Tim Ropchan

Executive Director

About Me: I come from a background of over 10 years of supervisory/management experience in a variety of sectors. I previously worked in Australia for several years under a national program to support individuals with complex, acquired brain injuries and disabilities. I have a strong passion for health and wellness and to create sustainable, quality programs that serve the needs of our community.

Fun Fact: I am a competitive OCR athlete and ultra-runner. I can also juggle FIRE!

Caroline Taylor

Administrative Assistant

About me:  Immigrated to Canada in October 2022 from South Africa.

Fun fact:  I can recite the alphabet backwards

Nicole Hoodicoff

Family Support Services Coordinator

About Me: I have worked with Childhood Connections for 6 years in various programs such as Child Care Resource &  Referral and Family Resource Program. My previous roles in the community included Supportive Childcare, Behavioural Interventionist and Early Childhood Educator.

Fun Fact: I am famous for my impeccable air guitar impressions to any Bon Jovi songs!

Katie Ranchoux

Community Program Consultant

Karli Sanderson

Drop-in Child Care Manager

About Me: I have over 15 years of customer service and management experience in both hospitality and insurance industries. I switched gears and opened my RLNR day home in 2019, a year after my son was born and became a caring, enthusiastic childcare provider. I started as the Childcare Services Manager in early 2023 and I am continuously expanding my knowledge to ensure that I can provide the highest quality childcare and be the best manager my team has ever had!

Fun Fact: I paid off my student loans by working in the oil fields of Fort McMurry running heavy machinery such as Rock Truck, Packer and Bull Dozer.

Amreet Grewal

Childcare Programs Lead Educator

About Me: Completed Bachelor of Education degree from U of A

Fun Fact: Enjoys going for hikes

Danica Guinto

Drop-in Child Care Educator Assistant

About Me: Currently studying to obtain my full ECE certificate.

Fun Fact: I love volleyball. I can play volleyball everyday 😊