Norm Helfand

Norm Helfand has over 30 years of experience designing and administering social and income security programs in Ontario. He has led initiatives to expand health, child and disability benefits, and to reform social assistance programs. As Director of Income Security with the Ontario Ministry of Finance, he played a key role in intergovernmental negotiations that resulted in the enhancement of the Canada Pension Plan. Throughout his career, Norm has worked to enhance financial security by promoting the coordination and accessibility of social benefits and tax-based income supports. He now works with his partner as a consultant, helping community agencies adapt to evolving policy and social environments.