Nicki Ward
President, Sector Delegate, Staff Liaison
Nicki Ward is a long-term local advocate, with extensive governance experience at Federal, Provincial and Municipal levels. She has 30+ years of board experience in both Public and Private sectors.
Locally, she has served as a director of The 519, The Church Wellesley BIA, The Church Wellesley Neighborhood Association, Pride Advisory Panel, Trans Woman’s Association and numerous LGBT, Disability and Community based organizations. Nicki also has direct experience with local housing, municipal affairs and negotiating with developers for community benefits.
In the past year as a member of the Board and Executive Committee of City Park, she has been part of the successful negotiating team to secure our end of mortgage rights with the City of Toronto and the Land Trust. Additionally, Ms Ward arranged for the replacement of inefficient end-of-life appliances owned by the Co Op. This has been negotiated at no charge. This initiative has already saved well over half a million dollars for our Co-op.
Zvika Weidenfeld
Director
Zvika has been a dedicated member of City Park since 2014. With a rich background in design, retail, and consulting, he has brought a wealth of experience and a passion for community service to his role. After navigating the challenges of the pandemic and reaching a milestone birthday, Zvika chose to focus on giving back to the community. He graduated from the “Community Engagement, Development, and Leadership” program at TMU and is actively involved in working with ASOs in the city. His efforts are primarily focused on raising awareness and developing programs that address the challenges of aging with HIV and combating the stigma surrounding HIV and ageism. As a board member, Zvika is committed to ensuring the smooth operations of City Park and enhancing the quality of life for all its residents.
Richard Lumb
Director, Liaison to Centre Lawn project
email : cityparklumb@yahoo.com
Richard has lived at City Park for 10 years and in the neighbourhood for 36 years. He is proud to live at City Park, but realizes that we face many challenges. As a board member he will work to ensure we all have a well maintained and affordable place to call home. Richard is semi-retired and works part-time at the LCBO as a wine consultant.
Achira Saad
Director
I have been member of City Park for over 30 years. Being an active member in my co-op is important to me. During this time, I have contributed to Committees, Special Projects and the Board of Directors. Currently I am a member of the Member Selection Committee and for many years have held the positions of Chair and Vice chair. I am also an active member of the Aging in Place Committee where I oversee the Arts and Crafts Programs. For many years I have planned and organized the City Park Volunteer Dinner. Helping to plan and implement the annual election process for City Park is another role that I do. Being on the Board of Directors is another way I have contributed. I have held various positions including Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Corporate Secretary. These roles provided me the opportunity to contribute to my home, City Park as well as learning skills that I can now bring to the Board. I believe City Park is the best place to live and because I feel this way I would like to bring my experience and skills to the Board of Directors.
I have lived in all three buildings of the complex and am very aware of the beauty and the needs of our community. I have served on several Boards in the past and enjoy it immensely: It is a privilege and a pleasure.
I moved into City Park in 1990 and continue to love it here. I care about it. I also work full time in a social service setting. I have a lot of experience in Housing and Community work.
I have a compassionate heart with a good measure of common sense.