OUR
BOARD MEMBERS

President

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Cecelia Reekie is married and a mother of two adult children and resides in Langley City.  Cecelia is Haisla through her father's side.  Through her mother her ancestors are Settlers of French heritage.   Cecelia is a cultural presenter with the Aboriginal Program in the Langley School District.  Cecelia looks forward to the year ahead working to serve the community of Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society.

Vice-President

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I am a devoted mother who is deeply committed to her child’s education and the well-being of our community. I am Vice President of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and Secretary of the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC). I am passionate about fostering meaningful connections and including my voice and energy in building a stronger, more inclusive community.  

Treasurer

Secretary

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Ashley Baresinkoff is a proud Métis woman whose Métis family roots trace back to St. François Xavier, Manitoba, and Lebret, Saskatchewan. 

Ashley brings her lived experience as a Métis parent and longtime autism advocate to support Indigenous children, youth, and families. Guided by a commitment to culturally grounded and community-led approaches, she advocates to strengthen services for families navigating disability, education, and social systems.

Elder Advisor

Director-at-large

Director-at-large

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My name is Kim Hall and I am Ojibwe from Manitoba. I have lived in B.C. since I was six months old and have lived in Maple Ridge for 25years.
Most of job experience has been working with Indigenous children and families.

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Director-at-large

Jenna Bisschop is an Indigenous entrepreneur specializing in culturally grounded program development, delivery, and analysis. She lives in the Lower Mainland with her husband and children and is dedicated to uplifting Indigenous youth, families, and communities through meaningful partnerships and collaborations. She is honoured and excited to join the Board and contribute to the work of the Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society.

Director-at-large

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I am a proud Métis mother, therapist, and artist dedicated to strengthening the well-being and cultural vitality of our region. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and a Métis Artist in Training through the WHEAT Institute’s Métis Creative Arts Program, I support individuals, parents, and groups in healing, expression, and connection. As a workshop facilitator, I am passionate about building meaningful relationships, uplifting Indigenous voices, and offering my knowledge, creativity, and leadership to help create a stronger, more inclusive community for all.

Director-at-large