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Jane Styles, SVSS Board President
Jane is honoured to support SVSS by serving as President on the Board of Directors. Jane has 25 years' experience working for non-profit organizations and post-secondary educational institutions in Edmonton. She has served as executive director, fundraiser, special events planner, and volunteer manager at a local, provincial and federal level. As capital campaign director, Jane raised $20.0M for a multi-court sport facility and lead a $14.0M capital campaign toward the buildi
Feb 4


Josh Safronetz, SVSS Board Treasurer
Josh is honoured to be volunteering with SVSS. He, his wife and their dog are happy to call Saanich home for the last two and half years. Josh has had a 25 year career in the public and private sector in transportation and road construction in Saskatchewan. He feels very fortunate for the valuable experience and knowledge he gained working and learning with very good people over the years. He looks forward to making great connections with SVSS during his time on the SVSS
Feb 3


Katie Archer, SVSS Board Secretary
Katie's passion for communication, teamwork, and service has shaped her career in customer service and resource management. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Katie came to Victoria to complete a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Studies in 2009, and has since settled in Saanich with her husband and their puppy. She looks forward to giving back to their community by supporting the Saanich Volunteer Services Society. In Katie's spare time she can be found enjo
Feb 2


Trevor Botkin, SVSS Board Director
Trevor Botkin (aka. T-Bot) is no stranger to volunteerism or giving back to community as a board member at Saanich Volunteer Services Society. He has a long history of supporting various charities such as Habitat for Humanity, HeroWork, Soap For Hope Canada, and now, SVSS. In addition to having an energetic and contagiously enthusiastic personality, Trevor brings with him more than 25 years of construction experience both as a Red Seal Journey Carpenter and Construction Sup
Feb 1


Janie Chandler, SVSS Board Director
Janie Chandler, a board member since 2022, is a human resources professional. She supports our staff team and volunteers with her expertise and shows compassion in her commitment to volunteering in Saanich. We welcome her back for the 2025/2026 term!
Feb 1


Tony Kiyak, SVSS Board Director
Tony has been part of our SVSS Board for three years now. He is excited to be part of the process and enjoys helping our SVSS community as a board member.
Jan 30


Nandita Cherukot, SVSS Board Director
Nandita Cherukot is a Human Resources specialist who has a passion and experience working with non-profit organizations. She has worked locally, within Canada, and internationally so brings a wealth of knowledge with her. Although she is new to board work, Nandita, is dedicated to helping lift non-profits to be the best they can and to learn from the people (board members, staff, volunteers, and clients) who have made them what they are. outside work you will be seeing Nandit
Jan 30


Anita Angelozzi, SVSS Board Director
Anita Angelozzi is a Recreation Therapist with 25 years of experience in the healthcare and non-profit sectors. She has held both clinical and leadership roles, specializing in dementia care, brain injury rehabilitation, and community-based program development. With a strong commitment to inclusive, person-centered care and meaningful community engagement, Anita is passionate about supporting volunteerism and enhancing the quality of life for older adults. She is excited to
Jan 29
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