OUR PEOPLE

Meet the Team behind IRSSS.

From frontline support to leadership and operations, our team is dedicated to advancing healing and reconciliation. Together, we work to provide culturally informed services and advocacy for Indigenous communities across British Columbia.

IRSSS Executive Team

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Angela White
Angela White

Executive Director

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Paul Plater
Paul Plater

Chief Financial Officer

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Barb Morin
Barb Morin

Director, People and Policy

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Veronica Haddon
Veronica Haddon

Director, Programs

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Interior Regional Team

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Pamela Eyles
Pamela Eyles

Cultural Services Manager

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Grant Alphonse
Grant Alphonse

Resolution Health Support Worker

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Shirley David
Shirley David

Resolution Health Support Worker

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Gail Jones
Gail Jones

Senior Manager

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Barbie Whiskeyjack
Barbie Whiskeyjack

Wellness Worker - MMIWG

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Norma Stump
Norma Stump

Wellness Worker - MMIWG

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Fraser Salish Regional Team

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Wesley Scott
Wesley Scott

Senior Manager

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Sadie McPhee
Sadie McPhee

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Alexandra O'Donaghey
Alexandra O'Donaghey

Wellness Worker - MMIP

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Northern Regional Team

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Henry Morgan
Henry Morgan

Resolution Health Support Worker

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Adrienne Greyeyes
Adrienne Greyeyes

Indian Day School Coordinator

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Christina Draegen
Christina Draegen

Resolution Health Support Worker

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Gail Jones
Gail Jones

Senior Manager

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Alanna Moore
Alanna Moore

Wellness Worker - MMIWG

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Connie Greyeyes
Connie Greyeyes

Wellness Worker - MMIWG

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Jolene Paquette
Jolene Paquette

Wellness Worker - MMIWG

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Loretta Roberts
Loretta Roberts

Admin Assistant

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Vancouver Coastal Regional Team

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Jody Okabe
Jody Okabe

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Gene Guss
Gene Guss

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Wesley Scott
Wesley Scott

Senior Manager

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Gertie Pierre
Gertie Pierre

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Paulena Smith
Paulena Smith

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Richard Wolff
Richard Wolff

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Wendall Williams
Wendall Williams

Wellness Worker - RHSW

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Chas Coutlee
Chas Coutlee

Wellness Worker - RHSW - Counsellor

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Crisis Line & Counselling

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Janis Harris
Janis Harris

Counsellor

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Daisy Elliott
Daisy Elliott

Crisis Line Manager

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Child Family Trauma Informed Health & Cultural Support

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Stephanie L. Pennier
Stephanie L. Pennier

Trauma Informed Cultural Support

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Tianna Guilbault
Tianna Guilbault

Trauma Informed Cultural Support

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Daniel Joe
Daniel Joe

Trauma Informed Cultural Support

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Leticia Racine
Leticia Racine

Trauma Informed Cultural Support

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Tara William
Tara William

Manager, Settlement Claims Support

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Finance

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Anila Hashwani
Anila Hashwani

Assistant Controller

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Jae Hyung Park
Jae Hyung Park

Accountant

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Gina Gillis
Gina Gillis

Senior Finance Clerk

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Shatha Muhsen
Shatha Muhsen

Senior Accountant

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Marj Woods
Marj Woods

Finance Clerk

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Head Office & Administration

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Grace Henry
Grace Henry

Office Manager

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Crystal Schmitz
Crystal Schmitz

People/HR Manager

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Carol Stegman
Carol Stegman

Admin / Scheduler

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Andrew Stilwell
Andrew Stilwell

Admin / Tech Assistant

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Communications, Engagement & Development

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Taja De Silva
Taja De Silva

Marketing Communications Brand Specialist

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Kristen Bob
Kristen Bob

Community Engagement Coordinator

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Jeremy Jones
Jeremy Jones

Community Engagement Manager

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Stephanie Holmes
Stephanie Holmes

Community Engagement Coordinator

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Shawna McKay
Shawna McKay

Communications Manager

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April Helm
April Helm

Development Coordinator

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SUPPORT & HEALING

Culturally Rooted Services for Indigenous Communities.

We offer compassionate support for Survivors, families, and communities impacted by the Residential School system. Our services are guided by cultural knowledge, trauma-informed care, and a commitment to healing.

LAMATHUT CRISIS LINE 24/7 SUPPORT: 1 (800) 721-0066