Credentials

The Clergy Support Memorial Church board was in full agreement to appoint the Rev. Ginette Corbeil to the office of Designated Minister- Social Services in October 2024. Ginette is a compassionate and dedicated professional who brings extraordinary empathy and depth of human understanding to her potential role as a clergy member. Her decades of social work, community service, and profound commitment to supporting others make her an exceptional candidate to help couples celebrate their most meaningful moments.

Academic Credentials

• Canadian Minister’s Institute. December 2024
• Bachelor of Social Sciences, Sociology Concentration, University of Ottawa (2003)
• Quebec Sign Language (Levels 1-4)

A Few Words About Ginette

Ginette is a bilingual social service worker with over 20 years of experience in helping individuals and communities. Her professional journey has been characterized by an unwavering dedication to advocacy, empathy, and support. As a social advisor, she has developed exceptional skills in listening, communicating, and providing meaningful guidance to those in need.

Her community involvement is remarkable and diverse. Ginette volunteers extensively, including organizing foodbank food drives, supervising social work placements at the University of Ottawa and La Cité College. She regularly visits retirement homes like the Jardin Belle-Rive, Rockland Manor and St Joseph Nursing Home where she spends quality time with those in need and those without family or friends. Visitation extends to the Ottawa Carleton Detention Centre where she supports inmates and helps those without strong support networks. Ginette has worked closely with the DeafBlind Ontario organization and has been formally recognized for her efforts regarding the needs of and improving the quality of life for adults.

Personal Growth

Ginette’s approach to personal growth is deeply introspective and continuous. She actively participates in information sessions on topics like collaborative problem-solving, equity,

diversity, and inclusiveness. Her reading choices, such as “The Coaching Habit” and “I Am Enough,” reflect her commitment to self-reflection and personal development.

Spiritually, Ginette believes in a universal connection that transcends specific religious boundaries. She sees spirituality as a personal journey and respects that everyone’s connection might look different. Her approach is inclusive, focusing on love, respect, and mutual support.

Closing Words

Ginette’s core values of loving, respecting, and supporting one another make her an ideal outreach minister. Her positive energy, remarkable ability to connect with people, and deep understanding of human relationships position her to create meaningful, personalized ceremonies. She believes in the transformative power of positivity and sees life as both challenging and beautiful – a perspective that would bring depth and authenticity to any wedding celebration