Hamilton

Kayla Leet

Chair, East End Chapter

Kayla Leet joined ACORN in 2025 to fight for repairs in her building and quickly became a passionate advocate for tenant rights. Since then, she has taken on major leadership roles in both provincial and municipal campaigns. Kayla is a firm believer in nonprofit building acquisition as a path to housing justice and long-term affordability.

Christine Horning

Secretary, East End Chapter

Christine joined ACORN in 2024 and has quickly become a dedicated and steadfast attendee of monthly chapter meetings and local actions. She's a passionate supporter of building community support right in her own backyard, and is the first to raise her hand for tabling and petitioning.

Hojay Byfield

Chair, Stoney Creek Chapter

Hojay joined ACORN recently, and is passionate about organizing his community - and beyond. A fierce advocate for social and economic justice, he truly believes in the power of collective action. He is committed to bringing the Stoney Creek chapter to new heights; every meeting, every action, every petition signature brings power to the community, and people power is how change happens!

Taylor Korolenchuk

Co-Chair, Stoney Creek Chapter

Taylor joined as a member following a conversation with an organizer in their building’s partially-flooded parking lot. They immediately jumped into organizing their neighbourhood headfirst, and are passionate about organizing for better conditions in subsidized housing. They have taken on a leadership role in advocating for climate justice for tenants and beyond, particularly for Hamilton’s extreme heat campaign. They firmly believe that no one should be made to live in unsafe conditions, no matter their income level.

Bijan Shahir

Chair, Mountain Chapter

Bijan is a new member to ACORN, joining in September 2024. He is a strong believer in housing as a human right and the protection and expansion of social services. He is hoping to do more outreach and raise awareness of the issues faced by the people of Hamilton Mountain, and get more people in his community involved.

Nicole Myre

Co-Chair, Mountain Chapter

Nicole Myre joined ACORN in 2024 during the re-organizing drive in Hamilton Mountain. A long-time believer in community, fairness, and standing up for those who need it most, Nicole brings decades of life and work experience to the fight for tenant rights and social justice. She retired at age 70 after a 31-year career that included roles as a secretary, store manager, and building superintendent. Now, she volunteers her time with The Legion Branch 163 and is an active and engaged member of ACORN.

Marnie Schurter

Secretary, Mountain Chapter

Marnie has been a member of ACORN for five years. She retired from the Hamilton Public Library in January 2020, where she worked as an Information Clerk. She earned a degree in Sociology from McMaster University in 2012. Her main concerns include how society treats elderly and disabled people, and she wants to see fair and equal treatment for everyone, regardless of perceived ability. Through her involvement with ACORN, she works to support stronger protections and more inclusive policies for people in her community.

Amanda Dick

Chair, Downtown Chapter

Amanda joined ACORN in 2024 after her own building was facing a renoviction. With the help of ACORN they were able to successfully defend their homes. What began as a fight for herself and her neighbors grew into a passion for protecting housing for all. Amanda has a special interest in disability rights and fighting against "legislated poverty" caused by current social assistance rates.

Marc Davignon

Co-Chair, Downtown Chapter

Marc joined ACORN in 2025 after becoming increasingly concerned with the challenges faced by tenants and low-income residents in Hamilton’s downtown core. With a background in sociology, anthropology, and two decades of experience in information technology, he brings both an analytical eye and strong organizational skills to the movement. Known for his clear and confident public speaking, he uses his voice to help unite members and bring attention to the issues that matter most. His focus is on coalition building, expanding membership, and helping ACORN become a stronger, more visible force for change in Hamilton. A committed advocate for social and economic justice, he believes that community organizing is the key to real progress — and that every person deserves dignity, security, and a voice in shaping their city’s future.

Pauline Roberts

Secretary, Downtown Chapter

Pauline has been a proud ACORN member for five years, first joining when an organizer knocked on her door in the downtown core. Hearing about ACORN’s tenant-led fight for housing justice was exactly what she needed at the time. Since then, she has become a powerful voice in the movement—delegating at Queen’s Park, City Hall, and at actions across Hamilton. She is passionate about uplifting the voices of those who are too often unheard, and about building relationships that help push ACORN’s mission forward. Pauline is also the founder of Pauline’s Potpourri, a small business she launched in 2024, and a dedicated animal lover. As a long-time volunteer with Pantry for Paws and a cat foster parent, she brings the same compassion to her activism that she brings to the animals in her care. Pauline’s media presence and strong relationships with allies like Matthew Green and Sarah Jama have helped ACORN connect with the wider community and grow stronger together.