The Clubs voluntary Board provides leadership and vision to the Club. The Board concerns itself with policy, directions, decisions, financial planning and stewardship and assigns the responsibilities for implementation and management to the Executive Director.
BGC Kawarthas Board
| Past President | John Hagarty |
| President | Dianna Scates |
| Treasurer | Michelle Finley |
| Vice President | Brandon Clarkson |
| Director | Catherine Miller |
| Director | Lynda Craven |
| Director | Steve Green |
| Secretary | Wayne Brakeboer |
| Director | Brad Waller |
| Director | Meghan Buckley |
| Director | Liam MacLeod |
Dianna Scates, President
Dianna Scates joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in June 2022, previously Dianna had been a member of the BGC Kawarthas Foundation Board since April 2008 where she served as President, Vice President and Past-President of the Board, in addition to participating on the Service Quality, Executive and Investment Committees.
Dianna recently retired as Superintendent of Employee Services with the Trillium Lakelands District School Board. Dianna is also on the Executive for the Kawartha Lakes Concert Band.
Brandon Clarkson, Vice President
Brandon Clarkson joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in January 2021 and currently serves as the Chair of the Service Quality Committee. Additionally, he has recently taken on the role of Secretary of the Board. His journey with the Club began in 2009, shortly after settling in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Over the years, as a former employee, he contributed to various departments, delivering programs and services to children, youth, and families across the City.
His time at the Club ignited a passion for recreation and its profound impact on communities, inspiring him to pursue formal education in the field. Brandon earned his Recreation and Leisure Studies Diploma from Fleming College and his Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Services from Brock University.
Brandon now works for the City of Kawartha Lakes as Customer Service Lead, keeping his connection to the City of Kawartha Lakes strong. It’s where he’s raising his young family and where his passion for community involvement thrives. Serving on the BGC Kawarthas board allows Brandon to continue his meaningful contribution to the community, supporting the children, youth, and families who benefit from our programs and services.
Michelle Finley, Treasurer
Michelle Finley joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in July 2017 and has been an active member since 2014. Michelle currently acts as Club Board Treasurer and previously served as Secretary of the Board in addition to participating on the Risk Management and Executive Committees.
Michelle has managed the Lindsay branch of Kawartha Credit Union for the past 6 years and previous to this spent 10 years with CIBC in both advisory as well as management positions.
Wayne Brakeboer, Secretary
Wayne Brakeboer joined the BGC Kawarthas of Directors in June 2024. He worked at Royal Bank for over 38 years in a number of leadership roles, in a number of communities in Ontario. This allowed him many opportunities to work with a variety of not for profit and charitable groups in various capacities including board and executive roles. Wayne enjoys the ability to make a contribution to the community he lives in and has learned that serving people is the most rewarding endeavor one can undertake. Married to Laurie, father of 3 boys and now grandparent of 6 grandchildren, has reinforced the idea that it takes a community to raise a child.
John Hagarty, Past President
John Hagarty joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in January 2021. John is retired Police Chief KLPS, M.O.M. (Member of the Order of Merit). John started his policing career with the Stratford Police Service in 1983. In 2005, John left Stratford as a Deputy Chief to become the Chief of the City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service. He retired in 2018 after 35 years of policing service. In June 2019 he became the Executive Director for Victim Services of Kawartha Haliburton and will retire from that position in 2026.
Catherine Miller, Director
Catherine Miller joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in March 2018. Catherine currently holds the position of President of the Board in addition to participating on the Risk Management, Service Quality and Executive Committees. Catherine retired from a 33 year career with the Ministry of Children & Youth Services and the Ministry of Community & Social Services. Her role included community development, management of contracts with non-profit agencies and providing oversight to a broad system of human services that supports children, youth and families.
Meghan Buckley, Director
Meghan Buckley joined the BGC Kawarthas of Directors in June 2024. Meghan and her family have resided and contributed to the Kawartha Lakes community for many generations. She had the opportunity to participate in various club programs that were offered 30+ years ago, and describes the club as being a supportive organization that positively impacted her growth from a child to adulthood. Meghan has been a first responder for 20 years and is an advocate for mental health awareness. She has implemented numerous mental health, peer support, and youth diversion programs within her organization. She has also been a volunteer with multiple organizations including; Community Care COPE, Girls Incorporated Inc. and Schizophrenic Society of Ontario.
Meghan has her own large family, who currently attend the club for multiple after school activities and camps. She is excited for the opportunity to give back to children and youth in her community as a Board Member, as she believes she would not be as successful as she is today if it was not for the support of the club when she was a child.
Lynda Craven, Director
Lynda Craven joined the BGC Kawarthas of Directors in June 2019 and participates as a member of the Service Quality Committee. Lynda moved to the area from southwestern Ontario from her family farm and has a daughter who’s finishing up her University degree. They lived in Lindsay for over twenty years before moving to the Peterborough area where she now calls home. Lynda’s work keeps her close by, selling in the medical industry allows her to be active and aware of what’s happening in the community of Kawartha Lakes.
She is a past board member of The Lindsay Kids of Steel, local equine 4H and school counsel member.
Lynda is looking forward to learning more of what great things happen here at BGC Club, as we grow into Peterborough.
Steve Green, Director
Steve Green joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in June 2019 and serves as a member of the Service Quality Committee. Steve was a member of the Club under Ron Kennedy’s dream from 1969 to 1971, to this day it is one of the most memorable experiences he was involved in and now with some free time Steve wants to give back to the community and BGC Kawarthas was a perfect fit.
Steve grew up right here in Lindsay. Having owned, operated, cooked for, and made famous, the Durham Cafe for 25 years; Steve was interested in mastering something new. In 2015 Steve joined Stewart Morrison Insurance, successfully completed his RIBO license winning the Don Lambie award for receiving the highest mark in Ontario for that year! Steve continues to give back to his community as Vice Chair of the Kawartha-Haliburton Victim Services, Media Relations for The Lindsay & District Toastmasters Club and is a Board Member of the Kawartha Haliburton Crime Stoppers. Steve often volunteers his chef’s talent at fundraisers such as Fightin’ Fillies, and coaching little league sports.
Brad Waller, Director
Brad Waller joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in June 2023.
Brad was born in Montreal, grew up in Oshawa, and moved to the Kawarthas eighteen years ago with his wife Amy to raise their family outside of the 905-area code. He previously worked as a Manager of IT at The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group for 10 years. Outside of work, Brad enjoys spending time outdoors with their dogs, Lola and Ash, and exploring the region’s hiking trails. Indoors, he can often be found cooking, baking, or experimenting with homemade hot sauces.
Brad is proud to be part of BGC Kawarthas and looks forward to contributing to its continued growth and future success.
Liam MacLeod, Director
Dr. Liam MacLeod joined the BGC Kawarthas Board of Directors in June 2023. Dr. Liam MacLeod, DC is a chiropractor and healthcare entrepreneur with a focus on multidisciplinary care delivery and healthcare operations. He practices in Lindsay, Ontario and is involved in the development and management of integrated health clinics.
Dr. MacLeod supports the organization’s mission to provide safe, supportive environments where children and youth can learn, grow, and thrive.
Dr. MacLeod brings experience in business planning, financial oversight, and organizational development, along with a strong commitment to community health and youth wellbeing.