Meet Our Team
We are a group of dedicated individuals with diverse backgrounds who believe in creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. At Dare to Care we understand the harmful impact of bullying and its long-lasting impacts on individuals. We have assembled a team of passionate professionals committed to making a difference. We believe in the power of knowledge and actively work to educate and foster healthy relationships among students, parents, educators, athletes, teams, coaches, referees, workplaces and the community at large.
Our innovative programs and workshops aim to empower individuals with the tools and strategies needed to prevent bullying. We provide practical guidance for recognizing and addressing bullying behaviours and promoting empathy, kindness, and respect. Together, we can make a difference, one act of kindness at a time.
Mathieu Constantin
Executive Director
A former national water polo athlete and coach, Mathieu promotes inclusive sport and co-hosts the Sporting Change podcast.
Lisa Dixon-Wells
Founder & Fund Development
Founder of Dare to Care, Lisa is a bullying prevention leader and former national swimmer, blending sport and education to build safer communities.
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Raine Paul
Marketing & Community Engagement Lead
Raine is a coach, Team Canada alum, and Sporting Change podcast co-host, focused on equity and inclusion in sport.
Kim Tackaberry, M.Ed.
School Program Coordinator
Educator and founder of the GLOW program, specializing in literacy and inclusive learning.
Freya Szmidt
Sport Program Coordinator
Freya is a former international athlete and coach with a background in Kinesiology, focused on psychological safety in sport.
Julie Booke
Facilitator
Julie is a professor and researcher focused on leadership, education, and behaviour in sport and recreation.
Hollen Wells
Facilitator
Hollen is a child and youth care specialist passionate about mental health, trauma-informed care, and safe environments.
Hilary Annich
Facilitator
Hilary is a coach, fitness instructor, and former varsity athlete dedicated to inclusive sport and community building.