John Shamoon is a graduate of Fanshawe College where he earned a Diploma in the Developmental Services Worker program. His career has been devoted to serving a diverse population of individuals. His experience comes from day programs, treatment facilities, group homes and the school system. Although his focus has remained in the area of acquired brain injuries, much of his experience comes from serving people with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders and extremes in behaviour, such as self-injury and suicidal gestures/attempts.

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In the community, John is a past President of the Board of Directors with the Brain Injury Association of London and Region where he served for 9 years. He was also a member of the Helmets on Kids Committee for 9 years. The Helmets on Kids Community Partnership was started by the Brain Injury Association of London & Region along with the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association in 2002. Since its first event held in London, Ontario, this initiative has distributed more than 15,000 helmets to students. This program is intended to put a helmet on the head of every child who needs one and provides education and awareness about bicycle helmet use. In addition, the program also includes a video presentation and educational material for distribution at local schools. John was also on a committee with the Spinal Cord Injury Ontario as a London, Ontario representative for 4 years.

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John is married and father of three. In his spare time, he keeps a close eye on the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League.