The 2025/2026 Board of Directors:
Sarah Gillon, President, Events Co-Chair
Kelli Paskaruk, Vice President, Winter Watch and Membership Chair
Lori-Jean Manness, Treasurer, Trails & Accessibility Chair, and Grants Coordinator
Laura Kemp, Marketing/Communication Chair and Mussel Crew Co-Chair
Patrick Jolicoeur, “The Works” Co-Chair, and Mussel Crew Co-Chair
Kim Morphy, Advertising and Sponsorship Chair, Events Co-Chair
Darrin Hale, Playground Chair
Brent Gillon (Associate Director), “The Works” Co-Chair, Garden Committee Liason
The Hillside Beach Community Association functions under the guide of:
Insurance Policy guidelines as purchased annually.
In addition to attending Board Meetings and participation in committees, it is expected that Directors will commit to accepting a role for at least one of the projects or events that are planned by the HBCA during the year.
Great communities grow from shared responsibility, respect, and pride.
History of the HBRA/HBCA
1978-2010
The HBCA was initially formed in 1978 as the Hillside Beach Cottage Owners’ Association, then formally incorporated on April 13, 1982 as the Hillside Beach Ratepayers Association (HBRA). On September 27, 1983, the RM of Alexander created bylaw 697 to authorize leasing of Charlie Wall Park (11.48-acre parcel) to the HBRA.
1984- 1989 HBRA leased the land from the RM of Alexander with an option to renew the lease for another 15 years. This option was never exercised. During the term of the 5-year lease, the HBRA was responsible for payments of taxes and utilities, repair and maintenance of any existing structures and insurance.
1989 the land and all responsibilities for park maintenance and insurance returned to the RM of Alexander.
In 2008, there was further discussion between the HBRA and the RM regarding a possibility for the HBRA to again lease the land known as Charlie Wall Park. At that time, Council determined that they would not sign a lease agreement with HBRA as this would give the Association exclusive rights to the park and Council wanted to ensure the developing park could be utilized by any RM of Alexander ratepayer. The status of the HBRA as an outside user group was established at this time, and to this day Charlie Wall Park is enjoyed by cottagers from the entire East Beaches area and the general public traveling to the area on day trips.
In 2010, following the establishment of elected representatives (i.e., Ward Councilors) to represent the political interests of local tax payers, the HBRA evolved into what is now officially called the Hillside Beach Community Association with a renewed mandate described above in the HBCA Mission Statement and Goals.
Our Mission…
to build community by providing a forum for sharing information, connecting neighbors, promoting activities, and fostering stewardship for the environment.
Our Priorities
Foster strong community connections through events and shared community spaces.
Enhance recreational amenities to encourage physical activity and social engagement, including continued trail improvements and new trail development.
Support environmental stewardship by implementing sustainable solutions for managing and preventing aquatic invasive species (AIS), and by promoting year-round responsible practices such as cleaning sand toys, boats, paddleboards, fishing augers, and other equipment.
Advance accessibility and inclusivity to ensure equitable access for all community members.
