The Board of Directors of Community Futures is comprised of up to 13 residents from the 16/37 Region. Directors will be at least 18 years of age and possess a good knowledge of the economic, business and social components of the community they represent. The Directors will be prepared to commit time and energy in guiding the activities and managing the affairs of Community Futures 16/37. The majority of the Board will make themselves available, whenever possible, for meetings.
The Board of Directors of Community Futures 16/37 represents our widespread area and reflects the diverse communities and cultures that make up our "Community of Communities".
Our Board of Directors are all volunteers who are dedicated to the mission of Community Futures 16/37. Our current Board of Directors are:
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Blair Pylot – Chair
Director since April 2009 Represents Terrace
Blair has been a volunteer for Community Futures 16/37 since 2005 serving on various committees for the organization. Blair became a Board Director in April 2009 and was elected Vice-Chair at the June 2009 AGM elections. His dedication and business background has made him a valuable member and director for the Community Futures 16/37 team. Blair has resided in Terrace since April 1987. He started at Kalum Tire Service in 1987 and bought portions since 1989. He has been a full owner since 2004. He enjoys spending play time with his young family, golfing and lake activities |
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Bridie O’Brien Vice Chair
Director since April 2005 Represents the Hazeltons
Currently works for the Storytellers Foundation. She was the Executive Director of the Gitanmaax Band Council and was on the Economic Development staff for the Gitksan communities. |
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Billie Belcher Secretary Treasurer
Director since February 1997 Represents Stewart and area
Billie was elected secretary/treasurer in June 2000, co-chaired and has served as chair. Billie moved to Stewart in 1988 and is involved with the Stewart Public Library, Stewart Historical Society, Chair of onewayout.net. Billie is also a Stewart Councillor. She owns and operates B Belcher Accounting. |
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Marylin Davies – Past Chair
Director since June 1999 Represents Terrace
Marylin has lived in Terrace since 1963. Marylin was active in starting the Pacific Northwest Music Festival. Throughout the past 40 years, she has given her time to executive positions on BC Ladies Golf, BC Winter Games, Northern BC Games and Dr. R.E.M. Lee Hospital Foundation. She is currently serving her 2nd term as Terrace City Councillor and is Chair of the UNBC Northern Medical Trust. |
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Bill Hickman
Director since December 2001 Represents Kitimat
Bill has served two terms as vice-chair, one term as Chair and now serves as Past Chair. Bill has been a strong community supporter personally and through his profession for many years. He has been involved with the Kitimat Economic Development Commission, the Airport Society and the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce (received a first ever fellowship for outstanding achievement).
Bill recently received the Al McCracken Award at the 2011 CF Conference in Dawson Creek. Congratulations Bill! |
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Lindsay Grant
Director since December 2001 Represents Kitamaat Village
Lindsay Grant is a member of the Haisla Nation of Kitamaat Village. He is a former Councilor for Kitamaat Village Council, having served as elected member and chair person of the following portfolios: Finance, Education and Community Development.
He has served on various committees such as Kitamaat Athletic Club, Kitamaat/Kitimat Annual Basketball Committee (volunteer judge). He also volunteers for "Music and Friends". He maintains a strong commitment to contributing to his community in any way possible. |
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Rick McDaniel
Director since June 2011 Represents Terrace |
| No Image Available | Patricia Lynn
Alternate Director since June 15, 2010 Represents Stewart and Area
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Louis Louie
Director since January 1987 -HONORARY DIRECTOR December 2011 Represents Iskut and area
Mr. Louie is one of our founding directors and has served on the board throughout a number of program changes. Louis has been an active and stable board member serving the interest of the north while offering a varied cultural perspective to the board discussions. Mr. Louie was Chief Councillor of the Iskut Band for over 30 years and is now retired.
He says he has come a long way for a man who was born "way out in the sticks." |
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Alternate Director since June 15, 2010 Represents Iskut and area
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Gayleen Day
Director since June 2005 Represents Tahltan and Telegraph Creek
Gayleen has worked for the mining exploration companies in the Tahltan territories for the past few years. Prior to that she has worked in the family business, Shesley River Outfitters. Gayleen brings a wealth of experience and a pragmatic approach to economic development in the Telegraph Creek and Dease Lake area. |
