First Nation Incident Command with Provincial and Federal Government. Picture is how each day was started following protocols of territory.
Coordinator for Gathering and support for 6 others.
Co - Chair for the Elders Gathering and 36th and Coordinator for 38th Elders Gathering in Penticton.
Regional Coordinator for Fraser and Operations Team for Team BC.
Board of Directors and Volunteer for 38years for Chalet Row with a team of 35 volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness support since 2007 in numerous roles in Southwest and Provincial.
Advance Logistic Coordinator for 4 months traveling and gifting to Team BC 2008.
Assistant Chef de Mission for Team BC and Provincial Coordinator for Sports.
14 years as Child and Family Support and 6 years Board member for Territory.
Testimonials
The staff at the Columbia Shuswap Regional District found our experience with the KAIROS Blanket Exercise to be transformative and profound. Dianne’s facilitation fostered a safe, respectful space that allowed for deep reflection and meaningful dialogue among participants, the Elders, and the Facilitator.
The Blanket Exercise was more than just an educational tool; it was a journey of learning about the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization, which resonated with each of us. The stories shared highlighted the importance of acknowledging the past and understanding its influence on current relationships. The experience cultivated a sense of empathy that is essential for honouring Indigenous history and culture and promoting reconciliation and healing.
We believe this is an experience that every community and organization should participate in, as it promotes understanding, healing, and the critical need for collective action towards reconciliation.
Columbia Shuswap Regional District - Oct 2024
This exercise was one of the best things I have ever attended. Thank you so much for having this event. I can't stop thinking and talking about how impactful it was and look forward to possibly attending another one.
Respectfully, Liz - YMCA Participant - Kamloops September 2025