About

CANADIANS
SAW A NEED.
CAREMAKERS
IS OUR
RESPONSE.

THE CAREMAKERS FOUNDATION
COMMITMENT

The Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation was established in November 2020 to help lighten the load of the nearly 8 million caregivers across the country, with a goal of inspiring a collective commitment to the cause.

Our vision is a country where family caregivers are valued, recognized and supported. We actively uphold this vision through strategic initiatives in four key areas:

Raising awareness for the cause.
Providing financial grants to charities that support family caregivers.
Fundraising initiatives for caregivers across Canada.
Convening and collaborating with others in the sector to create innovative programs and more.

This commitment propels us forward, guided by the belief that together, we can create lasting change for caregivers.

OUR BOARD

CareMakers is a CRA-registered charitable public foundation that funds Canadian organizations that support family caregivers in their region. We are governed by an independent board of directors. Our current board members are Dave Oldreive, Pat Ritchie, Rem Langan, Chris Forward, Geena Virk, and Adriana Shnall. We are honoured to work together with our partners to champion the cause of family caregiving in Canada.

REM LANGAN

Rem is an accomplished marketer with over 35 years of experience in executive management, marketing and communications in both business and not-for- profit sectors. Currently, he acts as a consultant to companies and not-for- profit organizations. Rem has been an active board member of numerous charities, including Variety Village, Parachute Canada, Canadian Paralympic Committee, the Toronto 2015 Sport Legacy Fund, Ontario Workplace Safety & Prevention Services, POV, President, CEO and board chair of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada, as well as a founding board member of the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation and the Impakt Foundation for Social Change.

DAVE OLDREIVE

As Executive Vice-President of Downstream at Suncor, Dave Oldreive is responsible for Refining & Logistics, Supply, Trading & Optimisation, and Sales & Marketing. He has extensive experience of leading complex downstream operations and driving performance, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and customer experience. His leadership in integrated energy solutions and commitment to building high-performing, people-focused teams align with the Foundation’s mission to support family caregivers across Canada. As a new member of the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation Board, he is dedicated to making stronger relationships that help create better communities.

PAT RITCHIE

Since joining Suncor in 1996, Pat has held multiple roles in various parts of Suncor’s downstream business, including Market Manager – Eastern Canada Wholesale Operations, Director – Lubricants Business Integration, General Manager – Strategy and Development, and most recently, Vice President – Sales and Marketing. As part of his role, he also contributed to the launch of Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation. Pat received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and joined the Board of Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation in 2023.

CHRIS FORWARD

Chris is the General Manager of Harvey’s Oil and Harvey’s Home Heating. He has been part of the Harvey’s team since 2008, and now oversees operations that guide the strategic direction and day- to-day management of over 7,000 energy utility customers in Newfoundland and Labrador. A champion of local and national causes, Chris has a vast record of volunteering and strategic council for organizations, such as Pride at Work Canada, and Boys & Girls Clubs of St. John’s. He continues to be a force for change, and a leadership example for the business and queer communities.

GEENA VIRK

Geena has a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing from the University of British Columbia. She has been an Associate with Petro- Canada since 1999 and is currently the Area Licensee for 12 (almost 13) locations in the Fraser Valley of BC. Geena has participated yearly with Women Helping Women since 2010. This group of women puts together “feel good” boxes for women in shelters or second-stage housing during the Christmas season. Geena also sits on the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Grants Committee and the committee for Petro- Canada CareMakers Local Grant program.

ADRIANA SHNALL

Dr. Adriana Shnall, PhD, MSW, RSW serves as the Program Director of the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving at Baycrest, drawing from 30 years of clinical expertise in older adult and family care across various settings. Recognized with the Baycrest Outstanding Innovations award, Adriana holds an Assistant Professor role at the University of Toronto. Balancing clinical practice, education, research and leadership, she integrates her skills to empower family caregivers, healthcare providers and the public, fostering an improved quality of life for both caregivers and the individuals they support.

SUPPORTERS OF THE
CAREMAKERS FOUNDATION

Thank you to the companies, groups, and individuals who are supporters of the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation. These donors and partners champion our efforts through support of our events, cause-related marketing, hosting local events of their own and direct donations. We couldn’t do the work we do without their generous contributions! Together, we make a meaningful impact in the lives of family caregivers.

To learn about how you/your company can get involved, visit our support us page or reach out directly at info@caremakers.ca.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Download copies of audited financial statements here.

GRANTS & FUNDING

Find information about how to apply and past grant recipients here.

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