About

Welcome To Queenie's Toy Library!

We are a non-profit organization that caters for all children in Sudbury, Ontario

An Early Intervention Initiative & Parent Support Group

A Little About Us

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering parents, caregivers, and children through early intervention strategies, play, and connection. Our mission is to raise awareness about developmental disabilities affecting children and providing early intervention strategies for parents navigating the diagnosis and funding process

Our Story:
Queenie’s Toy Library was founded by Kelu Ogunleye, a passionate advocate for all children as well as children with developmental disabilities or delays and community building. Our journey began with a simple idea: to create a shared space where families could access developmental toys, resources, and parental support.

Our Values:

Inclusion, Empowerment, Community, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Hope.

Our Vision: Transforming wait times into opportunities by empowering all children and parents to thrive through constructive play, community, and connection.

We envision a world where every child has access to quality play experiences, regardless of background or socioeconomic status.

Join us in our mission to empower families and build a brighter future for all children!

Highly Trained Professionals

Board of Directors

Kelu Ogunleye

Founder & Executive Director

Meet Kelu Ogunleye, founder of Queenie’s Toy Library, a resilient and visionary leader dedicated to empowering families. With a strong background in Developmental Services from Cambridge College, Kelu has transformed her personal experiences and challenges into a catalyst for positive change.

Inspired by her child’s remarkable progress overcoming speech delays and language disorders, Kelu recognized the need for accessible resources and support. Despite facing financial constraints and limited access to speech therapy, she persevered.

Guided by a profound spiritual calling to serve and support others, Kelu channeled her passion and faith into creating Queenie’s Toy Library. This nonprofit organization provides vital resources, information, developmental toys, and books for children of all ages, bridging gaps and fostering inclusive growth.

Alongside a diverse team of dedicated community members, each bringing unique professional experiences and expertise, Kelu has assembled a powerful coalition to drive Queenie’s Toy Library’s success. Together, they harness their collective strength, passion, and commitment to support families from all walks of life.

In 2018 Kelu embarked on a courageous journey to Canada as a newcomer, driven by hope and determination and as a

Soul support parent of two Kelu’s journey embodies resilience and determination. Currently pursuing Indigenous Social Work studies at Laurentian University, her understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of Indigenous communities deepens her commitment to making a meaningful impact.

Through Queenie’s Toy Library, Kelu and her team aim to ensure no family navigates adversity alone, cultivating a supportive community where parents can thrive and create a brighter future for their children. Her remarkable journey serves as a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of spiritual purpose, collective collaboration, and community-driven change.

Arielle Mupfasoni, CPA, CGA

Arielle is a mother, a sister, a first-generation immigrant to Canada and a chartered professional accountant by trade. She strongly believes that a positive attitude, determination, and belief in oneself can play a crucial role in achieving success and growth both personally and professionally. Arielle is passionate about fitness and wellness and enjoy spending time with friends and family and giving back to the community. Arielle has experience in Accounting, Assurance Service, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Taxation, Budget Management, Internal control and Process Improvement in various Profit and Not-For-Profit organizations.

Arlene Williams, RECE

Arlene is a Registered Early Childhood Educator / Educational Assistant with over 5 years of experience. am very passionate about working with children in various educational settings. She believes that every child is unique and has their own learning style and also believes in meeting each child where they are developmentally.

As an educator, she has gained a wide range of experience working with various types of students with special needs, which includes ADHD and autism spectrum disorder.

Orith Benjamin

Orith Benjamin is a dedicated community leader and seasoned professional with extensive experience in public service, currently working at York Region. With a passion for social impact, Orith brings expertise in policy development, community engagement, and strategic planning to Queenie’s Toy Library Board of Directors. Described by colleagues and peers as compassionate, results-driven, and a collaborative leader, Orith possesses exceptional strategic thinking, community outreach, and communication skills. Her commitment to creating positive change and supporting vulnerable populations makes her a valuable asset to our Board, and we are grateful for her expertise, empathy, and dedication to Queenie’s Toy Library’s mission.

Williane Kanyamuneza

Williane immigrated to Canada at a young age. A passionate learner, she enjoyed school and embraced every opportunity to expand her knowledge. This love for learning ultimately inspired her to pursue a career in speech-language pathology. Today, she works as both a private clinician and a university lecturer, using her skills to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adults in her practice.

Deeply committed to her community, Williane actively contributes to community initiatives designed to support the integration of newcomers in Sudbury. With enthusiasm and dedication, she skillfully balances her professional journey, community involvement, and family life.