Habitat for Humanity Okanagan

What first inspired you to volunteer?

I was first inspired to volunteer during a Not-for-profit Marketing class I was taking in University. I did an applied studies volunteer term with the Canadian Cancer Society SIR. I was hooked! Instead of completing the 4 month required volunteer position, I ended up volunteering with them for 4 years.

Which cause are you most passionate about and why?

Recently I did an international voluntunteer build with Habitat for Humanity in Indonesia. It was, without a doubt, the most rewarding and fulfilling experience of my life. Here in North America, things like having clean water and a roof over our heads are often taken for granted. I have been very fortunate to be dealt a good hand in life and felt a sense of obligation to help those in more difficult circumstances. I am very passionate about economic development, community building and social enterprise. I have an interest in sustainable and afforable housing and supporting the fight to end homelessness. Joining a Global Village Team tied in perfectly to my personal/professional interests. Essentially, it stemmed from the desire to travel with Purpose. Since then, I have looked for opportunity locally and had my colleagues from the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce join me at a local Habitat for Humanity Okanagan build in Penticton.