Board Members

Paul Dorland
I moved here over five years ago with a love for life in the mountains. The natural environment inspires me daily, and I am passionate about AWARE’s efforts to protect the natural environment. Read more
Diana Boone
– MBA in Strategic Planning combined with 20 years of experience in marketing, communications – Expertise in developing content marketing, communications and engagement strategies – Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills with ability to coach leaders and staff at all levels – Proven… Read more
Kim Maitland
I believe in AWARE’s mission and their efforts to advocate for our natural world. I can bring my marketing experience, digital design skills, non-profit experience, and community-building enthusiasm to their board. I moved to Whistler for its unique properties;… Read more
Jeremy Valeriote
I am a professional engineer who has worked on numerous environmental assessment, restoration and reclamation projects. I have also managed solid waste reduction programs and projects as local government staff, and been an elected councillor and regional district director… Read more
Alison Jenkins
I’m originally from the UK but British Columbia has been my home for the past 10 years. I was drawn to BC by the mountains and the recreation opportunities that they presented. I have a Masters degree in Renewable… Read more
Emily Kane
I am a long-term Whistler resident who is a yoga teacher and entrepreneur (owner/founder of Yogacara Whistler, a local yoga studio, and Juice Nation Organic Cafe–an organic plant-based food truck). My educational background is a degree in Kinesiology from… Read more
Rhonda L. Millikin
I recently retired to Whistler from a 35-year career as an Ecologist with the Federal Government, where I managed teams of 20-40 staff, responsible for the delivery of wildlife and habitat programs across BC and the Yukon. The programs… Read more
Edgar Dearden
Edgar studied a dual bachelor of chemical engineering and business management in Australia, graduating in 2007. He worked in many different industrial process industries, and came to understand that buildings contribute >40% of global emissions. Edgar now pursues a… Read more
Kim Tindal
Kim grew up on a farm in Central Alberta; growing grain, raising cattle & driving tractors. In university she achieved two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Recreation Management & the other in Communications. Most recently Kim has opened Vessel Refillery;… Read moreLearn More About the Duties and Responsibilities of the AWARE Board of Directors
Current Staff Members

Claire Ruddy
Originally from the UK, Claire followed a Masters in Environment and Business by working with small and medium sized businesses to reduce environmental impacts through improved processes, training and creating cultural shifts. Upon moving to Canada in 2006, she… Read more
Charlotte Reid
Charlotte moved to Whistler from the UK in 2018 to follow her dream of living close to the mountains. She has a Masters degree in Environmental Geology from the University of Birmingham. Since living in Whistler, Charlotte has become… Read more
Christi Willis
I’m a plant person. I love to be in the garden and the forest, growing and learning with the natural landscape. In 2018 I studied Herbalism at Pacific Rim College and have been making herbal medicine for my friends… Read moreCheck out Opportunities to Join Our Team
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