Ewart Angus Homes Inc. – Proudly Canadian
Founded in 1970, by Mr. Ewart Angus, a proud Canadian who bequeathed monies ‘in trust’ under the guidance of the board members from the Eglinton St. George’s United Church to be used "for the building of a housing facility for senior citizens in the greater Toronto area". After extensive research pointed to the lack of retirement homes in North York and North Toronto for people living with dementia, the vision for the housing facility became clear.
The planning committee was inspired by the work of Dr. John Tooth, an established physician who had built specially designed residences for people living with dementia in Hobart, Tasmania. Dr. Tooth’s internationally recognized ‘small home’ model concept - small group living spaces combined with the special, personalized care and activities – was in keeping with the vision and wishes of Mr. Angus of creating a home-like, living, stimulating atmosphere.
For 30 Years, Ewart Angus Homes Inc. (EAHI) has been enhancing the lives of seniors by providing a continuum of care services which includes: independent living, assisted/supportive living operated by SPRINT, and specialized dementia care home operating as Cedarhurst for over 20 years specializing in dementia care.
Ewart Angus Homes Inc.
Mr. Ewart Angus
Mr. Ewart Angus leaves his legacy to St. George’s United Church
“not for profit” + dementia specific
SPRINT
Operating Adult Day Program - applied to MOH for building residential program for people with ALZ
Constructing History
Research and design committee in place
Dr. John Tooth, Tasmania, considerable experience with both design and activaction for ALZ brought in for his work
Architect chosen
MOH provides funding to SPRINT but mandated a misused use of a 'building' - floors 1-3 for market rate apartments
Many challenges faced in the design/constructing phase
1996 – Board of Directors established - Ewart Angus Homes Inc
Angus House
'money for building' not acquisition, however after consideration of site location
Angus House Merton Street is purchased and opens in 1999
Cedarhurst Expansion
Success of Angus House opens search for other site
Oriole York Mills owned church property
May 21, 2003 - Board passes motion
June 4, 2003 - ground breaks for Cedarhurst building
March 28, 2006 - Cedarhurst opens to people early to mid stages of dementia related illnesses
Better Together
“Coming together is a beginning. Staying together is progress. Working together is success” – Henry Ford
People care about how people care and treat them. The leadership team and staff at Ewart Angus Homes Inc. are committed to working together and strives to continue to evolve new practices and lessons learned from other jurisdictions across the world in order to build nurturing relationships with members of the community – residents, families, and staff.
Our Board of Directors
Stephanie Phelps
President
Stephanie became Board President in September 2021 after five years prior experience on the EAHI Board. Previous to EAHI, Stephanie volunteered as a Program Advisory Committee Member for Micro Skills, Toronto, and as a Phone Counsellor with the Distress Centers of Toronto.
As a Human Capital Business Partner at SJP Consulting and Coaching, she offers over 30 years of executive human resources, business and consulting experience across multiple industries. SJP Consulting and Coaching provides consulting services to many sectors including charities, government, education, financial services, real estate development, and consumer packaged goods.
Stephanie has a BA in Administrative and Commercial Studies from Huron College at the University of Western Ontario, a BA in Psychology from York University and a Post-Diploma, Human Resources from Seneca College. She is a Certified HR Leader with the HR Professional Association, a Certified Adler Coach, and is certified in Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Prosci Change Management.
Stephanie brings passion for EAHI and the joyful living and caring we provide for the residents at Cedarhurst. “I look forward to implementing EAHI's strategic plans and building on our current leadership position as a premier dementia care home, by deepening our reputation and expanding our services to meet the needs of people living with dementia.”
Manish Arora
Manish Arora is a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 20 years of experience leading finance and operations across manufacturing and distribution industries. He is Chief Financial Officer of a publicly listed Canadian company, where he drives financial strategy and operational performance, while supporting growth and long-term business sustainability. Serving on the EAHI Board since 2024, “I bring financial expertise, strategic insight, and a results-driven approach to help Cedarhurst thrive. What makes Cedarhurst truly special is the warmth, care, and sense of belonging that makes every resident feel at home.”
Sarah Farr
Sarah Farr is the co-founder of WISHSTONE a private practice in Toronto providing end of life support and consulting to individuals and families since 2017. Sarah is also a founding member of the End-of-Life Doula International Research Group. She holds a Masters in End-of-Life Studies from the University of Glasgow. She is a member of the End-of-Life Doula Association of Canada and the National End of Life Doula Alliance in the US. She has been an EAHI Board member since 2018. She has also been a board member for her neighborhood association for the last eight years. EAHI/Cedarhurst is unique as it provides an intimate home like setting and humanized care for its residents and their families.
Heather Palm
I bring a deep interest in the area of dementia care and share a commitment to advancing the strategic direction of Cedarhurst Dementia Care Home and the EAHI mission through the delivery and enhancement of the unique model of care.
Jayvi Aruta
Jayvi Aruta is an occupational therapist with over 20 years' experience working with adults and seniors in a variety of settings, including hospitals and and their own homes. He joined the EAHI board because he saw that the care needs of many clients in various stages of dementia were unmet by either care at home or in nursing homes, thus needing a viable solution in between. He has held positions in health care leadership and aims to improve our healthcare system, particularly for people with dementia and their loved ones.
Sam Barbieri
Sam is a seasoned institutional real estate professional with over 30 years of experience working in senior national portfolio management and development roles. He is married and the proud father of two adult children. In his spare time, he enjoys road cycling with friends and time with his family! During that time he has developed properties across various sectors including, retail, rental housing, office and industrial. He was also a key member of a team that created an institutional real estate fund investing across sectors in Canada. The fund was started in 2018 with $400M in assets and grew to approximately $2.5B in assets by 2023. Sam's career has revolved around building real estate portfolios, as well as exceptional goal-oriented teams driven by a collaborative approach.
He is a graduate of the University of Toronto and the University of BC and earned a post-graduate certificate in real estate at Harvard University.
Karen Serblowski
Karen Serblowski brings extensive leadership and governance expertise to the Board of Directors. As a senior human resources leader, she specializes in leadership & talent development, succession planning, health & safety, culture transformation, and organizational strategy. Her career has been dedicated to building inclusive, high-performing workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Karen also has deep experience in not-for-profit governance, with a background in strategic decision-making, board succession, and government relations. Beyond her professional expertise, she is personally committed to advancing care and support for individuals and families navigating complex challenges, drawing from her own lived experiences as a caregiver of a parent living with dementia.
Through her combination of strategic insight, people-focused leadership, and passion for community impact, Karen is proud to contribute to advancing the mission and long-term sustainability of the organization.