The newly elected board brings a strong mix of experience and regional representation to lead the Chapter’s efforts in waste and resource management. With a renewed focus on training, networking, and advocacy, the board is well-positioned to support another impactful year.

We also extend our sincere thanks to outgoing directors Michel Lefebvre and Bill Cummins for their years of dedicated service and contributions to the Chapter.

Executive

  • President: Mario Poveda
  • Vice President: Chris Vaughn
  • Treasurer: Ash Raichura
  • Past President: Scott Theede

Provincial & At-Large Directors

  • Alberta: Tracey Boutilier
  • Manitoba: Carmen Anseeuw
  • Northwest Territories: Peter Houweling
  • Saskatchewan: Keegan Story
  • At Large: Lytasha Bastine, Joe Angevine, Brent Boss, Sonya Adams

Corporate Directors

  • Art Sawatzky, Steve Johnson, Sarah Keith

Young Professionals Director

  • Michelle Tomasiewicz

Safety Ambassador

  • Rana Mandour

Thank you to outgoing directors Michel Lefebvre and Bill Cummins for their contributions. The new board is ready to support another strong year of training, networking, and advocacy.

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