Who We Are

The United Nations Association in Canada Toronto Region Branch (UNACTO) is a division of the United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada) which is a historic, national charitable organization, established in 1946.

UNA-Canada is a founding member of the World Federation of United Nations Association (WFUNA) and today holds its elected Vice-Chair representing global civil society.

Mission

UNACTO is dedicated to elevating the principles of the UN Charter and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by delivering innovative signature programs.

We believe in building a better tomorrow by engaging the youth of the Greater Toronto Area and in growing global citizens through knowledge of the UN and its initiatives.

Functions

Events

The holding of public meetings either by itself or jointly with other organizations.

Projects

The designing and conducting of programs aimed at encouraging interest.

Publications

The preparation, collection and dissemination of publications and materials.

Fundraising

The raising of funds, including donations, to enable UNACTO to work effectively.

UNACTO Executive

President

Irene Kashelsky

Vice-President

Fadwa Yehia

Secretary & Treasurer

Michael Jackman

UNACTO Board of Directors

Staci Benny

Christine Dikongué

George Lepine

Sheri Majdpour

Hyona Park

Jean Pilaprat

Kiu Rezvanifer

UNA-Canada National Executive

President & CEO of UNA-Canada

Kate White

Ontario Regional Director

Jasmine Jackman

UNACTO Advisors

Governance

Larry Hebb

Rui Zhang

Board of Directors

Brent Saunders

UNACTO Team Leads

Governance

Raed Altal

Michael Jackman

Communications

Staci Benny

Youth & Education

Christine Dikongué

Project Steering Group

Mitch Houlahan

Trina Jeffers