Team > Board of Directors

Don Lindsay

Chair, Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

Chair, Manulife Financial Corporation

Don Lindsay

Chair, Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

Chair, Manulife Financial Corporation

Don Lindsay recently stepped down as President and CEO of Teck Resources Limited after a successful 18 years with Canada’s largest diversified mining, mineral processing and metallurgical company. Mr. Lindsay’s previous experience includes almost two decades with CIBC World Markets Inc., where he ultimately served as President after periods of Head of Investment and Corporate Banking and Head of the Asia Pacific Region. Mr. Lindsay is Chair of the Board of Manulife Financial Corporation, one of Canada’s largest financial institutions. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Alpine Canada, York House School, and is an Honorary Governor of the Royal Ontario Museum. He was previously Chair of the Business Council of Canada, Chair of the International Council on Mining and Metals, as well as Chair of the Board of Governors for Mining and Metals at the World Economic Forum. He earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mining Engineering from Queen’s University and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, and has been the recipient of an Honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Windsor and Honorary Doctorate of Technology from the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

Alaina Mundy

Co-Captain, Invictus Games 2023 Team Canada

Health Care Administration Officer, Canadian Armed Forces

Alaina Mundy

Co-Captain, Invictus Games 2023 Team Canada

Health Care Administration Officer, Canadian Armed Forces

Alaina Mundy is a distinguished professional with a wealth of experience and expertise in service, leadership, and resilience. With a remarkable background in the Canadian Armed Forces spanning over 21 years, Alaina has exemplified dedication, commitment, and a strong sense of duty throughout her military career. Alaina is the third generation of soldiers in her family; this personal history of proud service to Canada drives her passion as a leader and advocate.

Having recently completed her Masters in Disaster and Emergency Management from American Military University, Alaina also holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Carleton University, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning and personal development. Her academic achievements, coupled with her military experience and community service, have uniquely positioned her as a valuable asset in navigating complex challenges with strategic foresight and agility.

Alaina’s role as Co-Captain of Team Canada at the Invictus Games 2023 in Dusseldorf speaks to her unwavering spirit, perseverance, and dedication to excellence. Her firsthand experience as an Invictus Games Competitor and Veteran brings a deep understanding of resilience, teamwork, and camaraderie to her role on the 2025 Vancouver Whistler Invictus Games Board of Directors.

Alaina knows first-hand how the Invictus Games can positively impact the lives of Soldiers, Veterans, and their families.

Residing in the National Capital Region with her recently retired husband, Alaina is an active community member, embodying a spirit of service in her personal and professional endeavors. She has worked with Girl Guides Canada for 30 years and takes great joy in being a role model for her Pathfinders and Rangers. Her passion for supporting her fellow Veterans, promoting inclusivity, and driving positive change makes her a uniquely engaged and empathetic member of the Board. In November 2023, Alaina’s team in the J1 Grievance Section at Canadian Forces Health Services was presented with the Deputy Minister of National Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff’s Team Impact Award for Anti-Racism and Inclusion.

With a proven track record of leadership, determination, and compassion, Alaina Mundy is poised to make a lasting impact in her role, leveraging her diverse skill set and unwavering dedication to further the Vancouver Whistler Invictus Games 2025 mission.

Carey Dillen

Treasurer, Invictus Games 2025

CEO, Snore MD

Carey Dillen

Treasurer, Invictus Games 2025

CEO, Snore MD

Carey has broad experience spanning startup to rapid growth environments and has contributed extensively to health, wellness, and sport communities locally, nationally, and internationally.

Currently, Carey is the CEO of Snore MD, a leader in respiratory health care focused on sleep apnea solutions including CPAP. Carey oversees the growth and development of high-quality patient-centric care in modern sleep clinics and virtually throughout Canada.

Carey has a track record of success in developing high-performing talent and leading teams through transition and crisis. As Vice-President Finance for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games, she was instrumental in the startup, growth and dissolution of the organization and she was an advisor to London 2012 and Sochi 2014 Olympic Games. Previous roles she has held include President & CEO of Afterglow Skin & Laser, President of YYOGA, as well as senior leadership roles with Boston Pizza, MEC and KPMG.

Carey contributes her time and expertise on a number of public and philanthropic boards. Currently, she is the Board Chair of GameOn Entertainment Technologies, Finance Chair of Hydreight Technologies and past Board Chair of One Girl Can. Previous board roles include Sport BC, SBC Insurance, BC Athletics, AllSport Insurance, and Americas’ Masters Games Committee.

Carey holds a Bachelor of Commerce, CPA-CA designation, and is a YWCA Women of Distinction finalist.

Dave Cobb

Managing Director of Corporate Development, Jim Pattison Group

Dave Cobb

Managing Director of Corporate Development, Jim Pattison Group

Dave joined The Jim Pattison Group in 2011 as Managing Director, Corporate Development. Dave’s primary focus is on supporting the group’s ambitious growth objectives through acquisitions, investments, and partnerships and in seeking new opportunities in new industries and markets. Dave is also involved in overseeing the company’s operating divisions and in a variety of operational-related activities.

Prior to joining The Jim Pattison Group, Dave served as the President & CEO of BC Hydro, one of the largest energy companies in Canada. This followed a six-year assignment where Dave was the Executive Vice-President and Deputy CEO of the Organizing Committee for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver. In this role, Dave had ultimate responsibility for all revenue generation activities, communications, finance and numerous operational functions. Prior to his Olympic role, Dave spent 12 years with Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League. During this time he moved from the CFO role to become Chief Operating Officer where he had responsibility for all business activities and represented the club on the NHL Board of Governors.

Dave was born and raised in Vancouver where he received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree at nearby Simon Fraser University. While at SFU Dave captained the varsity soccer team and won a national championship. After SFU, Dave went on to become a Chartered Professional Accountant and worked for five years with KPMG. He has also received his FCA designation.

David Mullen

Managing Director, Highland West Capital

David Mullen

Managing Director, Highland West Capital

Dave is a leading executive in the private equity industry with over 30 years experience in the financial sector. Dave spent the majority of his career as the Head of Private Equity for the Americas at HSBC, where he led merchant banking operations in Canada, US and Latin America with capital commitments in excess of $2 billion. In 2011 Dave led the spinout of both the US and Canadian subsidiaries of HSBC Capital to create Graycliff Partners and Fulcrum Capital Partners. Dave’s many years of experience in both the mezzanine and private equity markets has brought him a strong understanding of how to recognize opportunities and capitalize on such.

Dave continues his leadership as a founding Managing Director at Graycliff Partners, a New York City based middle market private equity firm, which has investments throughout the US and Latin America. In addition, Dave joined Highland West Capital in 2015 as a managing director. Highland West Capital Ltd. is a private equity firm that blends the depth of large fund experience with the flexibility of a family office.

Dave is past Chair for the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA), the principal private capital association for Canada. Dave also lends his time on a number of public and philanthropic boards.

Dax Aquilini

Vice President of Investments, Aquilini Group

Duncan Sinclair

Elected Chair, Deloitte Canada/Chile

Duncan Sinclair

Elected Chair, Deloitte Canada/Chile

Duncan is currently Chair of Deloitte Canada and Chile Board. He is also a member of the Deloitte Global Board including a member of the Governance, Risk and Membership Affairs Committees.

Over his 30-year career, Duncan’s professional activities include serving clients across six continents and multiple industries. Duncan has been a facilitator in various labs designed to help Chairs and Boards of Directors increase their operating efficiency and effectiveness. He has also been part of board assessment work in the public and private sector looking at how boards can create a shared agenda with their executive teams.

In addition to his professional responsibilities, Duncan is an active member in the community and currently serves on the Board of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. He is a member of the Advisory Board of the Global Projects Centre at Stanford University, the Lazaridis Institute at Wilfred Laurier University, and the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University.

Geneviève Bonin

Managing Director and Partner BCG & Board Member | True Patriot Love Foundation Partner

Geneviève Bonin

Managing Director and Partner BCG & Board Member | True Patriot Love Foundation Partner

Geneviève is a Managing Director and Partner with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). She focuses on building diverse high performing teams together to create impactful change and bring value to society. She is a leader in the BCG global public sector practice who brings a passion and focus on working with the Canadian public sector with a particular expertise in working with Defence & Security organizations. She is a thought leader on the topics of diversity, equity & inclusion, mental health & well being and leadership.

Building on her service as a Naval Engineering Officer in the Royal Canadian Navy, she also focuses on various philanthropic missions to support our serving members, veterans and their families. She serves on the Boards of the True Patriot Love Foundation, the Invictus Games 2025, the Royal Ottawa Hospital Institute for Mental Health Research and is a member of the Treble Victor group. She is a recipient of the Telfer School of Management Philos award and the Veterans Affairs Ministerial medal for distinctive contribution to society.

Geneviève graduated from the Royal Military College as a Chemical & Materials Engineer and holds an MBA from the Telfer School of Management. She is a Professional Engineer and Fellow Certified Management Consultant.

Keith Bridge

Sport Tourism Consultant

Keith Bridge

Sport Tourism Consultant

Keith, former owner/President of Team Sales Vancouver Island Ltd, is a lifelong Victorian. He attended University of Victoria and Laurentian University where he earned his Bachelor of Commerce in Sports Administration degree and led the Voyageurs to a CIAU National Soccer Championship. Upon graduation, Keith joined the Vancouver Whitecaps Soccer Club in the NASL as Team Administrator, working with professional athlete contracts and management. He was involved with the Club and assisted with the opening of BC Place Stadium.

Keith then began a 35-year career in the sportswear manufacturing industry with Team Sales, taking the small company to prominence with large contracts including Sobeys, UVic, CBC and the 1994 Commonwealth Games. Supplying the Games with the Volunteer’s and host CBC’s apparel, as well as producing the Opening and Closing Ceremonies costumes, helped establish Team Sales as a leading company in the industry. Keith also collaborated with local Indigenous artists under his company, Coastline Apparel, to successfully create unique products for the worldwide tourism industry.

Keith sold his companies in 2014 and has turned his attentions to consulting, mainly in the areas of sport and tourism, naturally. He is involved with and a member of such associations as Victoria Executive Management Club, Greater Victoria Sport Tourism Commission and Runsport Victoria Society. Keith is also privileged to be a member the BC Provincial Government’s Small Business Roundtable.

Keith has been working since 2017 to bring the Invictus Games to BC and looks forward to assisting with the Invictus Games 2025 Vancouver/Whistler.

Mark Poweska

CEO, Enmax

Mark Poweska

CEO, Enmax

Mark joined ENMAX in September 2022 as President and CEO. He previously served as President and CEO at Hydro One, where he led the launch of their strategy with a focus on safety, efficiency, customer service and community partnership.

Before joining Hydro One in 2019, Mark was the Executive Vice President, Operations at BC Hydro. He oversaw all aspects of operations in the organization’s electric system, serving approximately four million residential, commercial and industrial customers. During his tenure, Mark successfully led the merger of the former transmission and distribution organization with the generation organization to form one operations group with revenues of approximately $5 billion. Mark joined BC Hydro in 1993 and worked in several parts of the organization, including engineering, construction and procurement.

Mark graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a degree in mechanical engineering. He serves as Board Chair of Versant Power, is on the Board of Directors for the 2025 Invictus Games and participates on the CD Howe Energy Policy Council. He previously served on the Board of the Western Energy Institute, as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Ontario Energy Association, and was a Board Advisor to Yukon Energy.

Matthew Kelleher

Board Member, True Patriot Love Foundation | Partner McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Matthew Kelleher

Board Member, True Patriot Love Foundation | Partner McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Matthew is a partner of McCarthy Tétrault and Co-Head of its national Public Sector Group.

Matthew is ranked by Chambers & Partners, a peer-validated guide to the best lawyers in Canada, and is listed in the Canadian Lexpert Directory as a leading lawyer in the areas of corporate, mid-market and private equity.

Matthew has extensive experience leading complex and important mergers, acquisitions and other commercial transactions across a wide range of industries, particularly for public sector entities or private sector parties doing significant transactions with government. Matthew is often engaged on high-profile commercial transactions, with particular experience advising clients pursuing disruptive or transformative change within an industry or organization. His matters often involve public and governmental sensitivities or diverse stakeholder interests.

Matthew is a Director of The True Patriot Love Foundation, and a member of the Firm’s National Pro Bono Committee.

Michelle Collens

Director, Sport Hosting Vancouver

Natalie Marchesan

SVP, Global Head of Procurement & CAO Shared Services, Royal Bank of Canada

Natalie Marchesan

SVP, Global Head of Procurement & CAO Shared Services, Royal Bank of Canada

Natalie Marchesan joined RBC in 2018 as Global Head, Procurement where she leads a team responsible for all strategic sourcing activities associated with over $8 Billion of spend in addition to her CAO Shared Services operational accountabilities. Before joining RBC, Natalie was a Vice President at TELUS where she held many executive roles including Procurement, Customer Solutions Delivery for British Columbia, and Technology Infrastructure Capital Management.

Natalie also brings with her professional experience as a Strategic Management Consultant with The Monitor Group, advising Fortune 500 clients primarily in the US Healthcare and Biotechnology industries, along with more than a decade of experience as an officer in the Canadian Air Force where she served as an aviator on the C130 Hercules aircraft, flying global missions related to UN peacekeeping, NATO operations and remote search and rescue.

Natalie has a BSc from the Royal Military College of Canada and an MBA from Queen’s University. She lives in West Vancouver with her husband and teenage daughter.

Owen Matthews

Chairman, Alacrity Canada

Owen Matthews

Chairman, Alacrity Canada

Owen is a successful technology entrepreneur and investor. He is a General Partner at Wesley Clover and Chairman of the Alacrity Foundation. Owen has founded 20 companies throughout his career. These companies have generated over $850M in value for shareholders and driven over $150M in annual sales. He founded the Alacrity Foundation to support entrepreneurs and technology companies in Western Canada.

Owen’s current board positions are: Alacrity Foundation (Chair), Pacific Entrepreneurship Trust (Chair), SaaSquatch (Chair), Billi (Chair), HYAS, Quantotech and Revela.

At the University of Victoria, Owen studied computer sciences and psychology while running a web design firm and graphic arts studio. He received the 2016 University of Victoria Craigdarroch Award for Excellence in Research Partnerships, along with his colleagues, Dr. Thomas Darcie and Dr. Stephen Neville. He founded Newheights Software, which merged with Counterpath and ended up as a publicly listed company on Nasdaq with a $110M value and tens of millions in annual revenue.

Following his Newheights venture, Owen joined his family’s technology investment firm, Wesley Clover, as a General Partner. Wesley Clover is a 50 year old venture investment firm with investment funds in Canada, the US, the UK, Europe, India, Mexico and Turkey. Owen searches out new investment opportunities and manages existing portfolio companies.

His interest in mentoring young high-tech teams led him to found and chair the Alacrity Foundation. The foundation has established companies that have employed more than 400 people and have had a direct economic impact of $500 million in Western Canada. It has also helped bring over $325 million dollars of investment into the western Canadian technology ecosystem.

Owen is an active and charitable contributor in the community. He is on the Board of Governors for Power to Be Adventure Therapy Society, a non-profit organization that empowers people to explore their limitless abilities through inclusive adventures rooted in nature. He is on the Board of Directors for the Victoria Innovation, Advanced Technology and Entrepreneurship Council, Victoria’s one-stop hub connecting people, knowledge, and resources to grow and promote the local technology sector. He has served on the Board of the Children’s Health

Shaun Francis

Chair, True Patriot Love Foundation President | CEO, Medcan

Shaun Francis

Chair, True Patriot Love Foundation President | CEO, Medcan

Shaun Francis is the Chair and CEO of Medcan, a global leader in assessing their clients’ overall well-being and inspiring them to live well for life. In 2022 Medcan was recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

He is a recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Award, the Fraser Institute’s Founder’s Award, the Canadian Forces Medallion for Distinguished Service, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the Veterans Affairs Commendation, an Honorary Doctor of Laws from Canada’s Royal Military College, and the Meritorious Service Cross.

Shaun serves as the Vice Chair of the board of the Fraser Institute, and is the Chair of the True Patriot Love Foundation, which he founded to benefit Canada’s military families. He previously served on the boards of the Invictus Games Canada, which he collaborated with the Royal Foundation to bring to Toronto; the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR); Toronto Pearson Airport; Upper Canada College; and he was the Chair of both the Ontario Chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and the PC Ontario Fund.

Shaun has lived throughout the world with his wife and their three boys. His columns appear regularly in the National Post, and he has co-produced two documentaries on expeditions he led with injured Canadian soldiers summiting a Himalayan mountain and skiing to the Magnetic North Pole. Simon & Schuster published Shaun’s first book, Eat, Move, Think: The Path to a Healthier, Stronger Happier You, which debuted as a national bestseller in 2018.

Shaun earned his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science with honors and merit from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland after he received a nomination from President Reagan to attend as a Canadian. While there he also earned a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Canadian Army.

Virginia Cullen

Observer

Chief Adminstrative Officer, Resort Municipality of Whistler

Virginia Cullen

Observer

Chief Adminstrative Officer, Resort Municipality of Whistler

Virginia is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Whistler where she has lived and worked since 2019. Prior to moving to Whistler, Virginia was the Chief Operating Officer for BGC Engineering in Vancouver. She is passionate about leading organizations to set purpose driven strategies that create positive outcomes in the world. Her technical background in applied earth sciences lends a systems level perspective to leading projects and operations. She sees healthy relationships, continuous learning and adaptation as key elements of high-functioning teams and has developed operational processes and programs that support this view. Virginia was involved in supporting the Indigenous-led 2030 Olympic Games bid and very much enjoyed the opportunity to work closely with many people who value and recognize the healing and transformative power of sport.

Chief Dean Nelson

Political Chief, Lil’wat Nation

Chief Dean Nelson

Political Chief, Lil’wat Nation

Skalulmecw Chief Dean Nelson served two terms on council prior to being elected Political Chief of the Líl̓wat Nation in March 2015. He is the first chief to be elected under the new provision for a four-year term in office.

A former P.E. teacher at Xet’olacw Community School, Dean is a passionate proponent for Líl̓wat Youth. As a council member he was responsible for both the Youth and Recreation portfolios. Dean brings to the position of Political Chief experience, commitment and vision.

Entsas skalulmecw, my name is Dean Nelson. I have lived here my entire life. I attended the Mount Currie Indian Day School and Ts̓zil High School in the community where learning Lil̓wat7úl culture was greatly encouraged. To be presented the culture and to embrace our culture are two very different things. I have always believed that culture can save or condemn a First Nations person depending on where we are in life. I was fortunate to have key people at a crucial time in my life to assist me with the embracing and the practicing of the Lil̓wat7úl culture that would motivate me to where I am today culturally. As I begin my term as Political Chief for the Líl̓wat Nation, I am constantly thinking of the power of transformation and strong leadership.

I have always believed that the strength of Mother Nature and the culture can enhance and shape one’s life. Initially, I saw myself standing on the sidelines, watching our culture for most of my youth. When I became a teacher, I saw my students looking to me for direction as to whether or not to participate in our cultural practices. I asked myself, “How can we expect our children to embrace the culture when we cannot ourselves?” I started by holding a drum on the sidelines — again watching. I felt it was my responsibility to do what I could, so I joined the drumming circle and became strong enough to lead some of the Lil̓wat7u̓l songs.

I have always felt that if there were changes to make that we are aware of there is no one better to make those changes than ourselves. We can’t keep looking for someone to change things for us. Words I live by:

“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” — Gandhi

Chief Wayne Sparrow

Chief, Musqueam Indian Band

Chief Wayne Sparrow

Chief, Musqueam Indian Band

Chief Wayne Sparrow (yəχʷyaχʷələq) has served as elected chief of Musqueam Indian Band since 2012, after serving as an elected councillor beginning in 1995.

He is board chair of Musqueam Capital Corporation (MCC), the economic development arm of Musqueam, and sits on the Musqueam Fisheries Commission, which he chaired from 2000-2020.

During his time as chief, the MST Development Corporation (MSTDC), a business partnership between Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, has acquired substantial property holdings of over 20 million square feet, including the Jericho Lands and Heather Lands.

Chief Sparrow leads Musqueam in signing precedent-setting agreements that renew and strengthen relationships between Musqueam, neighbouring First Nations, governments, industry and other partners. Under his leadership, Musqueam signed a 30-year agreement with YVR in 2017, and in 2021 signed a relationship agreement with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Both of these agreements recognize Musqueam’s ongoing stewardship of their lands and waters, and also prioritize economic, education and training opportunities for members.

In 2022, Chief Sparrow was awarded the Rix Award for Engaged Community Citizenship from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for his work advancing economic reconciliation and supporting youth and adult athletic programs.

In addition to his success in forging relationships and advancing Musqueam’s vision, Wayne is also a commercial fisherman and cultural ambassador.

Chief Jen Thomas of Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Chief Jennifer Thomas

Chief, Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Chief Jennifer Thomas

Chief, Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Chief Jen Thomas is a proud member of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and daughter of former Chief Maureen Thomas and Stanley Thomas. She leads various community events like the annual Christmas Craft Fair and baby celebration. She was instrumental in working with families to open Registered Education Savings Plan accounts, so children will have secure funding for post-secondary education. Jen believes the success of our youth is the success of the nation and works to help TWN youth reach their full potential.

She has also worked with various First Nations organizations in the past two decades, including the BC Aboriginal Fisheries Organization, First Nations Summit, Assembly of First Nations, and BC Childcare Society, which has expanded her insight into First Nations governance and strengthened her leadership capacity in the community.

Her goals for the future are to see all our members thrive; bring our people together for more good times, rather than sad occasions; find more resources for people with disabilities and chronic diseases; learn as much as possible about our members’ experiences; and find more training opportunities for members to hold top positions within our nation

Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams

Spokesperson and General Councillor, Squamish Nation

Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams

Spokesperson and General Councillor, Squamish Nation

Wilson Williams (Sxwíxwtn) is a 3 term Squamish Nation Councillor and is one of two appointed Spokespersons for the Squamish Nation. Sxwíxwtn is a proud Nation Member who was born and raised on the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw homelands. He is passionate about the Nation’s rich history, culture, and language and believes in giving back to the community. Sxwíxwtn is a strong advocate for the Nation’s youth, to help ensure a bright and positive future. He believes deeply that this is future is achieved by respecting and understanding the Nation’s past, to inform decisions that will carry the Nation forward. He also volunteers his time as the President of the North Shore Indians Lacrosse Society and head coach of the Squamish Nation youth girls basketball program. Most importantly, Sxwíxwtn is a loving husband and father to 3 girls. He currently resides in the village of Xwemelch’stn on the North Shore.

Amy Meunier (Government of Canada)

Observer

Assistant Deputy Minister, Commemoration and Public Affairs Branch

Amy Meunier (Government of Canada)

Observer

Assistant Deputy Minister, Commemoration and Public Affairs Branch

Appointed Assistant Deputy Minister in early 2022, Amy brings more than 20 years of government experience, with an established and diverse career in a variety of leadership roles and senior management positions across Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). Her leadership experience ranges from business transformation, policy, communications, program management, and operations.

Before joining the Public Service, Amy served in a variety of roles to both the Minister of Environment and the Minister of Veterans Affairs, providing key support in relation to the passing of major policy initiatives such as the New Veterans Charter.

As a leader, Amy takes pride in her ability to collaborate and build relationships. She believes that by working together with partners, stakeholders, and employees, the department can best help the people it serves experience positive outcomes in life. She is proud to deliver on the mandate that recognizes and remembers the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada and communicating how VAC is here for them.

Amy was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, and attended university in Iowa, USA. Upon completing her post-secondary education, Amy moved to Ottawa where she lived until relocating to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, to work at VAC Head Office. As a proud and dedicated Mom, Amy can often be found in the local hockey arena, cheering on her son, Levi.

Government of British Columbia

Observer

Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport

Jim Landon

Observer

President, ATCO Frontec

Jim Landon

Observer

President, ATCO Frontec

Jim Landon is the President of ATCO Frontec, the Operational Support Services Division of ATCO. Frontec delivers Facilities Operations and Maintenance, Workforce Housing Camp and Resilience Consulting services to government and commercial clients across North America, including extensive operations in the Canadian Arctic, as well as in for NATO in Europe. He sits on a number of boards with Indigenous business partners in Canada.

After a successful 28-year career Mr. Landon retired from the British Army in 2017. His military career included operational tours in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Kosovo, Sierra Leone, Iraq and Afghanistan. He was Commander of the British Army Training Unit in Suffield in Alberta from 2012 to 2015 before deciding to settle with his family in Canada.

Mr. Landon was educated at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and has a Bachelor’s degree in Law, a Masters in International Liaison and Communication and has completed
the Institute of Corporate Directors Education Program. He is a Director of the Military Museums Foundation in Calgary.

Nick Booth, MVO

Ex Officio

CEO, True Patriot Love Foundation

Nick Booth, MVO

Ex Officio

CEO, True Patriot Love Foundation

Nick Booth is a seasoned senior executive with extensive experience in the nonprofit industry and a wealth of knowledge in youth, mental health, military and Veteran issues. Prior to his role at True Patriot Love Foundation, Nick was founding CEO of The Royal Foundation, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry’s primary charitable vehicle, which he led from 2010 to 2017. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the philanthropic activities of Their Royal Highnesses, including initiating both the Invictus Games and the Heads Together mental health program.

Nick has spent over 30 years in the charitable sector, working in senior roles in both the UK and USA, including the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. He worked as a senior advisor to the UK’s new military rehabilitation centre and also Special Olympics International. He is Chairman of Big Brothers Big Sisters UK, and a Director of the Manchester United Foundation. Nick was appointed to The Royal Victorian Order by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the 2017 New Year Honours.