Bandology was established as a social enterprise in January 2017 and transitioned to a federally registered non-profit in August 2018.
Bandology was established as a social enterprise in January 2017 and transitioned to a federally registered non-profit in August 2018.
Tracey Durand (she/her) is a business lawyer who has worked with clients across various industries for over 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Western University and a Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School, York University. She was a proud band member during her high school years and a strong supporter of music and arts education for children. Her past non-profit work includes serving as Executive Director and Board Member of the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation in Canada. As a mother to two budding artists, one a former Play A Gig performer, Tracey understands the importance of the arts.
Tracey joined the board of directors in December 2020, serves as Chair of the board, and can be reached at tracey@bandology.ca.
Tracey Ehl (she/her) is an environmental planner, facilitator and entrepreneur who has worked collaboratively with communities locally and internationally to achieve their goals. Music, especially by Canadian artists, fuels her days. Tracey is a lifelong learner and recently finished her PhD, which centred on understanding how people in Ontario are connected to water, with focus on water sustainability, ecopsychology and transformative learning. Tracey is happy to support innovative music learning for all.
Tracey joined the board of directors in March 2023, serves as Treasurer of the board and can be reached at tracey.ehl@bandology.ca.
Débora Abreu is a Brazilian-Canadian vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and educator with over 20 years of experience in performance and teaching. Passionate about creativity and community, she brings a holistic and inclusive approach to music education. Starting piano at age three, Débora has studied guitar, flute, drums and voice, blending classical technique with contemporary styles. She holds a degree in Speech-Language Pathology, deepening her understanding of vocal health and expressive communication. Since 2002, Débora has taught voice and music to students of all ages, both privately and in schools across the Greater Toronto and Kitchener-Waterloo regions. Through her studio, Voice and Music, she helps students find confidence and joy in their own sound. In 2015, she released her debut album Do Meu Jeito, featuring original compositions rooted in Brazilian rhythms and personal storytelling. Débora is currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Therapy at Wilfrid Laurier University, which allows her to combine her expertise in voice, education and wellness. As a member of Bandology’s Board of Directors, she is committed to supporting youth creativity and advocating for accessible, diverse and inspiring music experiences for all.
Débora joined the board of directors in October 2025 and can be reached at deb@bandology.ca.
Brent Stevens (he/him) is an award-winning Account Executive in the promotional products industry, active networker and father of four school-aged children. Brent spent 14 years in the consumer packaged goods industry in progressive sales and marketing roles before transitioning to a self-employed sales agent role in 2019. This change has facilitated Brent’s goal to be focused on family and community involvement. Brent is active with the Oakville Chamber of Commerce, Burlington Chamber of Commerce, Business Network International (BNI), Oakville Dads and Burlington Dads. Brent looks to offer his perspective and support through a new lens and leverage his broad network to expand awareness of Bandology and the work it does.
Brent joined the board of directors in March 2026 and can be reached at brent.stevens@bandology.ca.
Ellen Chin (she/her) began her career as a front-line pharmacist before moving into the private insurance sector and later the pharmaceutical industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and completed the Pharmaceutical Industry Residency Program at the University of Toronto. She also earned an MBA from York University and pursued graduate studies in Health Economics at the University of Toronto. Music has been a meaningful part of Ellen’s life since childhood. She completed her Grade 8 piano and Intermediate Music Theory through the Royal Conservatory of Music and continues to expand her musical practice—self‑teaching guitar, taking up violin and singing with a local choir.
Ellen joined the board of directors in March 2026 and can be reached at ellen.chin@bandology.ca.
Karen Caruana-Darling is a dedicated music educator with 24 years of experience within the Halton Catholic District School Board. She is currently the music director at St. Francis Xavier Secondary School in Milton where she built the school’s music department from the ground up over the last 14 years, growing a modest group of 15 students into a thriving program of over 110 concert band and choir members. Beyond the classroom, Karen has run a private teaching studio, spent eight years as the Artistic Director of the Milton Youth Choir and currently mentors students in voice and piano. Having frequently recommended Bandology to her own students, Karen is eager to bring her deep local expertise, pedagogical passion and community-building schools to Bandology’s Board of Directors.
Karen joined the board of directors in March 2026 and can be reached at karen.caruana@bandology.ca.
Jacquie Manore is the owner of Workload Solution Services Inc, where she provides full-service bookkeeping and financial support to businesses and organizations throughout Ontario. An experienced entrepreneur and active member of her local business community, Jacquie brings strong financial knowledge, practical business insight and a genuine commitment to helping organizations succeed.
Music has been part of Jacquie’s life since Grade 4 in Saskatchewan, beginning with violin and continuing through, attaining Grade 9 piano and Grade 8 flute. For much of the past 30 years, she and her husband have performed in community bands. Jacquie served as President of the Oakville Wind Orchestra for 10 years and played with the Mississauga Pops Concert Band for approximately 25 years.
With her son also having benefited from playing multiple instruments in school bands, Jacquie understands firsthand the lasting impact of music education. She is delighted to serve on Bandology’s Board of Directors and is passionate about ensuring that all young people continue to have access to the opportunities, connections and lifelong joy that music provides.
Jacquie joined the board of directions in August 2026 and can be reached at jacquie.manore@bandology.ca.
Lisa Michaels (she/her) is a self-employed marketing consultant and serial entrepreneur who has run multiple businesses over the past 25+ years. She has a B.A. from York University and a M.A. in Community Music from Wilfrid Laurier University. Lisa has volunteered with the Pan Am Games, Oakville Waterfront Festival, Burlington Youthfest and served as an English language instructor in Spain.
As Executive Director of Bandology, Lisa is an ex-officio member of the board.
Lisa co-founded Bandology in 2017 and can be reached at lisa@bandology.ca.
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