Josh Safronetz, 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 board.

Enjoying life to the fullest while keeping busy with many activities is Josh's typical 'way of being'. He looks forward to keeping SVSS on the financial straight and narrow while also enjoying his time in beautiful Saanich.

Liz McCarter, Vice President

Liz McCarter, Board Member

Liz was born and raised in Victoria. She was encouraged by her parents to explore other parts of Canada for university - graduating from the University of Waterloo, with an Honours Degree, in Therapeutic Recreation in 1990.

Liz began her career in Toronto before moving back to Victoria. She has been working with Island Health for 26+ years. Currently, Liz is a Coordinator with the Restorative Health and Yakimovich Wellness Centre.

As a recreation therapist, Liz worked with clients to engage in meaningful activity of their choice either in their home or in community and has seen firsthand the positive impact volunteers have on individual and groups lives.

Liz learned from her older brother, that volunteering is about something that brings you joy, is of interest to you and brings meaning into your life. She believes that volunteering in the community adds value to her life as she meets new people, is a part of creating healthy and vital communities and has fun along the way. Liz is excited to continue be a Director on the Board of the Saanich Volunteer Services Society.

Katie Archer, Secretary

Katie Archer, 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 enjoying the outdoors, gardening, surfing, and teaching her puppy new tricks.