Rita O'Link

She/her/hers - Member of the Board of Directors

Rita is a 70-year-old transgender woman and lesbian activist residing in Dowling, Ontario. Passionate about 2SLGBTQI+ rights, she develops and delivers training programs (online and in-person) promoting awareness and accommodation in long-term care facilities, particularly in non-metropolitan areas.

Her experience includes serving on the boards of the Sudbury Action Centre for Youth (SACY) and Welcome Friend, a 2SLGBTQI+ youth camp. Rita's deep understanding of rural communities stems from her work in Elliott Lake, Dowling, and Sudbury. She seeks to represent Northeastern Ontario and advocate for the needs of small-town seniors on the Senior Pride Network Canada board.