BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FVACFSS is a non-profit service delivery organization incorporated under the Societies Act. FVACFSS is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of nine (9) members who are elected by members of our Stakeholder community at the annual general assembly.
The primary responsibility of the Board is to ensure the affairs of FVACFSS are conducted according to its Constitution and Bylaws, and in a manner that fulfills the purposes of the organization as a provincially delegated Indigenous child and family service agency.
We are a public society, and you can become a member if you are an Indigenous person over the ages 18 and live on a reserve within our geographic service area. To read our bylaws and constitution, download them below. To join, just download the form below, fill it out, and return it to us!
President
Angelina Bowen -Wásems ’íksduqʷia
Vice President
Kelowa Edel - Wab’shkaan E’quet E’kway
secretary
Joanne Hugh - Xwiyalemot
Treasurer
Brooke Metchewais
Board Member
Peter John -XaXa Moqw
Board Member
Melody Andrews - Eyém Shxwelí Slhá:lí tel skwix
Board Member
Marion Mussell
Board Member
Phil Hall - Salacy-a-til
Board Member
Marcella Sunshine
UPCOMING EVENTS
NEWS FROM THE BOARD
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society(FVACFSS) will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Matsqui First Nation, 5720 Julian Dr, Abbotsford, BC V4X 3R2. A dinner will be served at 5:00pm. The purpose of the meeting is to fulfill the standard AGM requirements of a Society. The enclosed AGM package includes information of the following:
1. AGM Notice - provides a draft AGM agenda and additional information about the meeting. Membership renewals and meeting registration for Society members is from 3:00pm to 5:30pm and will require photo identification and a document with your current residential address. Acceptable forms of identification are Passport, Driver Licence and Status Card as well as a recently dated utility bill or other form of documentation with your current residential address. Individuals with a valid membership card must register prior to 5:30pm and receive a voting card in order to vote at the AGM.
2. Membership Form – provides information regarding membership eligibility and how to become a member of FVACFSS. You will require a valid membership card, signed by a FVACFSS Board Director, in order to vote at the AGM. We will accept membership applications at the AGM venue prior to 5:30pm. Individuals who do not have a validated membership card prior to 5:30pm will not be able to register or vote at the AGM.
3. Board Election - The Society's Bylaws establish staggered three-year Director terms to ensure
continuity in governance and leadership. All current Directors remain within their elected terms, and no Director positions are scheduled to expire this year. As a result, there will be no Board of Directors election at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. Accordingly, a Nominations Meeting and nomination process are not required this year.
4. Draft AGM Minutes – from the November 6, 2025, AGM, for your review. During the AGM we will be seeking approval of the draft minutes.
5. Summary Financial Statements – includes a copy of the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. We will present the financial statements and the Auditor’s report at the AGM.
6. FVACFSS Annual Report – copies of the Annual Report will be distributed and presented at the AGM.
7. Lets'lō:ts'tel: Our Stories Through Art – A notice flyer for our upcoming Youth Indigenous Art Gala.