Board of Directors
The BCTRA Board of Directors would like to welcome you to the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association’s website!
| Jasmine Jagpal Balson President  As President, I will focus on ensuring the board is inclusive and responsive towards member’s needs and priorities in this time of growth and advancement... |
Maya Alonso Membership Director  I was born and raised in Vancouver but have family in Spain so feel lucky to be deeply connected to both countries. In my free time... |
| Shayna Dolan Student Liaison  After years spent trying to uncover my educational path (which included the sciences, English literature, and Anthropology) I came upon Therapeutic Recreation... |
Robin Harris Director of Communication  I have always been a highly active person, as I grew up singing and dancing every day. If I wasn’t in school then... |
| Sheila Kennedy Dir. of Education & Recruitment  I have worked in the wonderful field of Therapeutic Recreation for my entire career. It has treated me well and I feel it is important to give back... |
Maria Dinney Dir. of Regulations  I graduated from Dalhousie University in Halifax in May, 2010, with a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation. With a wonderful experience on the East Coast, I was ready to explore the West Coast... |
| Sarah Rosenthal Secretary  Growing up, I always pictured myself in a unique career which enabled me to use my creative side to work with people and to promote both the health and well-being of others.... |
Serena Frew Past President  I arrived on the west coast after completing my schooling at Brock University. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation... |
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The Provincial Board consists of eight positions. Individuals for these positions must be nominated and are members in good standing with BCTRA.
