Sources is an internationally-accredited, community-based, not-for-profit society that has served as a dependable source of help, encouragement and hope for individuals and families in White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, Parksville and beyond since 1978.

Our agency touches the lives of thousands of people from across the Lower Mainland, Northern B.C. and Vancouver Island each year. To serve them, we offer a variety of programs through more than 20 locations, including Community Resource Centres.

We welcome people of all genders, races, cultures, ethnicities and abilities. We strive to create more vibrant and resilient communities by offering support to children, youth, families, persons with disabilities, seniors, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who are coping with isolation, addiction, mental illness, poverty, disability and conflict. We are here – for you or someone you care about.  www.sourcesbc.ca

Patti began her career in 1986 with zero experience, working in a small brokerage on the Sunshine Coast which was then acquired by Westland Insurance in 1994. She was able to successfully complete her CAIB designation and worked as an Insurance Advisor for several years before being promoted to a Branch Manager. Since then, Patti has held several Regional Sales Manager roles and was eventually promoted to a Director role where she focused a lot of her efforts on acquisitions as Westland continued and continues to grow in both British Columbia and Alberta. In 2020, Patti had an opportunity to move into a Vice President, Personal Insurance role which also gave her with the opportunity to return home to BC which she was thrilled about. Currently Patti, still holds the same position. She is passionate about people and her main goal is to always ensure both our clients and employees feel valued. On a personal note, Patti is a mother to two grown daughters and in her spare time she likes to workout, golf, and travel.

Brella offers services under three banners: Adult Day Program; Community Services; and Dementia, Caregiver, and Family Services.

While our organization has progressed over the years, the foundational ideology is still relevant. Our founding members articulated objectives back then that remain in our lexicon today.

These include:

to connect isolated adults,
to develop social skills,
to provide recreational activities,
to delay institutionalized living, and
to contribute to emotional and physical well-being.

Our community can always count on Brella’s 59 team members and over 70 volunteers to empower aging adults, friends and family members and support them in their lives journey. Our person-centred services are nimble and responsive to address the unique needs of the people we serve.

Together, we can create a caring community! Volunteers

Our volunteers are an integral part of our team and they help ensure that we are able to deliver programs of quality to our participants. Volunteering provides a vital service to the community and also gives back to the volunteer. Our volunteers share a desire to connect with others and to make a difference. We have various roles to suit your skillset and timeframes and we would be happy to have you join our community of support.

Louise has spent the past 15 years working in senior administration positions for several top BC companies. Louise has been a community influencer, volunteer and fundraiser for many years with the last six in White Rock where she had served as Vice Chair for the Tour de White Rock, a board member of White Rock Festival of Lights and is currently a member of the White Rock Soroptimsts International. Louise is an authentic leader and connector. She is dedicated to strengthening community through building bridges and identifying opportunities for engagement. Louise is passionate about the arts and is a Charity Auctioneer, Fine Art Consult, and is pursuing her levels WSet Wine education. Louise lives in White Rock with her partner of 23 years and two most loved fur babies, Lola and Sophie.

My primary duties are to examine the bloodstain pattern evidence at crime scenes and on exhibits through crime scene attendance, photograph reviews and examination of bloodstained exhibits, and to provide an interpretation of the events that led to the creation of those bloodstain patterns. What I like about my current role – Being a member of the Forensic Identification Services and the Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Unit is both rewarding and challenging. The work is interesting,

I have had the opportunity to travel throughout British Columbia to examine crime scenes, and my evidence can be important to the criminal investigation. Career advice I wish I had been given in high school – Explore and try different things. You never know what might interest you.

Chantelle Foster:

Examination of crime scenes, crime vehicles, and crime scene exhibits. Detecting, recording, collecting, and preserving fingerprints, physical evidence, and source DNA. Analyzing, comparing, and evaluating fingerprints. Every day is different, one day I might be out at a crime scene, processing evidence in the lab, or helping with a burnt vehicle exam, and the next I am analyzing and comparing fingerprints, writing reports, or conducting experiments. Career advice I wish I was given while in high school – To network, talk to teachers, professors, and people that are in careers you are interested in and get information. I didn’t really learn this until I was in 2nd year university. Once I started talking to professors about my interests, they gave me other resources and people to talk to and that is how I created my Co-op with the RCMP forensic unit.

Inderjit Mann is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified General Accountant (CGA), and Master in Commerce (India), with over 10 years of Canadian Accounting Experience in public practice.

www.mannaccountingsolutions.com

Prior to becoming a Youth Probation Officer, Wendy Cahill/ Stevenson, worked with and volunteered at various social service agencies including distress centers, CAS, Community Living, and most notably Covenant House. She was one of the first workers there when it opened its doors in Vancouver. Wendy has been a Youth Probation officer for over 20 years. She also worked on a Provincial project for one year with respect to poverty reduction.

Wendy became the Restorative Youth Justice Conference facilitator within youth justice in 2013. She has practiced the philosophy throughout her experience in youth justice. She believes in community engagement, collaboration and that it takes a village to raise our children and serve our families.

In 2019 Wendy joined the Quality Assurance team within MCFD and specializes in Youth Justice as a Practice Analyst.

Wendy has a degree in psychology and honours criminology. She has certificates in substance misuse through the justice institute of BC and completed the youth probation readiness program there in 2000. She continues to be upgrading her skills and knowledge by working on a conflict resolution certificate at the JIBC.

Wendy is the proud mother of two daughters!