Meet the Jake’s House Board

Our board is comprised of individuals with diverse professional and personal experiences, as well unique as skill sets and networks, yet they are all united by their wanting to make a positive impact on their community. Together, they offer a valuable blend of expertise and passion, ideal for furthering the Jake’s House aim to provide significant support to families living with autism.

Len D’elia

Senior Private Banking Advisor | CIBC Private Banking | CIBC Private Wealth & Jake's House Chairman

Andrew Simon

Chief Creative Officer, Edelman Canada & Jake's House Board Member

Patricia Pearson

Head of Business & Administration, Ministry of The Solicitor General & Jake's House Board Vice-Chair

Sara Yousefi

Employment Lawyer, Loopstra Nixon LLP & Jake's House Board Member

Claudia Santos

Program Lead, ADP Canada & Jake's House Board Member

Everton Williams

Ex Professional Athlete & Partner Specialist, CDW Canada & Jake's House Board Member

Kaitlyn Leeb

Canadian Actress & Jake's House Board Member

Jake’s House. Your community, your home.

Jake's House Employment Expo-Toronto Recap
On October 12th, Jake's House achieved a significant milestone in its mission to transform the employment landscape for the autism and developmental disability community as they hosted the Jake's House Employment Expo in Toronto for the very first time. This year, Jake's House proudly organized this expo in three cities: Ottawa, London, and Toronto.
Jake the Goose at the CNE!
Planning to visit the CNE this year? Make sure to spot Jake The Goose as part of the Goose on the Loose exhibit, located in front of the Princess Margaret Fountain. Our creation has been beautifully painted by artists from our Jake's House ASD community: Asheron, Abdullah, and Eddie!
Culinary Event At Edithvale Community Centre
On June 10th, 2023, Jake's House hosted a special culinary event led by Natalie in our Jake’s Hangout Workshop.
Special Guest Day- Watercolour Painting & Soccer Workshops
On May 27th, 2023, Jake's House hosted a Special Guest Day that featured back-to-back workshop fun! The day included a Watercolour Painting Workshop followed by a Soccer Workshop held in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Dreams Take Flight 2023 Recap
On May 2nd, 2023, dreams became reality as the Jake's House team had the incredible honour of accompanying four children on the autism spectrum - Cameron, Aiden, Adam, and Carlos - to the magical Walt Disney World. After being awarded the trip in 2020 and enduring the challenges of the pandemic, this group finally had the opportunity to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Let's dive into the unforgettable moments of their day!
Jake's House Employment Expo in Ottawa and London
Created to equip individuals with autism and/or developmental disabilities with the tools needed to find meaningful employment, the team at Jake’s House had the privilege of rolling out its first two Employment Expos – Ottawa on April 17th and London on April 28th, 2023.

Jake's House Employment Expo-Toronto Recap
On October 12th, Jake's House achieved a significant milestone in its mission to transform the employment landscape for the autism and developmental disability community as they hosted the Jake's House Employment Expo in Toronto for the very first time. This year, Jake's House proudly organized this expo in three cities: Ottawa, London, and Toronto.
Jake the Goose at the CNE!
Planning to visit the CNE this year? Make sure to spot Jake The Goose as part of the Goose on the Loose exhibit, located in front of the Princess Margaret Fountain. Our creation has been beautifully painted by artists from our Jake's House ASD community: Asheron, Abdullah, and Eddie!
Culinary Event At Edithvale Community Centre
On June 10th, 2023, Jake's House hosted a special culinary event led by Natalie in our Jake’s Hangout Workshop.
Special Guest Day- Watercolour Painting & Soccer Workshops
On May 27th, 2023, Jake's House hosted a Special Guest Day that featured back-to-back workshop fun! The day included a Watercolour Painting Workshop followed by a Soccer Workshop held in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Dreams Take Flight 2023 Recap
On May 2nd, 2023, dreams became reality as the Jake's House team had the incredible honour of accompanying four children on the autism spectrum - Cameron, Aiden, Adam, and Carlos - to the magical Walt Disney World. After being awarded the trip in 2020 and enduring the challenges of the pandemic, this group finally had the opportunity to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Let's dive into the unforgettable moments of their day!
Jake's House Employment Expo in Ottawa and London
Created to equip individuals with autism and/or developmental disabilities with the tools needed to find meaningful employment, the team at Jake’s House had the privilege of rolling out its first two Employment Expos – Ottawa on April 17th and London on April 28th, 2023.

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