Meet our Board of Governors

Chair: Dan Pfeffer

Dan Pfeffer started his career as an academic, having completed a PhD in Political Studies and taught at the university level before moving into the field of government relations. Today, he is one of the owners of a national lobby firm based in Ottawa. Outside of his career, Dan and his wife have three kids. He has been active serving as a board member to his local synagogue, and by founding and running the first grassroots Jewish community group in Gatineau, Quebec.

Dan brings his academic and entrepreneurial backgrounds to Capital Jewish High, with an emphasis on seeking academic excellence for our students. As an avid runner, he is also passionate about hard work (and fun!) outside of the classroom.

Vice-Chair: Bobby Wollock

Bobby Wollock grew up in Ottawa and is proud to be a graduate of both Akiva High School and Yitzhak Rabin High School.During the day, Bobby works for the federal government. Outside of his professional life, he has spent over 20 years serving in various board capacities throughout Jewish Ottawa.  Bobby is the proud dad to 2 girls who are the driving force behind his commitment to supporting CJH’s vision of academic excellence and student success.

Secretary: Myriam Auclair

Myriam Auclair is a founding member of Capital Jewish High School and has been actively involved in bringing the vision for a community Jewish high school in Ottawa to life. A Human Resources Manager in the federal public sector, she brings experience in leadership, project management and strategic planning to the CJH Board.

As a graduate of Hillel Academy (now OJCS) and Yitzhak Rabin High School and parent to two current OJCS students, Myriam is passionate about creating an inclusive and welcoming high school where students can thrive academically, build strong connections and strengthen their Jewish identity.

Governor: Ari Breiner

Ari Breiner was born in Montreal, but spent his formative years in Ottawa and attended OJCS, then Nepean High School.   He completed medical school at McGill University, neurology residency at the University of Toronto, and a neuromuscular medicine fellowship at Columbia University in New York.   After working 5 years at the Toronto General Hospital, he returned to Ottawa in 2017, and practices neuromuscular neurology at the Ottawa Hospital.  He feels strongly about the importance of Jewish high school education in Ottawa!   Apart from his board membership, he is also the proud partner of Mira, father of 3 kids, and an aspiring basketball player.

Governor: Liora Shapiro

Liora Shapiro is a Guidance Counsellor with the Western Quebec School Board, bringing over 18 years of experience specializing in General Education and Vocational Training. A Canadian Certified Counsellor, she is a professional member of the Order of Quebec Counsellors and the CCPA, holding a B.Sc. from McGill University and an M.Ed. from the University of Ottawa.

Deeply committed to her community, Liora has volunteered and served on the boards of several organizations, including the Ottawa Jewish Community School, Ten Yad, Early Beginnings, Young Israel of Ottawa, and the Jewish Youth Library. Originally from Montreal and a proud Herzliah High School alumna, Liora lives with her husband, Daniel, and their four daughters.