We are honoured to welcome Vic Gayed as our guest speaker for this year’s retreat.
Victor has been married to his wife Debbie for 38 years, and together they have built a beautiful family with two daughters and three young grandchildren. His life reflects a deep commitment to both faith and service.
With 25 years of pastoral leadership in communities including Port Rowan, Flamborough, and Lindsay, Victor has spent decades walking alongside individuals and families through life’s most meaningful and challenging moments.
In the past decade, his calling has extended into frontline support roles. Victor has served as a chaplain with Kawartha Lakes Police Service, worked full-time as Chaplain in correctional facilities including Central East Correctional Centre and Sprucedale Youth Centre, and now serves as Chaplain with the Ontario Provincial Police (West Region) as well as Haldimand County Emergency Services.
Victor brings a unique and compassionate perspective shaped by years of supporting first responders, individuals in crisis, and their families. His heart for people and steady presence make him a powerful voice of encouragement, resilience, and hope.