The Cabbagetown Art & Craft Show is a not-for-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board.
January 2026
Gerald FitzGerald has retired from the Board of Directors. We, along with the larger art and fine craft community, are grateful for his profound contributions and dedication to the Cabbagetown Art & Craft Show. Gerald played a pivotal role in shaping the longterm success of the show following founder Randy Brown’s retirement.
Board Members
Jennifer Pritchard
Vice Chair, Volunteerism
Jennifer is a dedicated healthcare professional with a background in nursing and a deep commitment to serving others. Passionate about giving back, she actively volunteers in her community, always looking for ways to make a positive impact. Whether through her work in healthcare or her volunteer efforts, Jen is known for her compassion, generosity, and unwavering dedication to helping those in need. She lives in Cabbagetown and can often be spotted in the park with her lovable dog, Hector.
Valerie Fox
Community Engagement
For Valerie, Art and Design, together with the advancement of tech, has paved the path of her career. Working as an Artist, Designer, Creative Director, and Entrepreneurship Coach, she has been fortunate to work with amazing creative leaders and innovators around the world. Valerie and her husband, Gord, moved to Cabbagetown 25 years ago. They have two children and 2 teenage grandchildren. They live with their dog, Freddie Mercury. Cabbagetown has been their favourite place to live because of the wonderful people who live here and the beautiful houses, their gardens, and parks.
James FitzGerald
Treasurer
James is a Chartered Accountant and experienced corporate finance professional, as well as a long-time resident of the Cabbagetown and Regent Park communities. His career has focused on mergers and acquisitions and advisory work for Canadian businesses across a range of industries. He currently works with one of Canada’s leading pension plans, providing operational due diligence and acts as an advisor to investment teams and portfolio companies. Outside of work, he is passionate about music, guitar, and is an enthusiastic (if amateur) photographer.
Jason de Mestral-Whetter
Chair
Jason brings a deep appreciation and understanding of art and craftsmanship. With a background in luxury retail marketing and a design education from OCADU, he combines professional expertise with a personal passion for the arts. He’s a proud Cabbagetowner and resides there with his family.
Michelle Ross
Jury & Awards Coordinator
Michelle has played a critical role in the Cabbagetown Art & Craft Show for over 10 years. She studied textiles at NSCAD University, where she honed her eye for detail and developed a keen sense of style. She also attended the prestigious London College of Fashion in the UK before returning to Canada as a jewellery designer. Michelle participates in juried shows throughout North America. She’s recognized for contemporary handcrafted jewellery that reflects a truly distinct perspective and extensive design training. Her work is anything but traditional.
Ingrid Knutson
Community Engagement
Ingrid is a retired Canadian diplomat who worked abroad in Canadian Embassy posts, mostly in Asia, on international development for CIDA for three decades. Although raised and educated in Toronto, after a career abroad she is a returnee who chose Cabbagetown as the best place in Toronto to live upon her retirement in 2024. Ingrid is an active community member who can often be found generously volunteering her time at other organizations throughout the city.
Michael Haddad
Secretary
Michael is a lawyer in private practice in Toronto. He lives and works in Cabbagetown and received his LLB from the University of Windsor. Michael was Chair of Onsite, the Professional Gallery Advisory Board at OCADU for 8 years. He was on the Board of Governors of the University from 2005 to 2011, and was on OCADU’s Foundation Board from 2006 until it was recently dissolved. His community involvement is active and enthusiastic. He is a member of the Cabbagetown Heritage Conservation District Committee and was previously the Treasurer of the Management Board for the Cabbagetown Business Improvement Area for four years and a member for 14 years. Volunteer work has included Seaton House, The Cabbagetown Bag Ladies House, the 519 Wills Clinic for People with AIDS, and many other pro bono legal activities.