Staff Members

Executive Director
John Ellis, M.S.W., R.S.W.

John has more than 25 years experience in association management. John was the Executive Director of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario from 1990 to 2003.  Prior to that he spent 9 years as Executive Director with the Epilepsy Association of Metro Toronto.  These positions afforded him the opportunity to play a leadership role both at the local and provincial levels.
A native of Toronto, John holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto.

Accreditation Coordinator
Bonnie Hoppe, M.S.W., R.S.W. 

Bonnie joined Family Service Ontario in 1992 and has since coordinated all the activities of the Accreditation program. Prior to her work for Family Service Ontario Bonnie was a Policy Analyst for the Children's Services Unit, Policy Development Branch, Ministry of Community and Social Services. Bonnie received her Master's of Social Work Degree from the University of Toronto. 

Administrative Assistant
Klodia Guma B.A., Certified Executive Assistant 

Klodia has been with Family Service Ontario since January 2009, in the role of Administrative Assistant. Klodia provides a valuable support to the Board, Executive Director and other staff members and handles all administrative duties in the office.