About Us

About the SDGHDAThe Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Highland Dancing Association, (SDGHDA), was founded in 1964 to promote highland dancing in the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry and surrounding areas. SDGHDA is a not-for-profit organization that relies entirely on its volunteers.

In addition to promoting longstanding Scottish cultural traditions for our talented, athletic and dedicated highland dancers, our goal is promote structure, friendship, sportsmanship, travel, and enjoyment.

Governance

Executive Officers for 2025-2026:

President:   Alysha Dingwall

Vice-President: Sam Delhey

Secretary: Kelly McLeod

Treasurer: Sarah Lepage

Our Directors for 2025-2026:

Registrar: Kelsey Lalonde

Competition Secretary: Amie McNicol

Director of Publicity & Membership: Richard Waugh

Awards Directors: Marie Josee Menard

Piper & Judge Director:  Angela Wood

Music & Master of Ceremonies: Grace McAlear

Director of Scrutineering: Jen McIntosh

Marshalling Director: Caroline Taylor

Fundraising Director: Mandy Lemire

Scholarship Director: Megan Jarvo

Kitchen Coordinator: Jan Kennedy