My involvement in the community has taken many forms over the years, shaped by a belief that strong communities are built through consistent engagement, shared responsibility, and care for one another. This work has included nonprofit leadership, volunteer involvement, and participation in civic and community spaces where local decisions and lived experience intersect.

Rather than a comprehensive list, this page highlights the types of community work I’ve been most engaged in and the areas where I’ve focused my time and attention.

Food Security & Community Care

I’ve spent significant time supporting initiatives that address food insecurity and basic needs, particularly for individuals and families facing rising costs and changing neighbourhood conditions. This work has reinforced the importance of community-based responses, partnerships between organizations, and policies that recognize food access as a cornerstone of wellbeing and dignity.

Aging, Health & Wellbeing

Supporting people as they age, remain connected, and access care within their communities has been a consistent area of focus. My involvement in this space reflects a broader interest in how housing, health, caregiving, and social supports intersect, and how local systems can better support aging with dignity and choice.

Nonprofit Leadership & Governance

Much of my community work has involved serving in leadership and governance roles within volunteer-led and nonprofit organizations. This has included board service, strategic planning, fundraising, and navigating periods of organizational change. Through this work, I’ve gained a practical understanding of governance, accountability, and the realities faced by organizations delivering services at the community level.

Civic Engagement & Local Participation

I’ve remained actively engaged in civic spaces through public meetings, community consultations, and local initiatives focused on transparency, collaboration, and good governance. I believe civic engagement extends beyond election cycles and includes ongoing participation in the conversations and processes that shape how decisions are made locally.

How I Think About Community Work

Across all of these areas, I approach community work as an ongoing practice rather than a series of outcomes. I value listening, learning from lived experience, and working collaboratively across perspectives and sectors. The goal is not visibility, but contribution — supporting efforts that strengthen community wellbeing and public trust over time.

This work continues to inform how I think about community, governance, and the role local systems play in shaping everyday life.