A volunteer board of directors oversees the Centre. Board membership is a volunteer post that is obtained through careful interviewing and vetting to ensure the makeup of the Board is indicative of the population we serve, along with the work items noted within the agency’s strategic plan. The Board holds a regular meeting every other month. Individual board members are expected to participate in committee work, and special meetings may be called as needed. Board member terms are 2-3 years or until an event causes a Board vacancy, per the Welcome Centre bylaws. The Board has several active committees at any given time, which may include staff involvement.
Julie Fraser, Board Chair
2018-Present
Angelo Ciardella, General Member
2023-Present
Emily Borland, General Member
2023-Present
Erika Gertz, Board Secretary
2022-Present
Janine Walker, General Member
2023-Present
Josh Koptiej, General Member
2023-Present
Julie Santarossa, Vice Chair
2020-Present
Paul Renaud, General Member
2019-Present
Bob Price, General Member
2023-Present
Shelby Odom, General Member
2023-Present
Taylor North, General Member
2022-Present