St. Patrick’s Home of Ottawa abides by a vision to provide residents with the highest quality of care, within a welcoming home, where everyone feels supported and cared for.
The Foundation is honoured to work alongside the Home, and with the community to support this vision.
Our Team
Courtney Rock
Executive Director
Courtney Rock is a dedicated fundraising professional with more than a decade of experience working alongside senior organizations in the Ottawa area. Throughout her career, she has been driven by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for older adults and ensuring their voices are heard and valued.
Known for her ability to connect people to causes that matter, Courtney uses storytelling as a powerful tool to build community, inspire generosity, and bring attention to the experiences of seniors and those who care for them.
Outside professional work, Courtney enjoys pottery, travelling, and making homemade preserves…
(613) 731-0094 ext 350
courtneyrock@stpats.ca
Gina Nelson
Marketing and Events Officer
Born and raised in Ottawa with a proud Hungarian background, Gina grew up dancing competitively in various styles including Irish and Latin/Ballroom. After spending three years in Toronto where she worked in events, public relations and sports and entertainment, Gina is happy to be diving back into the charitable sector in her hometown. With a passion for storytelling, people and community, St. Pat’s makes for the perfect place for her. In her spare time you will find Gina learning Portuguese, attending concerts, exploring and reading up on Madeira and enjoying creative writing.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors provides the highest quality of governance, guidance and direction and its members serve as ambassadors for the tremendous care provided to the seniors of St. Patrick’s Home of Ottawa.
Trevor Johnson, Chair
As a retired aviation executive, and now as a small business owner, Trevor Johnson became involved with St Patrick’s Home of Ottawa Foundation because he wanted to give back to a Home that reminded him of the Home in Winnipeg where his Mom spent her final days. The opportunity to give back, pay tribute to my Mom, raise money to support priority programs at St. Pat’s and make a difference to residents’ care and their daily life is what motivates him as the new Chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Mark Lalonde, Director
Mark has 30 years of financial services and investment experience. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Senior Portfolio Manager at TD Wealth Private Investment Counsel. Mark is actively focused on providing comprehensive wealth management solutions to individuals and families, estates & trusts, charitable and business organizations. Mark has a thorough understanding of investment management, estate and financial planning.
He is a current member and Past-President of the Ottawa CFA Society. Mark is also the past Chair of the Board for the local charity Children at Risk. In his spare time, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and two children as well as playing pickleball, volleyball, cycling and skiing.
Elyse Gauntsmith, Director
Elyse is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Prior to her current employment at BMO Nesbitt Burns as an Investment Associate, Elyse worked as a Manager at Ernst & Young (EY). More recently, Elyse has pursued her Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, having completed level 2 in 2023.
Outside of work, Elyse is most passionate about staying active, traveling, and reading. Despite a busy schedule, Elyse will always find time to prioritize a workout class and will never miss her book club meetings. Elyse strives to visit at least one new country a year, with her favourites to-date being Switzerland and Montenegro.
Jackson McCully, Director
Jackson is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Senior Tax Professional at Telesat. Before joining Telesat, Jackson was a member of Baker Tilly Ottawa LLP’s tax team. He has practiced in an array of areas, including personal, corporate and trust taxation, having also completed the In-Depth Tax Program in 2026. He is a current member of the finance committee and believes in life-long learning, community involvement, and quality care.
Outside of tax, Jackson enjoys spending time with his wife and family family playing volleyball, basketball, and tabletop games.
Katherine Abbott, Director
Katherine Abbott is a public servant currently working at Transport Canada as the Director of Strategic Planning and Integration. Katherine has been recognized for her project delivery and organizational skills.
Katherine has more than 25 years experience with the Government of Canada having worked in numerous, diverse roles and positions at Infrastructure Canada, Industry Canada, and Agriculture Canada.
In her spare time, Katherine enjoys culinary pursuits, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family. She also serves as a volunteer with Girl Guides of Canada.
Katherine holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (Hons.) and a Master of Arts degree in Public Policy and Administration.
Katherine is looking forward to contributing to the fund-raising efforts of foundation to better support the residents at St Patrick’s Home of Ottawa.
Lorne Wilkson, Director
Lorne has been involved in health care for over 40 years with experience in finance, planning, operations, and administration. Moving frequently over the course of his career he has lived in many cities across the country from the east to the west coasts. Along the way he became a member of the Canadian College of Health Leaders and through the assistance of St. Pat’s allowing him to do one of the program’s practicums, he completed a Bachelor of Social Work.
A believer in being involved with the community, he helps the Nepean Minor Hockey Association and the West Barrhaven Community Association. A volunteer for several years with St. Pat’s he has taken on this new role to continue to support its mission
If you are interested in supporting St. Patrick’s Home Foundation, joining a committee or the Board of Directors, please contact us at foundation@stpats.ca.
Address
St. Patrick’s Home of Ottawa Foundation
2865 Riverside Drive
Ottawa Ontario K1V 8N5
Charitable Registration #88897 0399 RR0001