Shop stewards
Who are shop stewards?
Shop Stewards are your go-to people for assistance when you need it!
Local 569 Stewards Team
Anthony Choi
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
My name is Anthony Choi.
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
My name’s Brenna and I’ve been with Service Canada since 2020. I started off in the EI call centre and moved to ISB at the end of 2021 as a Program Services Officer. Outside of work, I spend my days with my fur babies and playing online games (World of Warcraft being my favourite). Most importantly, I’m passionate about workers’ rights and helping those who are in need no matter the circumstance.
Deshawna Kitson
Brenna Samuelson-Tracey
Deshawna Kitson
Hi! I’m Deshawna, and I’ve had the privilege of serving as a public servant with Service Canada since March 2022. While I entered this role without prior experience in government, I’ve embraced the opportunity to learn and grow within this dynamic environment. My passion for helping others, combined with my eagerness to support and uplift our members, drives me every day. I am committed to making a positive impact and ensuring that the needs of those I serve are met with care and dedication. I truly believe in the value of public service, and I’m excited to continue contributing to the well-being of our community.
Marian Thompson
Marian Thompson
Deshawna Kitson
My name is Marian Thompson.
Sandra Dias
Marian Thompson
Sandra Dias
My name is Sandra Dias. I proudly served with Service Canada for the past eight years as a PSO.
Local 569 Executive Team
President- Iffat Haque
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Iffat has been with Employment and Social Development Canada since March 2022 and joined the executive team of this local in June 2024 as Secretary.
Iffat believes strongly in union education and the principle that knowledge is power. Dedicated to empowering others through learning and collaboration, Iffat is committed to supporting members and strengthening the local.
Outside of union work, Iffat enjoys all things creative — from photography and videography to graphic design, web design, and painting.
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Lisa became a Public Servant in 2003. She has been with ESDC since 2009. Lisa enjoyed being a Steward for a number years before becoming the VP of the local.
Lisa is very passionate about baseball and enjoys attending her children's sporting activities.
Vice President (Markham) - Sumit Bahri
Vice President (Richmond Hill) - Lisa Hamilton
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
Sumit Bahri is a Citizens Service Officer under Employment and Social Development Canada. Sumit joined Service Canada in 2018. Started working at Brampton Passport and then joined the SIN at Landing, assisting the Syrian Refugees and Agricultural farm workers with SIN numbers and programs offered by Service Canada. Initially joining Markham SCC. passionate about understanding, advocating and helping other members and helping the public to know your rights.
Sumit enjoys Thrift store hunting and is an Antiques/Art Dealer. joined the executive team in March 2025.
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
My name is Keerthini Mohanathas. Most of you may know me as Kiki. I am the VP of Vaughan and the chair for our local CEIU 569 bylaw committee and outside of my union capacity and I am a Program Services Officer I joined the union because I want to ensure that our member are treated with kindness, respect and dignity. I believe kindness, compassion and a smile goes along way.
Vice President (Newmarket) - Vacant
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
Vice President of Stewards - Satori Kamara
This position is still vacant. If you want to nominate yourself or a friend, please send the nomination to info@ceiulocal569.com.
Vice President of Stewards - Satori Kamara
Vice President (Vaughan) - Keerthini (Kiki) Mohanathas
Vice President of Stewards - Satori Kamara
Hi, my name Is Satori and I have been with Service Canada since 2020. I started in the Pension department specifically POST and transferred to ISB in 2021. I am passionate about understanding, advocating and helping other members to know our rights.
Treasurer - Vacant
Secretary - William Lee
Secretary - William Lee
This position is still vacant. If you want to nominate yourself or a friend, please send the nomination to info@ceiulocal569.com.
Secretary - William Lee
Secretary - William Lee
Secretary - William Lee
I joined the Federal government in July 2020 and then joined the Integrity department in March of 2022. During my time away from work, I love the outdoor life, such as skiing, hiking, camping, and portaging. But I do enjoy the indoor life as well with board games, online games, and Lego building. I do love to listen and play music. But, more importantly, I am fervent on helping others in need.