I was born in Victoria and educated at U. Vic, U. Laval, UBC and U. Oregon. I worked in International Development for several years, mostly in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa, administering technical and land management projects. I was also involved for 25 years in developing BC’s post secondary international education system by helping to build the BC Center for International Education and by establishing and operating the international offices of Camosun College and Royal Roads University. I have lived in Rockland for 31 years. With this background, I feel I can offer the Neighbourhood Association practical management skills as well as financial, government, and land management experience. My overseas experience has reinforced my perception that our corner of the planet is particularly special and deserves the best possible stewardship we can provide - I hope to contribute to this through my role in the RNA.
A native Victorian, Sandra moved to Rockland in 2016 and has a great appreciation for the charm and character of this historical neighbourhood. Sandra’s formal education is in business management, accounting and project management. She is a retired provincial public service employee, and now enjoys spending time with family, friends and neighbours, walking her dog and travelling.Sandra has served as a member of the RNA’s Social Committee since 2018 looks forward to helping with upcoming social events. She assumed the role of Secretary in 2019 and would be privileged to continue serving on the board.
A long time resident of Rockland and Fernwood, retired from a career in BC wildlife habitat and forestry, Dave spends a lot of time outdoors.
With the support of his wife Heather and his family, he has served on the board in several capacities for 20 years, most recently as Environment chair.
With a matrix of heritage homes within the core of Victoria's urban forest, Rockland is a destination for recreational pedestrians and cyclists from across the region and beyond. For 35 years the zoning regulations directing housing infill to side and rear yards has largely preserved these streetscapes.
Dave is interested in further development of the Greenways network and the Pemberton Trail, in cooperation with our valued cultural partners- Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, Langham Court Theatre and the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. The City is eager to support initiatives including events and structures that foster social interactions and a sense of community.
Albert was born and raised in Victoria and now calls Rockland home with his wife and two sons. He deeply values the neighbourhood's heritage character and gardens, believing this special part of the city deserves the best possible stewardship to remain a wonderful place for future generations.
By day, Albert is a Chartered Accountant (CPA, CA) and the Chief Financial Officer for the Ministry of Forests. He brings extensive experience in governance and strategic planning, skills he also applies as President of the Financial Management Institute (Victoria Chapter) and Treasurer of the Royal Commonwealth Society (Vancouver Island Chapter). He is also both a dedicated CPA Ambassador and CPA Mentor.
As Treasurer for the RNA, Albert looks forward to applying his financial expertise to ensure the Association remains sustainable and effective. When not volunteering his time, you can usually find him riding one of his electric scooters, driving one of his electric cars, or tinkering with new technology.
Carollyne has lived and worked in Victoria for over four decades and believes that everyone, including urban wildlife, can benefit from preserving the feeling of connection and belonging to neighbourhoods. Rather than leaving town, her education and business opportunities developed by forging relationships within the local community, and remotely across North America and Europe. First, as the founder, co-owner, and creative director of a technology company, and currently as an interdisciplinary artist-researcher. Her research-creation practice is informed by a years-long relationship with native and introduced urban animals whose territory includes her home.
Her interests in the RNA Board include listening and bringing a combination of perspectives and experience to ask: What kind of neighbourhood would you like to see?
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My husband (Kris), two sons and I are fairly new comers to the Rockland neighbourhood, having moved here from Vancouver in 2020. A pharmacist by training, I have spent the first half of my career working within hospital based practice and, more recently, transitioned into academia, where I continue as a Faculty member at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. My drive and passion for being involved and advocating for my community has led me to many leadership roles in various committees and organizations. I hope and look forward to utilizing some of the skillsets and perspectives I have gained from these experiences in my Director role within the RNA. My family and I consider ourselves lucky to be in a such a beautiful and friendly community!
Marnie is a nomad. The daughter of a naval officer, she was born in Halifax. Barely out of the womb, she was whisked to Victoria, embarking on a peripatetic existence, attending 10 schools and two universities in five provinces and three countries. Continuing to move throughout her adult life, she has always rented, preferring to have a travel fund rather than a mortgage.
Editing, writing, research and a love of projects are the common threads running through Marnie’s working life. She was involved with the preparation for the UN Habitat Conference in Vancouver, worked as an editor for CBC National Radio News in Toronto and as fundraiser and researcher at the University of Victoria.
She now works as a freelance editor.
Marnie has lived in Rockland – in heritage houses – since 2006. She loves the neighbourhood’s variety of architectural styles, the feeling of history, the large trees, the birds and the ability to walk everywhere from where she lives.
She is enjoying getting to know Rockland better through her involvement with the RNA and hopes to further its aims where she can.