Tiffany Jean Gooch

Striving toward living out the Nelson Mandela quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

In not a single one of these little campaigns was I victorious. In other words, in each case, I personally failed, but I have lived to see the thesis upon which I was operating vindicated. And what I very often say is that I’ve lived to see my lost causes found.

- Pauli Murray

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Doing some home gardening today and replanting myself here while I’m at it:

https://t.co/hKyLLC7tak

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

@TrusteeMcDonald @1834fellowship @GregFergus @iamcelinacc @AlexBattick @JILLSLASTWORD @TiffanyFordTO You were a vision in blue last night. Marvellous to see you.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

An inspiration & a titan in public service.

So honoured to have serve alongside @TDSBDirector. I'm still in awe of watching her get extremely difficult things done - all while leading with compassion and care at her core.

Congratulations on your (well deserved) retirement!

[Toronto District School Board @tdsb]

Director of Education Colleen Russell-Rawlins will be retiring from the Toronto District School Board. During a Special Board meeting today, Trustees were notified of her retirement, which will take effect in November 2024.

Read the news release: https://t.co/cqci1un8ix

[Margaret's Housing and Community Support Services @Margarets_TO]

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[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

@KarlynPercil My son watched this on loop for an hour. A whole bop.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

I’m just beginning to dream up my next chapter, but I know it will involve writing, collaborative leadership, and a continued positive impact on the communities around me.

In the meantime, a little more fun in the sun and enchantment with my toddler. ☀️

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

A life update:

Today was my last day as Executive Lead for Public Engagement & Communications at @PeelSchools.

Since joining in 2020, it has been an honour serving alongside so many incredible leaders in our shared mission to help students flourish.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Job update -

Starting in December I will be joining the Peel District School Board as the Executive Lead - Public Engagement & Communications!

I’m looking forward to joining Colleen Russell-Rawlins & the PDSB team in the work ahead.

Appreciate the warm welcome @NokhaDakroub!

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

I’m a better leader today for having taken on the challenges we faced together, from COVID impacts on our school system to the implementation of the Ministry Directives.

I’m grateful as well for all of the true friendships formed along the journey.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

This discussion was soul lifting. Thank you for capturing and thank you @blackvotecanada for hosting!

[Nicole @NicoleOBVC]

Impressed by the panelists' insightful responses as @goocht throws some powerful questions at them.

#PanelDiscussion #InsightfulResponses

@goocht @Cheraldean80 @DebbieKingPHP #khadijah #obvc

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

It was such a joy to share space with friends from across Canada in celebration of Dr. Howard McCurdy’s autobiography completed with George Elliott Clarke hosted at @ADFRNTBooklist.

This is a necessary addition for any collection of Canadian political memoirs. Beautifully done.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Taking a moment to share love with all of those who are not doing ok. Who are missing loved ones. Who are hoping 2024 is a better year than the last.

You are not alone.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

A good friend and mentor of mine @JenJonesRotary once told me she hopes each year is better than the last. As I reflected on this recently, it occurred to me that I’m having difficulty finding the good in 2023. It has been an objectively deeply sad year.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Yesterday would have been my father’s birthday, and instead, this is the first holiday we are preparing to celebrate without him.

Listening to the Stevie Wonder song “Someday at Christmas” I can’t help but break into tears for all of the loss this year brought for so many.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Love this. So much.🤍 🛶

[PDSB Indigenous Department @PDSBIndigenous]

These kids built this beautiful canoe, in community, over the last two weeks, at Maawnjiding Wiingushkeng. It was an incredibly successful launch. @MsNReynolds @PeelSchools @PDSBDirector @lisanhart13

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

I so deeply admire the voice for change and strong leadership @miaamormottley brings to the international stage - especially on climate change.

Proud to see Canada host this meeting of leaders for the first time.

[Mia Amor Mottley @miaamormottley]

I have joined my colleagues in Ottawa to participate in the Canada-CARICOM Summit. The two-day meeting is historic and important as we are meeting against a global climate of great and grave uncertainty.

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

This news brought me so much joy today. @GregFergus brings a style of leadership to the @HoCSpeaker role we need in this moment. Kind, thoughtful, and most importantly, hopeful. #cdnpoli

[In the Chamber @HoCChamber]

The Hon. Greg Fergus @GregFergus was elected as the new @HoCSpeaker. #cdnpoli

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

@NotishaMassaqu1 @therealgoldelox Such a beautiful #IWD2023 moment to share space with you as you were honoured tonight @NotishaMassaqu1. Thank you for all of your service to our shared communities. Shine on ✨

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

Truly lovely International Women’s Day connecting with & honouring women who dare to lead.

Tonight I’m reminded of the Audre Lorde quote:

“When I dare to be powerful—to use my strength in the service of my vision—then it becomes less & less important whether I am afraid”

[Tiffany Jean Gooch @goocht]

So lovely reconnecting with @OntLiberal friends at the #OLPAGM this weekend. I (really) needed those hugs.

Sharing my theme song from the weekend:

🎶The world won’t get no better, if we just let it be … we’ve gotta change it yeah, just you and me 🎶

https://t.co/fwEhiN1Gaj