and Service Committee

Nominated by the Province of Prince Edward Island, Colin Younker is a Senior Tax Advisor with MSRB, a professional services firm providing accounting, bookkeeping, tax, valuation and business consulting services. For over three decades, he has been advising individuals and organizations on their accounting and tax planning needs.

From 2002 to 2012, Colin served as the Auditor General of Prince Edward Island. Prior to his position as Auditor General, he was a partner with the firm MacIsaac & Younker in Charlottetown, for over 20 years. Colin also served as the former President and Treasurer of the Kidney Foundation of Prince Edward Island, and is a former Board member of the Kidney Foundation of Canada. His contributions were recognized when he was awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal for his service to the Kidney Foundation of Canada. He has also served as President of the Canadian Mental Health Association of Prince Edward Island.

A member of the Prince Edward Island Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, Colin received the Institute’s highest honour in 2014, a Fellow Chartered Accountant designation, in recognition of his meritorious service to the profession and achievements in the community. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts, with a Major in Business from Colby College.

Jean-François Fortin

• Appointed in May 2024 for 5 years
• Deputy Commissioner of the Canada Revenue Agency

Prior to joining the CRA, Jean-François was appointed Associate Deputy Minister of Justice on March 27, 2023. Prior to joining the Department, he held the position of Executive Director, Enforcement at the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) since June 2012.

Prior to joining the AMF, Jean-François was a partner at the law firm of McCarthy Tétrault, where his practice included civil, commercial, and professional liability litigation law.

He is a graduate of the University of Montreal, where he received a Bachelor of Laws degree. He was called to the Quebec Bar in 1996. Jean-François is a certified corporate director, having completed a university corporate governance certification program at Laval University’s Collège des administrateurs de sociétés.

Heather Evans (B.A., LL. B., LL.M.)

• Appointed in July 2026 as Commissioner of the Canada Revenue Agency

Heather Evans BA, LLB, LLM, was appointed as Commissioner of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) effective July 13, 2026. 

Prior to joining the CRA, Heather occupied the role of Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Tax Foundation. Called to the Ontario Bar, she practiced tax law before joining Deloitte Canada, where she became a partner in 2000 and served as National Managing Partner, Tax, from 2012 to 2016. Heather is a member of the Law Society of Ontario, the Canadian Tax Foundation, the International Fiscal Association, the Ontario Bar Association, and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She has also enjoyed teaching as an adjunct faculty member at Western University, Osgoode Hall Law School, and the University of Toronto.