Staff

Rochelle Berenyi

Executive Director

Rochelle joined the Carmichael Family in August 2017 as our Communications, Advocacy, and Projects Officer, transitioning to Director of Development in March 2020. Rochelle wears many hats at Carmichael, and is responsible for things like fundraising, presentations, and more.

“I have never loved an organization the way that I love Carmichael. I am lucky to be part of an organization that is so dedicated to doing anything possible to support the community, and am happy to be part of the Carmichael Family."

rochelle@carmichaeloutreach.ca

(306) 757-2235 ext. 4

Shawna Semaganis

Food Recovery Program Coordinator

Shawna has moved from service user at Carmichael Outreach to volunteer, to part-time instructor for our Aboriginal Art Program, to Programs and Operations, Office Manager and finally to her current position as Food Recovery Program Coordinator. She has been working with Carmichael Outreach since 2012.

“I like working at Carmichael because I like to support and help people. I have good rapport with the people that come into the centre, and I want to brighten people’s day with a welcoming smile and by having fun together.”

shawna@carmichaeloutreach.ca

(306) 757-2235 ext. 6

Duncan Nord

Operations Coordinator

Duncan has gone from volunteer, to operations assistant, to his current role as Operations Coordinator. Duncan succeeds in running a tight ship around Carmichael! He is responsible for coordinating volunteers, as well as day to day operations of the centre.

(306) 757-2235 ext. 2

Robert Hughes

HIV Strategy Housing Support Coordinator

Robert is the sole member of our HIV Housing Support Program. He works with members of our community who are HIV positive, or at risk of contracting HIV, to find and maintain stable housing.

robert@carmichaeloutreach.ca

(306) 757-2235 ext. 5

Doreen Lloyd

Housing Support Supervisor

Doreeen came to Carmichael Outreach in July of 2013 and is the supervisor of our Housing Support Program. She has a wealth of experience working within Regina at various community organizations providing life skills training and support services.

“Carmichael is connected to the community and provides needed services. I wanted to help tackle the issue of housing. I enjoy being able to meet with people each day and help people set up an actual home. People are so appreciative, and are always excited. It’s important for us to support people so that they can maintain that.”

doreen@carmichaeloutreach.ca

(306) 757-2235 ext. 3

Bernie Mathieson

Housing Support Worker

Bernie started off at Carmichael in 2017 as a member of our Housing First Housing Support Program. After a switch to a Rapid Rehousing model, we were sad to see him go. As of August 2018, we are excited to welcome him back as a Housing Support Worker in our Rapid Rehousing Housing Support Program! Bernie works alongside Doreen to run our rapid rehousing program, striving to find stable housing and provide support to those in our community who have fallen through the cracks.

bernard@carmichaeloutreach.ca

(306) 531-9238

Steve Fox-Smith

Housing Support Worker

Steve works alongside our housing support team to support those in our community experiencing poverty and homelessness. We are excited to have him!

steve@carmichaeloutreach.ca

Ishema Mwunvaneza

Finance Officer

Ishema worked with Carmichael as a summer employee. We’re excited for him to be back with us ensuring our books look good and that all of our generous donations are properly processed!

ishema@carmichaeloutreach.ca

Velma Peyachew

Senior Cook

Velma is our Food Security and Programs Assistant. She has volunteered and worked at Carmichael for the past year.

“I moved to Regina a year ago and started volunteering at Carmichael helping do the dishes and run the clothing boutique. I love it here. The people and staff are great and we learn from each other. It’s nice to have a place where people can get the things that they need.”

Rhonda Mills

Part Time Volunteer Coordinator

Rhonda has been a passionate and devoted volunteer for many years. She is always a smiling face in our boutique sorting room, and never fails to brighten up a person’s day!

We were excited to welcome Rhonda to our staff as a part-time operations assistant, helping Duncan to keep the place running smooth day-to-day. As a long-time volunteer herself, her current role as Volunteer Coordinator is a perfect fit, as she always does what she can to keep things running smoothly.

Michael Badger

Contract Maintenance Assistant

Michael is a long-time member of the Carmichael Family! a previous member of our Housing Support Program and a graduate of our 2018 Life Skills Class, Michael has demonstrated a strong passion and work ethic, and we are happy to have him around! Michael works with Carmichael on a contract basis, assisting with various odd-jobs around the centre.

Nick Faye

Development Coordinator

Nick is responsible for securing funding via grants, engaging our amazing fundraising partners, handling large donations, and other marketing and communications duties. He has been involved with a number of amazing non-profits (employment and volunteer) over the years, and is excited to be a part of the Carmichael team!

306-757-2235 ext 7

nick@carmichaeloutreach.ca

Chandre Lerat

Receptionist

Chandre started working with Carmichael Outreach as a COVID-19 Emergency Food Hamper Coordinator before settling into her role as Receptionist. We’re so fortunate to have Chandre onboard as the main point of contact for Carmichael Outreach!

chandre@carmichaeloutreach.ca

306-757-2235 EXT 1