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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024-25

Jennifer Brouwer President

Delphine Melchert Secretary

Jennifer Brouwer President

Jennifer is Advisory Team Leader for

Affinity Credit Union, working in their offices in Prince Albert, Birch Hills, Candle Lake, and Christopher Lake . The majority of her career has been in banking and customer service and  she really enjoys her work and organization. She grew up in the Shellbrook area, and was able to serve as a member of the boards for Shellbrook Minor Sports and Shellbrook Summer Fair for many years. After moving to Prince Albert in 2019, it was important to continue to be involved with the community she lives in. Jennifer says "I am happy to have found a new home at PAACF".

Joseph Kiunga Treasurer

Delphine Melchert Secretary

Jennifer Brouwer President

Joseph is Founder and Executive Director of Simba Strategic Solutions Inc. 

His focus is on providing advice to Public and Private organizations, First Nations, and all levels of Government. Joseph has over 20 years experience in professional business management. He has worked in Accounting, Banking, Finance, Real Estate, Recreation, and Tourism, and includes  General Manager for Prince Albert and District Community Futures, and the Campus Manager of Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students Association Prince Albert Campus. Joseph originally hails from Kenya and immigrated to Canada in 2001.

Delphine Melchert Secretary

Delphine Melchert Secretary

Bryan Rindal Board member

Delphine is a long -time resident of Prince Albert.  She has participated extensively in the life of the community. Following her retirement from a long career in Community Education in 2008, Delphine started her own business where she continues to develop innovative community education programming. * Delphine was awarded the Sask Literacy Network Award of Merit for the development of the Supported Model of training for level 1 & 2 Learners.  

Bryan Rindal Board member

Bryan Rindal Board member

Bryan Rindal Board member

Bryan is Owner/Manger of BTR Financial Planning since 1992. 

Bryan's participation in the life of the community is extensive starting with Junior Achievement of Prince Albert, the Prince Albert Chamber of Commerce, and Investment Saskatchewan. He gained new perspective on social issues as Ecuador Chaperone for the "Free the Children" program in 2013. His present commitment to the community continues with involvement with the Canadian Association of Financial Planners, the Prince Albert Curling Club, the Government Affairs Committee and the Financial Planning Standards Council. 

* Bryan was named Sportsman of the 

Yor ear in 2019 for organizing and bringing the New Holland Canadian Juniors Curling Championships to Prince Albert in January.  Rindal oversaw a committee of over 200 volunteers to help organize the biggest junior curling championship  in the nation.

Myrna Nagy Board Member

Bryan Rindal Board member

Myrna Nagy Board Member

Myrna has had a long career in retail, operating businesses in Prince Albert and Waskesiu for over forty years. She became involved in many community  organizations and events, many of which she is still active in today .
Although her experiences are varied she hopes her long time involvement with the Waskesiu Foundation as a board member will benefit  PAACF. 

*  Myrna was honoured with the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal as part of the  National Volunteer Week celebrations. The Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal is awarded to  extraordinary citizens across the province for their outstanding contributions to Saskatchewan.


Michelle Hassler Board member

Bryan Rindal Board member

Myrna Nagy Board Member

Michelle is Executive-Director of the PA Multicultural Centre. 

Michelle is a Newcomer from Davao City, Philippines, arriving in Canada in 2011. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication Degree and worked at ABS CBN Broadcasting Corp. in the Philippines. 

*  Michelle was awarded one of the 10 Junior Fellow Ambassadors of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC). 

Saumya Pande works as a Senior Financial Advisor with the Scotiabank. She has a Bachelor’s in Commer

Brenda Brothwell 

Board Member

Call for NEW Board Members

Meetings

What Qualifications do we ask for?

Committees

We usually hold Board Meetings monthly and often suspend Meetings in July and August.  The meetings are at Noon, the 3rd Wednesday of each month, and last for approx one hour.  


Bring your Enthusiasm and Interest!

Committees

What Qualifications do we ask for?

Committees

The Board of PAACF has established several Committees to help distribute our work more evenly.  The Standing Committees are:

  • - Executive
  • - Grant Making
  • - Financial
  • - Investment

Other Committees may be established as needed to meet our evolving needs. 


Every Committee needs your Enthusiasm and Interest!


What Qualifications do we ask for?

What Qualifications do we ask for?

What Qualifications do we ask for?

· Do you have an interest in our community? 

· Do you believe in a connected community, working together to enhance our quality of life?

· Would you be willing to bring your viewpoint to an organization so it can represent community needs as broadly as possible?

· Would you be prepared to provide your expertise and community knowledge? 

· Do you have  time available to get involved in work such as reviewing grant applications, monitoring investments, or implementing a marketing and communications plan?

What is the Pay?

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

What Qualifications do we ask for?

Your Pay is the satisfaction of building a stronger, connected community.  Your Enthusiasm and Interest will be the building blocks.


Your Pay will be getting to know a  diverse group of people and a variety of organizations. 


And .... we are a FUN bunch of people!  

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

1.  Are you a Student – or a Retired person – or employed/running a business?

   2. Are you between the ages of 18     years to 98 years? (We can make an exception if older)

3. Do you live in Prince Albert – or surrounding rural area – or in Melfort - or small town in area?

 4. Any Gender or Race – you will all be able to contribute. 

5. Various Backgrounds – as part of our community, we need ALL your skills and knowledge

What is my next Step to join?

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

How will YOU fit in the PAACF?

 We invite you to contact PAACF to find out more about us. We look forward to talking with you. 


Contact:

1. Bill Powalinsky, PAACF Board of Directors

306-953-4461 b.powalinsky@pacsc.com

2. Kathleen Gamble, Executive-Director, PAACF

306-960-6682 princealbertcf@gmail.com


Work of the Board

By-Laws 2020 (docx)

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Review Engagement 2022 23 (pdf)

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Photo Gallery - former Board Members

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