neWCHapter is a committee of young professionals who are helping to transform the future of healthcare. The committee takes a stand for equity by hosting fundraising and networking events throughout the year to support the greatest priorities in care, research, and innovation across Women’s College Hospital. Join neWCHapter on its mission by attending an upcoming event or becoming a committee member.
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Meet the Committee

Ruby Chopra
neWCHapter Co-Chair
Infection Control Practitioner, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
“Being a member of neWCHapter allows me to contribute to advancements in women’s health, research, and advocacy while connecting with a like-minded community passionate about these issues.”

Mimi Shao
neWCHapter Co-Chair
Marketing & Communications Manager, Mulvey & Banani
“Being a mother is a huge part of my identity, and WCH holds a special place in my heart because it provided the care and support I needed to start that part of my life. I believe that together we can build and grow this passionate community in support of better health.”

Ian Love
neWCHapter Treasurer
Associate Portfolio Manager, Rosedale Family Office

Sarah Cassidy
neWCHapter Secretary
Director of Operations, Arlington Partners International

Melanie Gan
neWCHapter Committee Member
Senior HR Business Partner, Coupa Software

Carly Amodeo
neWCHapter Committee Member
Senior Manager, Financial Services Risk Consulting, KPMG

Christine Lee
neWCHapter Committee Member
Partner, Audit, Financial Services at KPMG

Danielle Soo
neWCHapter Committee Member
Investment Associate, ScotiaMcleod

Azra Dhalla
neWCHapter Committee Member
Director, Health AI Implementation, Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence

Stephie Fung
neWCHapter Committee Member
Managing Director, Finance, CPP Investments
“Being a part of neWCHapter allows me to give back to community in an impactful way by bringing to light significant gaps in our health system, advocating for change and fundraising to support health services.”
Azra Dhalla, neWCHapter Committee Member
Upcoming Events
Women Paying It Forward – April 29, 2026

Women Paying It Forward is neWCHapter’s signature event, bringing together a vibrant community of young professionals for an evening of cocktails, gourmet bites and impactful conversation, all in support of the Women’s College Hospital Foundation.
This year’s featured talk, Mind the Gap: Let’s Talk Primary Care, will be led by Dr. Dominik Nowak, Family Physician, Department of Family & Community Medicine at WCH.
Past Events
Pilates for a Cause: Join neWCHapter for Movement & Impact – November 16, 2025

Mark your calendars for Sunday, November 16th at 2:30 p.m.! neWCHapter is hosting Pilates for a Cause at STRONG Pilates Little Italy – an afternoon dedicated to wellness and supporting Women’s College Hospital Foundation.
Experience STRONG’s signature Body class: a dynamic full-body pilates and cardio fusion workout designed to build strength, mobility, and community. Space is limited – register today.
Women Paying It Forward – neWCHapter’s signature event
May 1, 2025

Women Paying It Forward is neWCHapter’s signature annual event, uniting a vibrant community of young professionals for an evening of cocktails, gourmet bites, and impactful conversation.
This year’s featured talk, “Perimenopause: What to Know in Your 20s & 30s,” will be led by Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe, Medical Director of Primary Care Outreach at Women’s College Hospital. The evening also includes a silent auction, a raffle with exciting prizes, and an atmosphere of inspiration and connection.
Pilates for a Cause
Feb 5, 2025
Join us for an inclusive evening of pilates at 889 Community to support Women’s College Hospital Foundation. This event is open to anyone who wants to unwind, connect and make a difference.

Women Paying it Forward – neWCHapter’s Signature Event
May 2, 2024

Join us for an evening of inspiration with neWCHapter at our annual event “Women Paying It Forward.” We’re shining a spotlight on crucial women’s health issues with insights from a Women’s College Hospital. Enjoy a vibrant mix of insightful discussion on healthcare, specialty cocktails, gourmet bites, a silent auction, and a raffle with exciting prizes!
Sweat for a Cause
February 28, 2024
Join neWCHapter on Thursday, February 22 for a night of hard-hitting philanthropic action, presented by BEATBOX!
With its booming sound system and high-tech, colour-changing LEDs, BEATBOX will energize you to take on the rest of your day like a true fighter.
Women Paying it Forward – neWCHapter’s Signature Event
May 4, 2023

Originally established in 2014, this event has become a sought-after education session and networking event. Companies are encouraged to send their young rising stars, mentors and mentees. The event is also open to all members of the WCHF donor community who are interested in learning about important issues impacting healthcare for women and their loved ones.
Spin and Sculpt
February 9, 2023
neWCHapter members and peers sweat for a cause at this high energy dual workout featuring a spin class and full-body strength workout. Sponsored in-kind by The Ultimate Athletics Club and Greenhouse Juice Co., this event also featured giveaways and raffle prizes with all ticket proceeds supporting the areas of greatest need at Women’s College Hospital.

Paint it Forward
April 27, 2022

neWCHapter took “paying it forward” to the next level at this painting event where everyone created their own unique masterpieces – no painting experience required! This event was sponsored in-kind by the Pilot Tavern and Paint Nite and was led by artist Lexie Jelilyan.
“Being a mother is a huge part of my identity, and WCH holds a special place in my heart because it provided the care and support I needed to start that part of my life. I believe that together we can build and grow this passionate community in support of better health.”
Mimi Shao, neWCHapter Committee Member
Connect with neWCHapter
Contact our co-chairs to join neWCHapter in creating a more equitable healthcare system.
Ruby Dhatt, Co-Chair
rd.dhatt.ruby@gmail.com
Mimi Shao, Co-Chair
mimishao@gmail.com


