At Lillooet Learns, there is a growing operations team that oversees and delivers community programs and initiatives.
Executive Director
Megan is a non-profit executive, project manager, and community development leader with over 10 years of experience across the social impact, non-profit, small business, and industrial sectors. Her work focuses on strengthening community-led initiatives, social enterprises, and collaborative systems that support local resilience.
Since joining Lillooet Learns in 2023, Megan has led organizational transformation efforts, including stabilizing and growing the Community Connect Innovation HUB, implementing financial and governance systems, securing grant funding, and advancing community priorities. She works closely with boards, staff, and partners to support collaboration, with a strong focus on building relationships with St’át’imc communities.
Megan holds an Associate Certificate in Project Management from BCIT, a Graduate Certificate in Corporate Social Innovation from Royal Roads University, and is currently completing her Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. She has also been admitted to a Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Economic Development in 2026, bringing a systems-oriented, community-driven approach to this role.
Strategy and Organization Development
Onesimo is a Strategy and Organisational Development Consultant with over 20 years of experience supporting community, national, and international development organisations. His career includes work with United Nations agencies, multi-country donor institutions, and grassroots charities in the areas of community development, public health, child protection, knowledge management, and youth development.
He has managed multi-million-dollar grants and public health contracts, guided NGOs through organisational growth, and served as a liaison between donor agencies and governments. Specialising in community engagement and inclusive systems design, he brings expertise in needs assessments, project planning, monitoring and evaluation, adaptive management, and livelihood transformation.
A Registered Social Worker in British Columbia, Onesimo holds degrees in Social Work, Public Health, and Business Administration, along with postgraduate qualifications in Human Capital, Training, and Project Planning & Management.
Volunteer and Communications Lead
Monique is a communications, events, and community engagement professional with a strong background in creative content, operations, and coordination. Her work focuses on amplifying local stories, supporting community initiatives, and ensuring people feel informed, connected, and invited to participate.
With experience spanning photography, videography, events, retail operations, and executive administration, Monique brings both creativity and structure to her work. She has coordinated complex projects, managed schedules and budgets, and worked closely with businesses, organizations, and volunteers to deliver meaningful community engagement. As she moves into an expanded management role, she is focused on strengthening systems, supporting teams, and helping community-driven work run smoothly and sustainably.
Store and Facilities Lead
Nik is proud to be part of the HUB team and Lillooet Learning Communities Society. She has been involved since the HUB was first established in 2020. In her role, Nik is the welcoming face of the HUB, creating a friendly, approachable space where community members and visitors feel comfortable engaging, asking questions, and connecting with what’s happening in the community.
In addition to customer service and daily operations, Nik supports the HUB through building maintenance, display construction, and a wide range of hands-on tasks that help the space function smoothly. She brings practical experience from construction and project-based work, a strong work ethic, and a problem-solving mindset to her role. Nik is currently completing a Management & Supervision Certificate with Thompson Rivers University, and enjoys building, woodworking, stained glass, and spending time outdoors.
Indigenous Court Navigator and Elders Coordinator
Fabian Peters grew up in Ts’kway’laxw’ and was raised by his grandparents. He spent much of his early life hunting, fishing, gathering, and learning about plants and medicines used by the people long ago. After living in Kamloops and Squamish, where he trained as a carpentry apprentice and worked on large construction projects, Fabian returned home to Lillooet, where he continues to spend time on the land through hunting and fishing.
Fabian works with the Indigenous Court program, where he supports clients, works closely with Elders, and participates in court processes and community meetings. He values standing beside Elders as they guide decisions and healing plans for program participants. In this role, Fabian is strengthening his computer and administrative skills and is preparing to begin a Project Management Certificate program in 2026, bringing a steady, respectful, and committed approach to his work.
Community Connector and Wellness Navigator
Christine is deeply committed to helping others and making the Lillooet area a good place to live. Born and raised in Lillooet, she brings strong local knowledge, trusted relationships, and a thoughtful, relationship-based approach to her work, grounded in care, creativity, and connection.
Christine has been an integral part of the team and was solely responsible for creating and growing the Elder Connect program and its services. In this role, she supports elders and caregivers by coordinating services, connecting clients to practical supports, and working closely with community partners. Her previous experience spans seniors’ services, youth engagement, community research, sales and communications, and land-based work, giving her a well-rounded understanding of community needs. Detail-oriented and community-minded, Christine brings both heart and professionalism to her role, guided by a love of learning, the land, and helping people thrive.
Finance Coordinator
Amber joined the Community Connect Innovation HUB in 2023 as one of the first paid team members and has since grown into the role of Bookkeeper and Finance Coordinator. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, she has developed strong administrative and finance skills and has played a key role in helping build more efficient and organized financial systems for Lillooet Learns and the HUB.
In 2025, Amber completed a professional bookkeeping and accounting course and now specializes in non-profit bookkeeping, working remotely while continuing to learn alongside a bookkeeping mentor. Having lived in Lillooet for over 23 years, she values supporting the community she calls home. Outside of work, Amber enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, and spending time with her family.
HUB Coordinator
Lenore brings to the role event planning, administration, and a strong connection to the community. Born and raised in Lillooet, she knows many community members across the surrounding area and enjoys working in a place where she can be involved with the community and Indigenous initiatives. Lenore is friendly, outgoing, and enjoys welcoming everyone who comes through the HUB with a positive attitude.
Lenore has experience in office administration, community and housing services, childcare, and customer-focused roles, and has recently completed an Intro to Special Event Management course. She enjoys the busy, dynamic nature of the HUB, meeting new people and learning all the responsibilities the role involves. Lenore is eager to learn, enjoys working with the team, and looks forward to continuing to grow in her role while supporting the communities and people the HUB serves.
Elder Connect Coordinator
Sasha is proud to serve as the Elder Connect Coordinator for Lillooet Learns and to be part of a dedicated team committed to fostering a vibrant, connected community for seniors. Having lived in Lillooet for the past five years, Sasha brings a strong commitment to community wellbeing and a belief that elders deserve to feel safe, celebrated, and engaged in all aspects of community life.
In her role, Sasha draws on experience in case management, crisis support, and community outreach, including work as an Employment Advisor with WorkBC and in supportive roles with youth and women’s services. She has training in mental health first aid, crisis intervention, and individualized support planning, and is experienced in documentation, reporting, and connecting people to local resources. Alongside her professional work, some may recognize Sasha from her performances with The Fly Smackers, a local old-time band and an expression of her creativity that she brings into her work with elders.
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