I bring over 20 years of experience in business before making a purposeful pivot into social work, bringing with me strong skills in leadership, relationship-building, and systems thinking.
📢 We kicked off 2026 with our first BMG Associates Meeting, and it was a great success!
It was inspiring to see so many of our associates, consultants, and trainers come together from across our network. The session gave us a chance to share important updates, exchange fresh ideas, and learn from one another’s diverse experiences.
Welcome Vaishnavi Yogendran
Vaishnavi Yogendran is a MSW intern from Windsor University. Her experience spans clinical care, policy development and community organizing. She has over 10 years of experience in Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) and has played a pivotal role in the development of peer support programming, co-chairing provincial networks and helping integrate peer support in Ontario’s NAVIGATE program.
Welcome Fiona Douglas
Fiona Douglas is a Master of Social Work (MSW) candidate with an Honours BASc in Community and Social Services and a Social Service Worker diploma. For more than ten years, Fiona has focused her work on supporting children, youth, and women, particularly those impacted by gender-based violence and human trafficking.
🌟 Welcome, University of Windsor MSW Students! 🌟
✨ Happy Holidays from Barnes Management Group & BMG Indigenous Services ✨
As the year comes to a close, we send our best wishes to our colleagues, partners, and communities for a peaceful holiday season and a prosperous, healthy, and joyful New Year.
✨ A heartfelt thank you to our incredible BMG team! ✨
We’re grateful to our associates, colleagues, and especially our Founder, David Barnes, for organizing a wonderful year-end gathering and an informal open house combined with a productive planning session.
Remembrance Day 2025
On this Remembrance Day, we take time to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve our country. Their dedication reminds us of the values of peace, freedom, and community that we all share.
City of Toronto’s 2026 Budget Consultation Wrap Up
As we wrap up the City of Toronto’s 2026 Budget Consultation sessions, Barnes Management Group is proud to have facilitated four in-person and two virtual consultations across the city.










