Jenny Hanley

Born and raised in Grey County, I grew up in a small community where everyone knew each other, would look out for one another, and would always lend a helping hand. I feel that this upbringing played a major part in who and where I am today. I have one daughter, Shelby who is my world.

 I have worked as an Educational Assistant for 19 years, working in local schools with children and youth.  I went back to school in 2014 and studied to become a Certified Addiction Support Worker, where I received my diploma, with honours, and became a member of CACCF (Canadian Addiction Counsellor Certification Federation).  I completed my placement at Portage Rehabilitation Center, where I was hired to work afterwards.

 I have experience working with teens that have suffered trauma, youth who have been involved in sex trafficking, who are at risk of self-harming, drug trafficking, and gang affiliation, and youth involved in the justice system. In 2018, I became a legal guardian to a 15-year-old boy. I never realized the issues that were relevant to our youth in our community, but having Kyle, I’ve witnessed firsthand the many struggles that so many of our local youth face. In April of 2018, I received a call about a youth who had passed away from a drug overdose. This put the wheels in motion, and I knew that it was my time to help and guide the youth living in my community. 

My dream to help youth locally became a goal, that soon became a reality. The Hanley Institute was born and beside me, I have the BEST family supports and board members who contribute so much to our growth and success. Together, our board has a vision to empower our youth and we are committed to helping youth realize their potential. 

Mike Walker

Mike was born in Owen Sound and attended Keppel Sarawak, Hillcrest and West Hill Secondary School. Keeping busy outdoors, Mike loved and still loves to surround himself in nature while participating in activities like snowboarding, camping and golfing. Mike attended University of Guelph for his Bachelor of Commerce before completing his Bachelor of Eductaion at Nipissing University. He currently works locally at Macphail Elementary School and enjoys his job teaching Kinderarten students. While working at the school he is actively involved in sports and clubs like, Grade 7/8 Soccer, Grade 3/4 Soccer, and Board Game Club. He has a desire for keeping education interesting and plans fun lessons for his kids to keep them engaged and excited to come to school. Mike met Jenny during his first year teaching at MAC. Jenny invited him to come and see the Hanely and meet the kids there. While venturing over to the Hanley on the first Thursday of the next school year, he didn’t realize that he would be spending every Thursday night there for the next two years. Mike looks forward to building relationships with the students that attend and making sure they all know who the best ping pong player at the Hanley is!

Kelly Oikawa

Jacob Perry

Jacob was born and raised just outside of Owen Sound on a small hobby farm where he
grew up with three siblings. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he can often be found playing
or watching hockey and soccer, and he enjoys exploring the Bruce Trail with his wife,
Navi, in his free time.
Jacob graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Business
Administration focusing in accounting. He earned his CPA designation in 2018 after
successfully completing CPA Canada’s common final examination and now works as a
Senior Manager in Assurance and Accounting at MNP LLP’s Owen Sound office.
Jacob is excited for the opportunity to serve as Treasurer for the Hanley Institute and
support its growth and goal of empowering youth in the community.

Mary Breedon

Jason Barton

Jason has a connection to Grey Highlands for approximately 8 years now, and a longer term personal commitment in the plan. Married and a proud father of three daughters; the family unit is of the utmost importance, as are the responsibilities that come with that privilege. As an SAP business and process consultant with 20 + years of corporate experience, he comes to us with a keen interest in value add activities for the betterment of the Institute. Combined with numerous volunteer engagements over time, he is well equipped to actively contribute to the board and the Hanley Institute. Jason joins the Hanley Institute to honor his younger brother and friends who have lost their lives to mental illness and drug addiction with the objective of providing better access to quality resourcing and support to local youth.