Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) proudly recognizes its long-serving staff members. At this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), CNH staff and contractors who have reached the milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years of service and dedication to the neighbourhood house were thanked by the Board of Directors.
This year, we recognize and celebrate Lucinda Donaldson of Gym Sense Gymnastics for over 25 years of service.
Lucinda’s love for gymnastics began as a child, after watching the Olympics and quickly discovering it was her dream sport. Even after challenges in her youth, she found a new passion for coaching — and that passion eventually brought her here to CNH.
Back in 1999, Lucinda started with just four classes of gymnastics over two days a week through our recreation programs. Today, she leads seven classes across three days, with the same energy and excitement as when she began. What stands out most to her supervisor, having worked with her for 10 years, is that spark — she still lights up at the start of each new gymnastics season.
When asked why she has stayed so long, Lucinda said it’s because CNH feels like home. Her best memories are seeing children grow and return year after year, some now young adults, carrying with them the confidence she helped build.
On behalf of CNH, thank you, Lucinda, for 25 years of dedication and passion. You’ve touched countless lives, and we’re so grateful you’re part of our community.
