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Fiona Coughlin

CFRE
Director (Ontario Builder Experience)

Fiona joined Tarion’s Board in 2023 and her current term expires in 2028. Fiona currently serves as a member of the Investment Committee, Stakeholder Committee and the Human Resources & Compensation Committee.

She is a passionate advocate for affordable housing and has devoted her career to opening doors to prosperity by building with families living in core housing need. With over two decades of experience, she is known for her collaborative leadership and ability to unite partners and stakeholders around innovative, community-based housing solutions.

Since 2017, Fiona has served as the Executive Director and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex. Under her leadership, the organization has expanded its impact, building homes in Windsor, Leamington, and Kingsville, and leading the construction of Canada’s first 3D printed homes — including the first multi-unit 3D printed residential building in North America.

Her background spans housing advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and systems-level collaboration. She previously held senior roles at the Downtown Mission and Caledon Community Services. Fiona also served on the board of the Windsor Essex Home Builders Association, the City of Windsor Housing Advisory Committee, and as president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Southwestern Ontario Chapter.

In 2024, Fiona was awarded the Premier’s Award for Community Service. She has also received the YMCA Peace Medal and the Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce Professional of the Year Award, recognizing her leadership and dedication to advancing affordable housing solutions in Ontario.