Meet the Board
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Victoria Vass is the founder and Chair of Life After Burns, where she leads with heart, vision, and lived experience. Drawing from her own journey as a burn survivor, Victoria created Life After Burns to fill a critical gap in survivor support—building a community grounded in empathy, advocacy, and connection. She works to empower survivors and their loved ones through mentorship, storytelling, and inclusive programs that celebrate resilience and life beyond injury.
Contact Victoria:
(647)895-0674
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Helen Fulchini is the Treasurer of Life After Burns and a committed supporter of the burn survivor community. A skilled accountant with a keen eye for detail, Helen ensures the financial health and transparency of the organization. Her dedication to service and belief in the power of community make her a trusted member of our mission. Helen brings both expertise and heart to her role, helping Life After Burns grow sustainably and maintain momentum.
Contact Helen:
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Tibor Csery is a dedicated firefighter with Toronto Fire Services and a passionate advocate for burn survivors. With a personal connection to the burn community and firsthand experience in emergency response, Tibor brings deep empathy and insight to his role on the Life After Burns board. He has been a dedicated supporter of Life After Burns since its inception, helping to shape our mission to create safe spaces, foster connection, and promote healing through advocacy and mentorship.
Contact Tibor:
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Peggy Tsukamoto is the Vice Chair of Life After Burns and a devoted advocate for burn survivors and their families. Her motivation to support the burn community stems from her own experience as a parent—after her son was burned, Peggy saw firsthand the need for connection, understanding, and long-term support. She brings deep compassion and a powerful voice for caregivers to the organization, helping to ensure that no family feels alone on their journey of healing.
Contact Peggy:
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Stef Fulchini serves as the Secretary of Life After Burns, bringing her expertise as a Social Services Worker and MCP Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) to the heart of our mission. With a strong passion for mental health and trauma-informed care, Stef is deeply committed to ensuring burn survivors have access to meaningful resources and supportive pathways to healing. Her clinical insight, organizational skills, and compassionate approach help guide our work and ensure that survivor needs remain at the centre of everything we do.
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