Dale Forbes, MBA, BA (Economics), CRM, CIP
Chief Executive Officer
Dale has almost 30 years of senior leadership experience in public, not-for-profit and private sector organizations providing comprehensive care services and housing support to adults of all ages in Alberta and Ontario. He has previously served on the Board of the Alberta Continuing Care Association, most recently as Chair. The Association works on behalf of its members to ensure quality of care and quality of life for all Albertans. Dale is unwavering in his commitment to ensuring services provided to older adults are of a high quality and are delivered in a safe, respectful and compassionate manner. A cornerstone of Dale’s career has been his support, promotion, and leadership in creating work environments for staff that positively contribute to their overall health, safety and well-being. As an organization with a strong commitment to Mission—leaders in friendly, affordable, secure housing and service for seniors—GEF’s Mission, Vision and Values are a natural fit for Dale and his commitment to being able to positively impact the lives of our communities’ seniors, now and into the future.
Kevin Mah, MBA, CPA, CMA
Vice-President, Corporate Services & CFO
Kevin is a finance executive leader with more than 20 years of broad and integrated experience, especially in the seniors’ affordable housing and non-profit sector. He has also operated his own successful private financial consultancy in the seniors’ sector. Kevin is passionate about the seniors’ sector, and excellence in stewardship and accountability for non-profits. He believes in giving back to his community, and has been active in several local benevolent associations and charities over the years.
Mandeep Parmar, P.Eng., MBA
Vice-President, Facilities Management & Planning
Mandeep brings over 20 years of professional engineering and executive leadership experience to his role as Vice-President, Facilities Management & Planning at GEF Seniors Housing. He specializes in managing residential, commercial, and institutional portfolios, with a strong focus on overseeing 24/7 operations that ensure safety, reliability, and operational excellence. His expertise includes infrastructure revitalization, optimizing large-scale facility portfolios for performance, and delivering over 4,000 multidisciplinary construction projects. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to building high-performing teams and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Mandeep is passionate about creating sustainable and efficient environments that enhance the well-being of clients and staff, while driving operational excellence. By combining technical engineering expertise with a results-driven leadership approach, this will ensure seamless day-to-day operations and long-term asset performance. Mandeep’s work reflects a dedication to fostering environments where people thrive and ensuring infrastructure supports both operational and community needs.
Shanika Donalds, PhD, MSW, RSW
Vice-President, Housing & Client Services
As the Vice-President, Housing & Client Services, Shanika is committed to ensuring GEF continues to be a leader in providing quality housing services and supports to tenants and residents. She has experience in several different areas of GEF Seniors Housing operations. Passionate about ensuring that work with seniors is guided by best practices and research, Shanika firmly believes that seniors know best how they want to live their lives and need to be an integral part of any decisions that affect them. With over 15 years of experience in training and educating social workers and front line staff, Shanika has consulted for a variety of international development agencies, leading and implementing social development initiatives at the community level. With a vision of providing the best service for Edmonton seniors, Shanika seeks to ensure that all who call GEF home feel safe and secure, are provided with opportunities to engage meaningfully and enjoy an improved quality of life.
Amy Bonner, BSc (Psychology), CPHR
Director, Learning, Development & Healthy Workplaces
Amy is a seasoned Human Resources and Health & Safety professional with over 20 years of experience across multiple sectors. She is passionate about equipping staff with the tools, resources, and support they need to deliver high-quality housing and services to a diverse and evolving client base. A champion of continuous learning and inclusive workplace culture, Amy is dedicated to building resilient teams and fostering environments where both staff and clients can thrive. Her commitment to strengthening organizational health and safety practices is matched by her drive to create safe, engaging, and supportive spaces for all.
Racquel Allen, BCom (Management), CPHR Candidate
Director, Human Resources
Racquel’s journey with GEF Seniors Housing began over a decade ago, spanning several key roles, and has been shaped by a deep connection to the organization’s mission and the people who bring it to life. As Director of Human Resources, she leads with a people-first approach, ensuring Human Resources strategies reflect GEF’s values of respect, integrity, well-being, and accountability. Racquel is passionate about building workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. Throughout her time at GEF, she has helped foster a culture of engagement, recognition, and accountability by creating meaningful staff experiences that align with GEF’s mission and enhance the lives of the seniors the organization serves.