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Improving lives and building community in Colchester County

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Meet the Team


Sarah Flemming (she/her),
Rural Affordable Housing Advisor

United Way Maritimes
Based in Truro, Nova Scotia

Contact Sarah

Sarah started with United Way in August, 2020. Having worked in the non profit sector for nearly 10 years, Sarah has been on the frontline experiencing firsthand the impact of poverty on our communities. Sarah loves the opportunity to be a part of a collective whose mandate is to “move the needle” and build a future where everyone has a warm bed, a full belly, and an inclusive community.


Shelly DeViller (she/her), Executive Director Colchester & Cumberland

United Way Maritimes
Based in Truro, Nova Scotia

Contact Shelly

Shelly DeViller is deeply committed to giving back and helping her community thrive. She believes in the power of people working together and is passionate about supporting programs that make life better for families and neighbors.

Through her involvement with United Way, Shelly brings kindness, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for community to everything she does.


Board of Directors – United Way Maritimes

The volunteers who make up United Way Maritimes Board of Directors represent communities across the region and come from diverse backgrounds in business, government and social services and those with volunteer and lived experience.

See full list of board members here.

Board of Directors | United Way Maritimes

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