Roy and Cher's Board of Directors
Roy and Cher's Animal Rescue is registered as a not-for-profit organization as Roy and Cher's Rescue Farm. It is governed by volunteer board members whose purpose it is to lead the organization toward fulfilling its mission.
Angela Dawn Parker
Founder & Director of Operations
In 1985 when I was seven years-old, I started working with horses. Currently studying natural horsemanship, I am learning to work with neglected horses and teaching them to trust again. I have a Master of Science degree from Concordia University, Montreal (2016) and I have worked in television and magazine media for ten years. My animal geography research examined human/animal relationships, particularly within sanctuaries.
While completing my masters, I was a Graduate Student Officer for the Animal Geography Specialty Group of the Association of American Geographers. In 2020, I was elected to the board as a General Board Member. In 2001 I received the Loyalist College Broadcast Advisory Award for Best Director in the Broadcasting Television Program. In 2003, I became the first female editor of a motorcycle magazine in North America.
I have lived in over 30 places, travelled seven countries and worn many hats. I was a television producer, video editor, magazine editor, columnist, grounds keeper, wildlife educator, stable hand, conservation technician, and office assistant. Currently, I am the banquet supervisor for the NAV Centre in Cornwall, Ontario and Founder & Chief Tea Alchemist for A Cup of Kindness Tea Company. I am also an independent animal geography scholar and animal photographer.
It was during my time as an employee at the Vancouver Aquarium where I started to realize the emotions in animals, particularly dolphins, orcas and belugas. I worked closely with injured and abandoned baby seals at Vancouver’s Marine Mammal Rescue Rehabilitation Centre. The excitement I felt when the baby seals were released back into the ocean was overwhelming. Assisting animals rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment is what I love to do. As a vegan, I enjoy promoting plant-based foods and a compassionate lifestyle. My activism extends out to the environment and the protection of the complex systems within ecology, which include both flora and fauna. I was a Project Assistant for Cornwall Carbon Reduction Initiative and have been a member of the South Glengarry Environmental Committee since 2009.
My volunteer work includes:
Dog walker - Humane Society (Belleville, 2002); Wildlife volunteer – Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife (Vancouver, 1999); Vet Assistant - Marine Mammal Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (Vancouver, 1999); Animal Care – Ecomuseum (Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, 2011 - 2013)
Stewardship:
Site Coordinator, TD Tree Days (2014, 2015, 2016); Algonquin Park Cleanup (2013); Organized and developed the first-ever Eco-Fair in Glengarry in conjunction with South Glengarry’s annual Hazardous Waste Day (2011); TD Tree Day (tree planter) (2011); Great Canadian Cleanup (2011); Assisted with Chantal Brunet’s OSPCA Fundraisers (2009/2010)
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Founder & Director of Operations
In 1985 when I was seven years-old, I started working with horses. Currently studying natural horsemanship, I am learning to work with neglected horses and teaching them to trust again. I have a Master of Science degree from Concordia University, Montreal (2016) and I have worked in television and magazine media for ten years. My animal geography research examined human/animal relationships, particularly within sanctuaries.
While completing my masters, I was a Graduate Student Officer for the Animal Geography Specialty Group of the Association of American Geographers. In 2020, I was elected to the board as a General Board Member. In 2001 I received the Loyalist College Broadcast Advisory Award for Best Director in the Broadcasting Television Program. In 2003, I became the first female editor of a motorcycle magazine in North America.
I have lived in over 30 places, travelled seven countries and worn many hats. I was a television producer, video editor, magazine editor, columnist, grounds keeper, wildlife educator, stable hand, conservation technician, and office assistant. Currently, I am the banquet supervisor for the NAV Centre in Cornwall, Ontario and Founder & Chief Tea Alchemist for A Cup of Kindness Tea Company. I am also an independent animal geography scholar and animal photographer.
It was during my time as an employee at the Vancouver Aquarium where I started to realize the emotions in animals, particularly dolphins, orcas and belugas. I worked closely with injured and abandoned baby seals at Vancouver’s Marine Mammal Rescue Rehabilitation Centre. The excitement I felt when the baby seals were released back into the ocean was overwhelming. Assisting animals rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment is what I love to do. As a vegan, I enjoy promoting plant-based foods and a compassionate lifestyle. My activism extends out to the environment and the protection of the complex systems within ecology, which include both flora and fauna. I was a Project Assistant for Cornwall Carbon Reduction Initiative and have been a member of the South Glengarry Environmental Committee since 2009.
My volunteer work includes:
Dog walker - Humane Society (Belleville, 2002); Wildlife volunteer – Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife (Vancouver, 1999); Vet Assistant - Marine Mammal Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (Vancouver, 1999); Animal Care – Ecomuseum (Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, 2011 - 2013)
Stewardship:
Site Coordinator, TD Tree Days (2014, 2015, 2016); Algonquin Park Cleanup (2013); Organized and developed the first-ever Eco-Fair in Glengarry in conjunction with South Glengarry’s annual Hazardous Waste Day (2011); TD Tree Day (tree planter) (2011); Great Canadian Cleanup (2011); Assisted with Chantal Brunet’s OSPCA Fundraisers (2009/2010)
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@theroyandcher
@myponykali
angeladawnparker.com
Sean Herridge-Berry
Treasurer
As a classmate of Angie’s at Concordia University I started to volunteer with Roy and Cher in 2014 and joined the board of directors shortly after. I have a BSc in Environmental Science from Concordia and one in Computer Science and GIS from the University of Lethbridge. I am in my first year of my Master’s Degree at Lethbridge working on identifying palaeontology sites at Dinosaur Provincial Park. I do all of my work for Roy and Cher’s via correspondence through Skype or through Email. Through the years I have had the honour of calling all of these my family: 4 cats, 2 dogs, 2 turtles and 1 rabbit, unfortunately not all at the same time. Before my academic career brought me to Western Canada, I spent my time as a member of the Roxboro United Church Youth Group in Roxboro, QC raising money for various Montreal-area charities including the SPCA and Dans La Rue. When I’m not studying, I’m watching hockey somewhere in Southern Alberta between Brooks and Canmore including my new home team Lethbridge Hurricanes.
Treasurer
As a classmate of Angie’s at Concordia University I started to volunteer with Roy and Cher in 2014 and joined the board of directors shortly after. I have a BSc in Environmental Science from Concordia and one in Computer Science and GIS from the University of Lethbridge. I am in my first year of my Master’s Degree at Lethbridge working on identifying palaeontology sites at Dinosaur Provincial Park. I do all of my work for Roy and Cher’s via correspondence through Skype or through Email. Through the years I have had the honour of calling all of these my family: 4 cats, 2 dogs, 2 turtles and 1 rabbit, unfortunately not all at the same time. Before my academic career brought me to Western Canada, I spent my time as a member of the Roxboro United Church Youth Group in Roxboro, QC raising money for various Montreal-area charities including the SPCA and Dans La Rue. When I’m not studying, I’m watching hockey somewhere in Southern Alberta between Brooks and Canmore including my new home team Lethbridge Hurricanes.
Ina Morris
Secretary
I was born and raised in Toronto. My ambition as a young person was to become a veterinarian. However, life dealt me a different set of cards.....no math/chemistry/physics ability. Over the years I have changed my career from a secretary, to a chef, to a secondary high school teacher. When I am retired from teaching, I will be opening a counselling service as I have just finished my master's degree in Psychological Counselling from the University of Ottawa. I am well known in Alexandria as the lady who has all the cats. I have cared for a feral colony of up to 12 cats. My oldest feral male will be 16 years old summer 2020. His brother died last summer at 15. I currently have three house cats, three dogs, two rats, and about five feral cats left in my colony. I can't be sure how many strays I feed, but I see them come and go. I hope to be able to make a difference for the unwanted and feral cats in this community.
Secretary
I was born and raised in Toronto. My ambition as a young person was to become a veterinarian. However, life dealt me a different set of cards.....no math/chemistry/physics ability. Over the years I have changed my career from a secretary, to a chef, to a secondary high school teacher. When I am retired from teaching, I will be opening a counselling service as I have just finished my master's degree in Psychological Counselling from the University of Ottawa. I am well known in Alexandria as the lady who has all the cats. I have cared for a feral colony of up to 12 cats. My oldest feral male will be 16 years old summer 2020. His brother died last summer at 15. I currently have three house cats, three dogs, two rats, and about five feral cats left in my colony. I can't be sure how many strays I feed, but I see them come and go. I hope to be able to make a difference for the unwanted and feral cats in this community.
Rita Asangarani
Executive Member / Barrister and Solicitor
Rita is the lead lawyer at Rita Asangarani Law Firm in Ottawa, Ontario practicing Real Estate, Wills & Estates, Corporate and Business Law, and of course Animal Law. She has a passion to help animals, as they have many vulnerabilities including in the legal world. In addition to taking courses in Animal Rights and Animal Laws at Law School, during her articles she also clerked at the Canada Agricultural Review Tribunal dealing with Administrative and Agriculture law matters including that of animal transportation and care across the country.
Rita obtained her Honours in Bachelor of Social Science from University of Ottawa and went on to study at the International Inter-University of Dubrovnik in Croatia. She obtained her Common Law degree from University of Ottawa and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2013. She has acted on various Boards in the past, and currently assists new charities and boards both legally and with board formalities.
Rita is a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and the County of Carleton Law Association and is fluent in English and Farsi. She currently lives with her rescue dog from Iran, Weiler, and her Blue Russian Cat, Mia.
Executive Member / Barrister and Solicitor
Rita is the lead lawyer at Rita Asangarani Law Firm in Ottawa, Ontario practicing Real Estate, Wills & Estates, Corporate and Business Law, and of course Animal Law. She has a passion to help animals, as they have many vulnerabilities including in the legal world. In addition to taking courses in Animal Rights and Animal Laws at Law School, during her articles she also clerked at the Canada Agricultural Review Tribunal dealing with Administrative and Agriculture law matters including that of animal transportation and care across the country.
Rita obtained her Honours in Bachelor of Social Science from University of Ottawa and went on to study at the International Inter-University of Dubrovnik in Croatia. She obtained her Common Law degree from University of Ottawa and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2013. She has acted on various Boards in the past, and currently assists new charities and boards both legally and with board formalities.
Rita is a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and the County of Carleton Law Association and is fluent in English and Farsi. She currently lives with her rescue dog from Iran, Weiler, and her Blue Russian Cat, Mia.
Shari Rowland-Gaucher
Fundraising Coordinator
Fundraising Coordinator
Erin Hodgins
Adoptions Coordinator
Adoptions Coordinator
Claire Wallace
Spay & Neuter Coordinator
Spay & Neuter Coordinator
Past Board Members
Chantal Comtois
Vice-President
Served on the board
2013 - 2020
Vice-President
Served on the board
2013 - 2020
Sheri Couchman
Secretary Served on the board 2017 - 2020 |
Lisa Hickey
Adoptions Coordinator Served on the board 2018 - 2019 |
Dan Piche
Executive Member Served on the Board 2013 - 2016 |
Heather Ray
Executive Member Served on the Board 2014 - 2016 |
Genevieve Poirier
Past Secretary Served on the Board 2013 - 2015 |
Mathieu Cormier
Past President Served on the Board 2013 - 2014 |
Kim Reynolds
Past Secretary
Served on the Board
2013 - 2014
Past Secretary
Served on the Board
2013 - 2014
Summer Employees |
Funded by Canada Summer Jobs |
Geneva Walker
Administrative Assistant
Summers 2018 & 2019
I love Birding, Canoeing, Rock climbing and hiking. My Passion for the outdoors led me to a bachelors degree is in Indigenous Environmental Studies from Trent and I am currently enrolled in a Masters of Environment and Business at Waterloo. I love working at Roy and Cher's because I am working for a cause I truly believe in. I currently have two poodle, and several fish.
Victoria Tidd
Spay & Neuter Coordinator
Summer 2019
I'm a student at the University of Guelph studying zoology, with a minor in museum studies. I have two cats, Max and Sunday. I want to help animals that are on the extinction list due to ecosystem destruction and many other factors. I believe that every animal deserves the right to a happy and safe life.
Spay & Neuter Coordinator
Summer 2019
I'm a student at the University of Guelph studying zoology, with a minor in museum studies. I have two cats, Max and Sunday. I want to help animals that are on the extinction list due to ecosystem destruction and many other factors. I believe that every animal deserves the right to a happy and safe life.
Mikayla Herrington
Spay & Neuter Coordinator Summer 2018 |
Tosha Burns
Spay & Neuter Coordinator Summer 2017 |