Staff
MICHELLE RAPOSO
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Program Manager
Michelle has been with CARE Jeunesse for over four years now, holding different roles along the way. Now, as our Program Manager and an alumni of care, she brings both professional experience and personal insight to her work.
Michelle holds two bachelor’s degrees from Concordia University in Women’s Studies and Interdisciplinary Sexuality Studies, and has a professional background in Human Resources. She is dedicated to creating safe spaces where youth from care feel seen, heard, and supported.
MICHELLE RAPOSO
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Program Manager
SHARI GRANILLO
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Finance & Administration Manager
Shari joined CARE Jeunesse in March 2025. Holding a university degree in Business & Administration and Project Management from McGill, Shari first built nearly a decade of experience in the corporate world before transitioning her career to the community sector.
Deeply committed to social causes, Shari is honored to embrace this new challenge with CARE Jeunesse and to serve as a trusted resource and support for her colleagues.
BIANCA FABRIZIO
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Outreach & Services Coordinator
Bianca is deeply committed to supporting former youth in care because she has lived the experience herself. Having left care, she understands the unique challenges of transitioning to adulthood without traditional support systems.
Currently studying social work, Bianca has a deep passion for helping young people in care which will allow her to acquire the skills necessary to support them effectively by drawing on her personal experience and professional commitment.
Her mission is to create a strong, supportive community where young people in care & aging care can access the tools, knowledge and encouragement they need.
JANIS TAILLY-DION
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Special Projects Coordinator
As a former youth in care, Janis developed a strong sense of adaptability and empathy, which allows her to truly understand what CARE Jeunesse members may be going through.
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She joined CARE Jeunesse in 2018 as a participant and gradually became involved in various committees—related or not to youth protection. Her growing involvement naturally led her to her current role as Advocacy Coordinator, where she is committed to representing youth, promoting available programs, and building bridges between young people and the resources they deserve.
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Janis holds a degree in Business Administration and is the co-author of a children’s book, reflecting her passion for projects that support and empower youth.
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Outside of work, she loves dancing, traveling, and everything about wellness.
Board Members
ANICK CHARLAND
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President
Anick comes to CARE Jeunesse after a fulfilling career in cybersecurity. Herself an alumni of care, Anick now invests her time advocating for the rights and well-being of youth aging out of care. She is committed to ensuring that youth be provided with the services and support that they need to pursue their dreams as they prepare their transition to adulthood.
An avid traveler, she has backpacked solo around the world. Her current passion is exploring North America in her minivan.
ADELLA ROSE
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Treasurer
Having aged out of the system independently at eighteen, Adella is deeply committed to supporting youth facing similar experiences.
After earning a diploma in 2013, Adella launched her own firm, AR TAX PREP, with a mission to help individuals and small businesses gain confidence and understanding in managing their finances.
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As a board member with CARE Jeunesse, she strives to make financial education accessible to everyone, drawing on her expertise in the tax and accounting industry.
Outside of her work, Adella loves to travel, read, and spend time with her family and loved ones.
KERRY-ANN CARTY
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Board Member
Proud to be an Educator for over 25 years, Kerry-Ann has spent the last 17 years working with young people transitioning out of care and with those who have transitioned out of care. Kerry-Ann Enjoys painting, travelling and spending time with family and friends and has a special love for musicals and comedy shows.
VARDA MANN-FEDER
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Board Member
Varda is a Professor in the Department of Applied Human Sciences at Concordia University where she teaches Youth Work and Counselling. She worked for more than 30 years as a psychologist in the care system in Montreal and her research documents the experiences of youth aging out Quebec.
Varda started out as an “adult ally” to CARE when the organization first began, and is honored to now serve as our Board President. Varda loves attending CARE events and sculpts and reads novels in her spare time.
ELAINE LARIVIÉRE
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Board Member
Elaine 's commitment to CARE Jeunesse's mandate stems from both personal and professional involvement in advocating for, and giving a voice to youth in care. Having worked in various capacities within the Protection system for over 25 years and having had the privilege to raise a foster child,
Elaine is passionate about the need to walk alongside and assist youth transitioning into adulthood. Elaine enjoys spending time in nature and with family and friends.
DAVID ANDRELLI
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Secretary
David is dedicated to supporting youth as they transition from care to independent adulthood. A graduate of Concordia University with a B.A. in Joint Specialization in English and History, David has long been engaged in community service, including volunteering with Le Club des petits déjeuners and the Fraser-Hickson Institute’s minibiblioPLUS. After 14 years with Apple, David transitioned into the field of philanthropy in January 2022.
Currently a consultant in major gifts and corporate partnerships with the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation, he is also a Member of AFP Quebec’s membership committee. David brings expertise in operational excellence and strategic planning, combined with a deep passion for teamwork, inclusivity and empowering others.