Founder's Profile
The healthcare vision behind our company
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan
Founding Visionary (In Memoriam)
"In 2009, I arrived in Canada with big dreams and an unwavering vision for the future. Through determination and hard work, I built Elite Intellicare from a small home office into a trusted name in healthcare staffing."
A Vision Born from Dreams
In 2009, Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan arrived in Canada with big dreams and an unwavering vision for the future. Her journey was one of determination, resilience, and an unshakeable belief in the power of healthcare to transform lives.
By 2015, while pregnant with her son Lance, she began shaping the idea of a healthcare staffing agency – one that would allow her to pursue her professional purpose while cherishing family time. Through late nights of research, planning and sheer determination, her vision slowly came to life.
Founder's Journey Timeline
From arriving in Canada with big dreams to launching Elite Intellicare, follow Ihya's inspiring journey of determination and vision.
2009
The Beginning
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan arrives in Canada with big dreams and an unwavering vision for the future. This marked the start of an incredible journey that would eventually transform the healthcare staffing industry.
2015
Vision Takes Shape
While pregnant with her son Lance, Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan begins shaping the idea of a healthcare staffing agency – one that would allow her to pursue her professional purpose while cherishing family time.
August 2015
Company Launch
Through late nights of research, planning and sheer determination, her vision slowly came to life. From a small home office in Steinbach, she officially launched Elite Intellicare – taking the first bold step towards what would soon grow into a trusted name in healthcare staffing.
Today
Continued Growth
Elite Intellicare has grown into a trusted name in healthcare staffing, successfully connecting qualified healthcare professionals with medical facilities while maintaining the highest standards of quality and care.
The Vision That Started It All
The Dream She Pursued
Arriving in Canada in 2009 with big dreams and an unwavering vision for the future, Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan saw the potential to create something meaningful that would balance professional fulfillment with family values.
The Solution She Envisioned
While pregnant with her son Lance in 2015, Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan began shaping the idea of a healthcare staffing agency that would allow her to pursue her professional purpose while cherishing family time.
The Determination She Showed
Through late nights of research, planning and sheer determination, her vision slowly came to life. From a small home office in Steinbach, she took the first bold step towards building a trusted name in healthcare staffing.
In Her Own Words
"In 2009, I arrived in Canada with big dreams and an unwavering vision for the future. By 2015, while pregnant with my son Lance, I began shaping the idea of a healthcare staffing agency – one that would allow me to pursue my professional purpose while cherishing family time."
— Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan, Founding Visionary
Leadership Philosophy
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan's leadership style is rooted in her personal journey, her unwavering determination, and her deep understanding of balancing professional ambition with family values.
Lead by Example
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan believes that true leadership comes from understanding the challenges your team faces. Her personal journey of building a business while balancing family life allows her to lead with empathy and practical wisdom.
Foster Growth
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan is passionate about creating opportunities for healthcare professionals to advance their careers while maintaining work-life balance. Her vision extends to helping others achieve both professional success and personal fulfillment.
Build Community
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan understands that healthcare is fundamentally about community. She works to build bridges between professionals and facilities, creating lasting partnerships that benefit everyone while fostering a supportive environment for both work and family life.
In Memoriam
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan
Founding Visionary
Though Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan is no longer with us, her vision, determination, and unwavering commitment to healthcare excellence continue to guide everything we do at Elite Intellicare Staffing. Her legacy lives on through every healthcare professional we place, every facility we serve, and every life we touch.
"Her dream of creating a healthcare staffing agency that would balance professional purpose with family values has become the foundation upon which Elite Intellicare continues to build and grow."
— Elite Intellicare Leadership Team
Her Legacy Continues
Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan's vision continues to guide Elite Intellicare Staffing as we honor her memory by upholding the values she held dear: creating meaningful connections between healthcare professionals and facilities while maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity, and work-life balance.
"The future of healthcare staffing isn't just about filling positions—it's about building communities of excellence where every professional can thrive, maintain work-life balance, and every facility can provide the best possible care to their patients."
— Ma Theresa "Ihya" Sy Galauran-Ilagan, Founding Visionary (In Memoriam)