Leadership Team
Sarah Davis (on leave)
Executive Director
Sarah has been supporting vulnerable populations – primarily women that are at risk or have experienced homelessness – for over 15 years. She completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology at Carleton University and also has a College Diploma in Correctional Work. She has considerable experience working as a front-line staff and has progressively taken on more senior roles with various social justice and social service organizations across Ontario. Sarah is an active board member of the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa (ATEHO). Through ATEHO and other organizations, Sarah has participated in public education and advocacy, from supporting individuals at Federal Hearings to delivering lectures in university classrooms. Sarah is honoured to be an advocate for the women of Ottawa and proud to be working alongside the compassionate Cornerstone community of staff members, residents, volunteers, donors and community partners.
Kate Jackson
Acting Executive Director
Kate is a Chartered Professional Accountant, who joined Cornerstone with over 20 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, long-term and short-term forecasting and budget creation. Kate brings expertise in the development and implementation of financial policies and strategic decision-making and has led the key strategic processes to monitor the financial health, risk management and goal progression of an organization. Kate is committed and honored to support Cornerstone’s mission to provide safe affordable housing and emergency shelter to vulnerable women in Ottawa.
Martine Dore
Director of Programs and Services
Martine Dore is the Director of Programs and Services at Cornerstone Housing for Women.
Shannon Miller
Director of Shelter Operations
Shannon Miller has been working in the social services sector for well over 20 years. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Carleton University and a Social Services Worker Diploma from Algonquin College. Knowing her passion was directing her to the human services field she started her career as a frontline worker with youth, as well as supporting individuals in a local Ottawa drop-in centre. Shannon has been a dedicated employee of Cornerstone Housing for Women for the last 24 years. Shannon’s time with Cornerstone has seen her move from the frontlines at the Emergency Women’s Shelter to individual Case Management and Housing support, to the Director of Shelter Operations. She oversees the daily operations of the busy Cornerstone Emergency Women’s Shelter and is responsible for a team of more than 25 dedicated frontline staff, case managers and managers. When Shannon is not at work she is a busy Mom to three teenagers and two fluffy fur babies.
Kate McCord
Director of Human Resources
Kate McCord joined Cornerstone in November 2019. She has over 8 years of progressive experience in human resources, specializing in labour relations, talent management, policy and organizational development. Kate takes the lead on Cornerstone’s strategic HR initiatives and implementing creative frameworks for talent acquisition and retention. Kate holds her Certified Human Resources Profession (CHRP) designation. In her spare time, Kate is an avid long-distance runner and reader.
Emily Larocque
Director of Organizational Development
Emily Larocque is the Director of Organizational Development at Cornerstone Housing for Women.
Amber Bramer (on leave)
Director of Development and Communications
Amber joins Cornerstone with over 5 years of expertise in donor relations, strategic communications, and advocacy. Amber has held various roles in development, communications, research, and program management in organizations such as Cornerstone Housing for Women, Shepherds of Good Hope, and Centretown Community Health Centre. With a background in political management and sociology, Amber has contributed to policy analysis, fundraising, and community outreach initiatives. Amber's experience also includes working with youth programs at YWCA Hamilton and as a Recruitment and Liaison Officer at Brock University. Throughout her career, Amber has demonstrated strong skills in communication, program development, and crisis management.
In Amber's absence, please contact donate@cornerstonewomen.ca for all inquiries related to fundraising.
