Member Involvement

Committees and Advisory Boards

Members provide invaluable insight and direction for the Association, participate on numerous committees and advisory boards throughout the year, and play an active role in the production of BCRPA conferences, as well as the planning and delivery of courses, workshops, etc.  The following is a sample of member working groups.


Conversation Corner

We also provide a way that members can get involved with each other, through the sharing of information, best practices, and general conversations on the issues and topics that are affecting their work and their communities.

Conversation Corner Standalone Conversation Corner - a place where recreation and parks professionals across BC share information and resources and engage in conversations about issues, challenges, and successes. Join the conversation!

Committees and Advisory Boards

BCRPA Regional Liaisons

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Each BCRPA region in the province is led by a member Regional Liaison who serves as a leader and communication link between BCRPA members, their regional colleagues and Board Directors. They also act as a voice for their region's priorities, challenges and needs, helping to inform our advocacy, training, special events and professional development.

Click here to view the BCRPA Regions Map and list of local government members.

 

BCRPA Regional Liaisons

Steve Knoke R
VANCOUVER ISLAND/COAST

Steve Knoke
Tel: 250-412-8509
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Roger Weetman WebLori Bowie
SEA TO SKY

Roger Weetman
Tel: 604-935-8355
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Danielle Pope

FRASER VALLEY

Danielle Pope
Send an email

Jaimee Stokes

Fraser Valley (Additional Leadership Support)

Jaimee Stokes
Send an email

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THOMPSON/OKANAGAN

Cheryl Wiebe
Tel: 250-545-5304
Send an email

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KOOTENAYS

Heather Anderson
Tel: 250-365-3386
Send an email

Alissa Macmullin R
NORTHWEST

Alissa MacMullin
Tel: 250-637-1192
Send an email

Vanessa Harris Rl
NORTHEAST

Vanessa Harris
Tel: 250-794-3271
Send an email

Robyn Mcconkey Web
CARIBOO

Robyn McConkey
Tel: 250-561-7649
Send an email

Steve Kellock Bw Web
BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO REGIONAL LIAISONS

Steve Kellock

 

Organizing Committees/Working Groups

Fitness Advisory Committee (FAC)

Fitness Advisory Committee Members provide recommendations, professional advice, information and support to the BCRPA on matters relating to the development, promotion and advocacy efforts of the BCRPA Fitness Registration Program and the National Fitness Leadership Alliance (NFLA) national standard in BC.

Fitness Advisory Committee Members include:

  • Brian Justin, Kinesiology Instructor, University of the Fraser Valley
  • Crystal Symington, Health and Fitness Programmer, North Cowichan
  • Debra Wilson, BCRPA Supervisor of Fitness Leaders (SFL)
  • Kelly McCann, BCRPA Supervisor of Fitness Leaders (SFL)
  • Jaimee Stokes, BCRPA Trainer of Fitness Leaders (TFL)
  • Lela Dawson, BCRPA Trainer of Fitness Leaders (TFL)
  • Marika Francois, BCRPA Supervisor of Fitness Leaders (SFL)
  • Stephanie Campbell, BCRPA Registered Fitness Leader
  • Vanessa Der, BCRPA Trainer of Fitness Leaders (TFL)

Parks Professional Pathways Program Committee

The 2025 Parks Professional Pathways Program Committee includes:

  • Brian Forrester, City of Coquitlam
  • Egan Davis, City of Richmond
  • Erika Mashig, City of New Westminster
  • Jacqueline Lowe, Township of Langley
  • Judiete Bosman, District of Tofino
  • Neal Aven, City of Surrey
  • Tiffany Bently, District of West Vancouver
  • Zahra Chan-Khan, University of British Columbia

Symposium Program Committee

BCRPA's Symposium 2025 Program Committee includes:

  • Allison Muniak, Health Quality BC
  • Heather Beatty, viaSport BC
  • Jasmin Ma, University of British Columbia
  • Jennifer Folkersen, Langara College
  • Jodi Mucha, BC Healthy Communities Society
  • Kimiko Hirakida, Lifesasving Society - BC & Yukon
  • Lisa O'Daly, City of Penticton
  • Rachael Ince, Capital Regional District
  • Sage Kruger, Trails BC
  • Stephanie Nicoll-Russell, Resort Municipality of Whistler
  • Traci Addison, City of Burnaby

BCFit® Planning Committee

The BCFit®'24 Planning Committee includes:

  • Chad Benson, City of White Rock
  • Elena Verescu, North Vancouver Community Centre
  • Jay Deo, District of Squamish
  • Kat Fournier, Township of Langley
  • Kim Darcey, SKY Personal Training & Fitness
  • Lauralee March, Township of Langley
  • Rhonda Jackson, City of Burnaby
  • Sue McCulloch, City of Surrey
  • Vanessa Der, City of Surrey

Ripple Effects Planning Committee

The 2023 Ripple Effects Conference Planning Committee includes:

  • Charity Nelson, City of Fort St. John
  • Debi Jones, City of Richmond
  • Kimiko Hirakida, Lifesaving Society
  • Lauralee March, Township of Langley
  • Michelle Wilcox, District of Squamish
  • Sean Healy, City of Maple Ridge
  • Stephane Delisle, University of British Columbia
  • Teriney McGuire, City of Fort St. John

Empower Youth Conference Committee

The 2024 Empower YOUth! Conference Planning Committee includes:

  • Gabe Dennis, Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation
  • Jennifer Folkersen, Langara College
  • Kristine Lewis, City of Burnaby
  • Omar Rajan, City of Richmond
  • Paolo Zenone, City of New Westminster
  • Sally Chan, Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation
  • Shannon Brundrett, Port Coquitlam