OUR PROJECTS
POAO has been dedicated to offering professional development opportunities and providing its members and the public with education and learning related to our profession and wellness. Here are some of the projects we have worked on.
OUR BOARD
The Board is a dedicated and passionate group of Probation Officers who are responsible for all functions of the Association, including policy administration, public and professional relations, financial management, educational program planning and support of colleagues across the province.
Chris Podolinsky
President
Gareth Williams
Vice-President
Maeghan Gapp
Secretary
Provincial Executive Board:
President – Chris Podolinsky
Vice President – Gareth Williams
Secretary – Maeghan Gapp
Directors:
Adult Policy Director – Kathy Obszanski
Youth Policy Director – Karen Tinning
Membership Director – Sarah Bellhouse
Training and Events Director – Shonna Smith
Media Director – Mary Ayoub
Membership Outreach Director – Amy Zambuto
Special Project Director – Patricia Giroux
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Article: Raising awareness and protecting victims of human trafficking
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