Board of Directors
Joan Bond
Joan believes in strong communities and the significant value counselling provides. For many years she volunteered for her local community association and after retiring from a neighbouring counselling organization she joined the NISHS board. Joan is an avid vegetable gardener who enjoys family and friends, walking, singing and curling.
Joyce Carson
As a long-term resident of Campbell River Joyce appreciates the opportunity to support her community. She believes we are fortunate to have a dedicated team locally to provide counselling to mitigate the negative impacts of trauma. She loves travelling, time with family, friends and exploring all the island has to offer.
Niels Christensen
Through his work as a registered acupuncture therapist, Niels has supported many survivors of abuse, which has made him a passionate advocate for accessible professional counselling. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with family and friends, swimming, studying artifacts and philosophies, camping and things that make him smile.
Maxine Donald
Impressed with the dedication and commitment of her fellow board members, Maxine is a long-standing member of the finance and policy committees. She and her husband take daily brisk walks and enjoy the laid-back island lifestyle. Other interests include reading and dabbling in artwork.
Iza Gilson
Iza strongly believes that family and community come first. Having spent most of her adult life in IT, she believes that technology, if applied with understanding and knowledge, can help any organization prosper. Iza has volunteered with many nonprofit organizations over the years. When not working Iza enjoys hiking, cooking, reading, live music and theatre.
Marg Heald
Marg has been involved with the society for many years and is passionately committed to ensuring the availability of professional counselling for survivors of trauma and abuse. Marg appreciates the beauty and tranquility of her island home, time with family and friends, reading, gardening and hiking forest trails.
Barb Remfert
Barb believes in the value accessible professional counselling adds to the local community. Originally from Peace River Barb moved to Campbell River where she supported victims of crime for 15 years. Since retiring Barb enjoys working with her board colleagues, quality time with family and friends, and she loves to cook, swim and hike.
Alison Skrepneck
Drawing on a career in Public Health Nursing, Alison has volunteered many years to support the most vulnerable. Since 2013 she has coordinated The Shoebox Project for Women locally. Alison joined the Board of Directors in 2025 to make a difference in other ways. She enjoys walking, biking, pilates, singing, travel, and time with family and friends.