Community Living Ontario
Lisa Tabachnick has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. In 2004, they founded Lisa Tabachnick Communications, where they create thoughtful and well-researched communications to help clients achieve their marketing objectives. Some of their notable clients include RR Donnelley, Canadian Cancer Society, and March of Dimes Canada.
Lisa has also worked as a Program Facilitator at Trails Youth Initiatives, providing guidance, structure, and companionship to vulnerable youth in the Greater Toronto Area. Additionally, Lisa has participated in the ELLA Women YU program in 2022.
In their role as Director of Communications at Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto, Lisa was responsible for communicating the accomplishments and actions of the Sisters to various stakeholders, including the public, media, and staff. Their responsibilities included strategy development, media relations, and project management.
Before that, Lisa worked as a Senior Copy Editor at RR Donnelley and as a Communications Consultant at Saint Elizabeth Health Care, where they supported the corporate vision by developing and implementing internal and external communications programs.
Other experiences include being a Producer at TVOntario, an Online Editor at Parents Canada Magazine, and an Online Site Guide for ParentZone.com and BabyZone.com. In these roles, they interviewed subjects, produced parent-focused articles, and managed website content.
Overall, Lisa Tabachnick's work experience demonstrates their expertise in marketing communications, program facilitation, and strategic communications.
Lisa Tabachnick has a diverse education history. Lisa holds a B.A.A. degree in Radio & Television Arts from Ryerson University. In 2022, they participated in the ELLA Entrepreneur Accelerator Program at York University. In the same year, they also completed the ECEA program in Early Childhood Education and Teaching at Mohawk College. Lisa also obtained a certificate in Communication Fundamentals, Conflict Resolution, Dealing with Difficult Behaviours, and Working in Teams from Mohawk College in 2021. Additionally, Lisa has pursued further certifications, including Non-Violent Communications from the Center for Non-Violent Communications in November 2022 and Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED from the Canadian Red Cross in June 2021. Lisa's education also includes studying Sociology and Theatre at Dalhousie University, although specific dates for this program are not provided.
Community Living Ontario
Community Living Ontario is a nonprofit, provincial confederation that advocates for the inclusion of people who have an intellectual disability in all aspects of community life. We envision a society where people who have an intellectual disability belong, have equal rights, respect and acceptance, a sense of self-worth, and opportunities for growth. The gifts, uniqueness and innate value of each individual are celebrated, supported and acknowledged as essential to the completeness of the whole community. Our goal is for people who have an intellectual disability to live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community and have the opportunity to participate effectively. Community Living Ontario proudly serves and advocates on behalf of more than 12,000 members across the province. We promote and champion the inherent value, dignity, and human rights of people who have an intellectual disability.