About Relay

About Relay

A Canadian charity delivering high quality programming about renewable energy, conservation, climate change and green careers across the world.

Relay delivers renewable energy and environmental education and training programs in classrooms and communities. Relay is creating change for a better future and fostering the next generation of global green leaders.

Our Mission

Educate, inspire and assist individuals and communities in building a 100% renewable energy future.

Our Vision

A healthy, prosperous planet led by informed people and powered by renewable energy sources.

We Value

  • Sparking interest, innovation and creative problem-solving
  • Diversity in perspectives and participation
  • Environmental stewardship and climate change mitigation
  • Hands-on learning and teaching
  • Collaborative partnerships and co-learning for program design and delivery
  • Celebrating successes; and
  • Having fun while making a positive impact!

Annual Reports

Find out more about what Relay does and how we do it with the help of supporters and funders. Available below is the latest annual report and previous year reports from Relay Education which include audited financials.

Relay Annual Report 2023Annual Report 2022Relay-AnnualReport-2021-FINAL Relay Annual Report 2019 Relay Annual Report 2018

Wesley Normington

  • Executive Director
Wesley is the Executive Director of Relay and is responsible for the organization's management, strategic leadership and partnership development. He enjoys reinforcing numerous Canadian stereotypes such as camping, playing hockey, snowboarding and making butter tarts.

Rebecca Swanson

  • Operations Director
Rebecca manages operations nationally, focused on ensuring the success of the Relay team. Additionally, she directly manages employees and programs in Western Canada. She has a background in business and program development, with a Bachelor of Commerce. Based in Canmore, Rebecca loves any activities that involve mountains, music, bikes, or skis.

Kelly Park

  • Communications Manager
Kelly leads the communications strategy for the charity to support our fundraising and programming activities, she engages with our online communities and is the in-house graphic designer, and photographer. Her personal interests include ultimate frisbee, travel, interior design and hiking with her rescue pup.

Abasi Sanders

  • Youth Programs Manager
Abasi manages our Classroom and Field Trip Programs, oversees our facilitators and develops and delivers our curriculum content. Originally from Michigan, US Abasi has worked in education in various capacities for more than 10 years in North America.

Andrew Cahill

  • Green Careers Program Manager
Andrew manages the Green Careers Program, including the Green Skills Academy, for youth across Canada. He has an Honours Science degree from the University of Waterloo. Andrew wants to advance the understanding of renewable energy and connect people to green careers. Andrew enjoys reading, traveling and woodland walks with his family.

Amanda Stanger-Soulliere

  • Indigenous Programs Manager
Amanda is our Indigenous Programs Manager and works in the Manitoulin Island/Sudbury region. She also delivers our elementary programs as a Workshop Facilitator in this area. Amanda has two Masters degrees in Environmental Sciences and Outdoor Education from York University. Amanda is First Nations from Timiskaming and she loves the outdoors.

Gemma Romano

  • Southwestern Ontario and Indigenous Programs Manager
Gemma manages our school programs in Southwestern Ontario and coordinates and delivers projects with Indigenous partners across Ontario. She is an Ontario Certified teacher and has a Master of Environmental Education in Sustainable Happiness. She is passionate about creating authentic experiences when sharing her passion for sustainability.

Aidan Dahlin Nolan

  • Development Officer
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Aidan leads our fundraising efforts to ensure that the charity’s programming can be delivered in classrooms and communities across the country. He has a passion for community organizing, and also loves camping, canoeing, and pollinator friendly gardening.

Victoria Dickinson

  • Alberta Coordinator
Victoria has a BHPE with a focus in Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership from Mount Royal University. She is based in Calgary, with a focus on Southern Alberta. Victoria has years of experience working with students with a heavy emphasis on the environment and the outdoors. She enjoys traveling and getting outdoors.

Dwight Peigan

  • Saskatchewan and Territories Coordinator
Dwight is our Saskatchewan Coordinator and Facilitator, based out of Regina. He has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and shares our passion for the natural world. Dwight is from the Pasqua First Nation and grew up in the Qu’Appelle Valley, where he enjoys spending time on the land and on the water.

Allison Bradbeer

  • Toronto Area Coordinator
Allison has her BA in geography and is an OCT with extensive experience in outdoor and environmental education. She has worked with students of all ages and background and is a strong believer in authentic, hands-on learning. Allison is very passionate about wildlife and especially loves owls and foxes.

Caroline Johnson

  • Ottawa Coordinator, Renewable Energy Education
Caroline is a bilingual workshop facilitator and coordinator based in the Ottawa area. Caroline has a background in both science and education, having completed her undergraduate degree in biology at Nipissing University, and her education degree at Queen’s University. She brings her passion for science and a love of learning to the Relay team.

Zeynep Gencer

  • Summer Programming Coordinator
Zeynep is the summer programming coordinator and delivers programs across Ontario. She is completing her degree in Environmental Governance at the University of Guelph. She is originally from Turkey and loves to travel and get to learn new perspectives. Zeynep loves spending time in nature and all sorts of creative hobbies.

Ryan Gander

  • BC Workshop Facilitator
Ryan is the B.C Workshop Facilitator based in Vancouver. Ryan holds a BA in Communications from SFU, and has previous outreach and facilitator experience. Ryan enjoys hiking, sea kayaking, camping and playing electric guitar. As a Cub Scout leader he gets kids out into the wilds of nature to appreciate and learn from the great outdoors.

Sonja Teichert

  • Southwestern Ontario Workshop Facilitator
Sonja is the SW Ontario Facilitator based in Waterloo. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Biology and has over 10 years of experience teaching young adults. She is passionate about relationship building, supporting social good, and promoting sustainable, connected, and healthy communities. Sonja loves Latin dance, billiards, and the beach.

Carolina Rodriguez

  • Toronto Workshop Facilitator
Carolina is a workshop facilitator for the GTA. She has a bachelor's degree in Environmental Governance from the University of Guelph. She is a passionate Climate Justice advocate and believes in the importance of optimism and community building. Carolina is bilingual and is originally from Mexico City, Mexico. She loves to cook, hike and cycle.

Emily Dodge

  • Eastern Canada Workshop Facilitator
Emily is the workshop facilitator and coordinator for Eastern Canada. She is based in Nova Scotia. Emily has a Master’s in Ecological Leadership and Education. She has developed and taught environmental programs for organizations across North America. Emily enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, hiking and reading.

Nidia Serrano

  • Workshop Facilitator, Mexico
Nidia is an urbanist based in Guadalajara, Mexico, focused on social impact, education, and community development. She manages our programs in Mexico, delivers workshops, writes grants, and designs cultural programs. Passionate about trail running, she goes to nature to stay grounded.

Board Members

Eitan Dehtiar

Eitan is an independent consultant involved in supporting various development and logistics projects across Canada and abroad. As an interim senior executive, he has guided various organizations through periods of restructuring and change. Eitan holds an MBA from Queen’s University, and a CPA, CMA designation.

Pam Bastedo

  • Secretary
Pam is a passionate fundraiser with over 5 years experience working at the local, national and international level.

Adam Beaumont

Adam is the Vice President of Finance for Northland Power Inc., one of Canada’s leading independent power producers that operates & develops clean & green energy projects in Canada, US, Asia, Latin America and Europe.

Scott Snowden

  • Chair
As Partner at Flywheel Strategic, Scott is a seasoned strategist with a strong background in digital innovation and business growth, specializing in achieving sustainable and meaningful success. Passionate about exploration and tackling challenges, Scott thrives on fostering creative and bold initiatives in both professional and personal pursuits.

Danny Deleary

bio to come

Chris Senior

Chris is a designated CPA, CMA with many years of experience in professional services, most recently in the travel industry. Through his career Chris has worked at large and small companies and filled various roles from Finance to Operations, taking a forward looking, strategic view of the organization.

Audrey Mocle

Audrey is the Deputy Director of Open MIC (Open Media and Information Companies Initiative). She is a lawyer and former consultant who has advised leading global businesses, international organizations, and civil society groups on all aspects of human rights governance.