Due to Covid-19 the Fraser River Indigenous Society offices open with appointments. We are modifying our programs during these times
FRASER RIVER
INDIGENOUS SOCIETY
Meet The Team
Our dedicated Board members guide the organization to stay true and respectful to our principles and guide the Governance and Resource Development of the organization. We are growing to fulfill our capacity in the community while constantly keeping their eyes on the FRIS Mission, Purpose and Vision.
board of directors
clarence hall
President
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Clarence has been on the Fraser River Indigenous Society board for 3 years. Born and raised in the lower mainland, his ancestors are coast salish from Sechelt. Not raised in the culture he has been on a journey to learn about indigenous beliefs and traditions and sharing them with others. Clarence enjoys spending time with family and friends and helping out in the community.
Roseanne
Timbrell
Secretary
Haydai, my name is RoseAnne Timbrell, I am the granddaughter of Enock and Josephine Joseph, and come from the Tl'az'ten Nation. The local Katize, Kwatelen and Sto:lo Peoples refer to me as the Keeper of the Fish, as the salmon swim from the Coast Salish Sea to where my people live Stuart Lake, BC. I am a mother of two grown boys, grandmother of three grandsons and aunty to 12 young adults. I am very proud of Fraser River Indigenous Society and the growth it has had, and will continue to do, in the coming years. I currently have a private practice as registered clinical counsellor here in Maple Ridge and am a professor at the University of Fraser Valley in Abbotsford. I look forward to seeing you in community. Mussi, RoseAnne
Malissa Smith
Board Member
Malissa grew up in Pitt Meadows and is a settler to this area. She has 27 years of combined experience in Indigenous health, social services, education, and youth care. She is excited to continue her learning journey and honored to share her experience with such a great organization.
Malissa is passionate about creating safe space for children and families to access support services. She enjoys traveling, 80’s action movies and spending time with her partner, son and daughter.
board of directors
Emily Hinman
Board of Director
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MANAGEMENT
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Ginna
Berg
MA - Executive Director
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Program Manager
(Early Years)
Housing
Support Manager
glenda
Morin
Lizette
peters
Martina
nenasheff
Family Development
Manager
administration staff
MIA
HARRY
Administrator
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Lori
smith
Accountant
Housing Support staff
karen a.
moraes
Housing Support Worker
Housing Support Worker
Stephen
Schumacher
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Family DEVELOPMENT staff
Courtney
Carmen
Family Strengthening Worker
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Chelsea
Tobin
Supportive Access Worker
Ashley
gauley
Access Program Assistant​
EARLY YEARS staff
RACHEL
SIMON
Indigenous Child & Youth
with Support Needs Guide
Indigenous/Aboriginal Infant Development Consultant
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PAM
KAUSHIK
Veronica
jesseau
Early Years
Program Assistant
avisha
henry
Indigenous/Aboriginal Supported
Child Development Consultant