Peel Senior Link is pleased to announce the appointment of Samina Talat as our new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 5, 2025. Samina brings over two decades of leadership in community health and seniors care, with a strong focus on innovation, equity, and enabling older adults to live independently and with dignity. Her deep commitment to collaborative partnerships and service excellence aligns with PSL’s mission and values.
Samina has held leadership roles at the Canadian Red Cross, the former Central West Community Care Access Centre, Bramalea Community Health Centre (now Wellfort), and the former Central West LHIN. Her work has consistently advanced equitable access to care and strengthened health outcomes for seniors and marginalized communities. Samina is known for her collaborative leadership style, passion for community well-being, and dedication to aging-in-place solutions.
Samina succeeds Raymond Applebaum, who is retiring after 26 years of transformative leadership. Under Ray’s guidance, PSL expanded its reach and reputation, achieving exemplary accreditation status on 3 consecutive occasions, and became a cornerstone in providing integrated, client-centered care across Peel Region. The Board extends its deepest gratitude to Ray for his exceptional service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to the dignity and independence of seniors.
Please join us in welcoming Samina Talat to Peel Senior Link and celebrating the remarkable legacy of Raymond Applebaum who has served the needs of seniors for 5 decades in local, regional, provincial, and federal roles.