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My passion in life has always been to help others. This passion prompted me to move to Canada many years ago to make a better life for my daughters and myself. It guided me as a non-profit professional, small business owner, union mediator and community advocate. Now, it motivates me as a Toronto City Council candidate for Ward 45, Scarborough-Rouge River.
For over 20 years, I worked in the non-profit sector as an advocate for women’s health and female empowerment. One of my most successful initiatives was the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation “Paint Your School Pink” program which raises breast cancer awareness and funds in more than 200 schools across Ontario. To date the program has raised over $[XXX] million dollars. My work and its results give you a glimpse of the type of councilor I would be – engaged with the community, focused on the outcome and determined to make positive changes happen. One of the reasons, I love living in Ward 45 are the families. Our families come from every cultural background imaginable and give our communities a rich cultural mosaic. Our families, however, also face unique challenges such as unemployment or underemployment, lengthy TTC commute times, unaffordable housing and unavailable daycare. I’m running to put families back on the agenda at City Hall. Join me and together we can make change happen. Remember, strong families make strong communities! 
Cheryl Lewis-Thurab
Toronto City Council Candidate for Ward 45, Scarborough-Rouge River |
So, who is Cheryl?
She is a leader who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. Whether working in the community, or taking care of family, she puts in 100% effort - every time.
On the personal side she is a mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, trusted confidante and your neighbour next door.
On the professional side she is an experienced Public Speaker, Empowerment Coach, Facilitator and Community Advocate with over 20 years experience in the non-profit sector. Prior to working in non-profit, she worked in Telecommunications.
Cheryl is a longtime resident of Scarborough Rouge-River *(formerly part of Ward 44). She enjoys being a voice for change in our community. Whether it’s fighting hunger and homelessness through her work as a former Fundraising Manager with United Way, leading a team of senior volunteers as the Liaison Officer for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF), CIBC Run for the Cure, or speaking about the risks of breast cancer at schools or community events across Ontario, her goal is always the same - to make this world a better place. She was responsible for initiating the CBCF Paint Your School Pink fundraising program which provided leadership and community engagement opportunities for students across Ontario. She is a relationship builder who is always keen to lend a helping hand.
On the personal side she is a mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, trusted confidante and your neighbour next door.
On the professional side she is an experienced Public Speaker, Empowerment Coach, Facilitator and Community Advocate with over 20 years experience in the non-profit sector. Prior to working in non-profit, she worked in Telecommunications.
Cheryl is a longtime resident of Scarborough Rouge-River *(formerly part of Ward 44). She enjoys being a voice for change in our community. Whether it’s fighting hunger and homelessness through her work as a former Fundraising Manager with United Way, leading a team of senior volunteers as the Liaison Officer for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF), CIBC Run for the Cure, or speaking about the risks of breast cancer at schools or community events across Ontario, her goal is always the same - to make this world a better place. She was responsible for initiating the CBCF Paint Your School Pink fundraising program which provided leadership and community engagement opportunities for students across Ontario. She is a relationship builder who is always keen to lend a helping hand.
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She is committed to building a strong community.
- She is engaged with various transit groups to bring attention and keep residents updated on what is taking place with our transit system.
- While at United Way Toronto she served as the Union Representative and Respect in the Workplace Policy Advisor, where she mediated conflicts between staff and management. She also served as Co-Chair of the United Way Employee Fundraising Campaign.
- During her time with Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, she served as a Fire Warden and member of the Joint Health and Safety committee.
- Over the years she’s sat on several other boards and committees, including Touchstone Youth Centre, Toronto Community Housing Youth and Tenant Committees, Toronto Caribbean Carnival and SwizzleStick Theatre.
And she has a long history of volunteerism.
One where residents don’t have to worry about the long commute to good paying jobs, the safety of their families, or the cost of childcare for their young ones. She believes in a just and equitable society that is diverse and inclusive of every individual regardless of race, gender, religion, or social status.She strongly believes that similar to our city, our representatives should reflect this diversity. In 2017 she ran for Interim City Councillor in what was previously Ward 44, Scarborough East *(Now Ward 47). Cheryl knows that our community needs a strong and progressive voice working for us at City Hall and she would like to be that voice.
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