Lilian (she/her) is a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) and Co-Chair for Urban Land Institute BC Women Leadership Initiative (WLI). She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and an Urban Design Certificate from Simon Fraser University (SFU). Lilian is an active volunteer with different local organizations in Metro Vancouver and is an expert in urban design and construction management of different asset types, including single-family homes, townhomes, condos, high-rises, and commercial mixed-use. With over a decade of experience in land acquisition, government relations, leadership development, financing, and all phases of development through construction, she is passionate about the creation of affordable housing and commits to working on innovative ways to increase affordability, livability, and community connection in Metro Vancouver. Lilian is also a recipient of Business in Vancouver’s 2024 Forty Under 40 Award for excellence in business and community leadership.

Peer-Daniel (he/him) is a community planner, researcher, and facilitator working to support communities and non-profit organizations in making better decisions and creating sustainable change through research, process design, and strategic stakeholder engagement. He is currently the Manager of Housing and Social Policy at the City of Coquitlam and was a former Policy Manager at BC Non-Profit Housing Association. He brings years of experience in non-profit real estate development, housing policy and homelessness to his work. He is an effective problem-solver and experienced facilitator used to working with diverse populations. Peer-Daniel is an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia and holds a Master's in Planning from the School of Community and Regional Planning at the University of British Columbia.

Alice (she/her) is a housing and community development consultant based in Vancouver, BC, with a long-standing connection to Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society. As a project manager, she was key in developing some of the Society’s first social housing buildings, including Alma Blackwell, Antkiw Court and Beatrice Terrace. Since 1981, Alice has been a dedicated advocate for affordable housing, serving as a Development Consultant for co-op and non-profit housing for 16 years and as the first Executive Director of the BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) for 11 years. In recognition of her contributions, she received BCNPHA’s Denise LeBlond Memorial Award in 2010. A certified adult educator since 1987, Alice has facilitated community consultations, workshops, and strategic planning sessions, as well as developed and co-taught courses in Langara College’s Social Housing Management Certificate Program. Her consulting work focuses on helping organizations and communities assess housing needs, address poverty, and develop housing solutions. Through her expertise in board development, housing feasibility studies, and strategic planning, Alice continues to make a lasting impact in the sector.

Angella (she/her) is currently the Director of Enterprise Risk & Resilience for the BC Financial Services Authority, a Crown agency responsible for supervising and regulating the financial services sector. She is an experienced project manager and people leader, a certified and experienced business continuity planner, and an experienced enterprise risk management leader, holding the Canadian Risk Manager designation. Angella rounds out her professional experience in private and public sector organizations with a master’s degree in medieval literature and a passion for housing accessibility.

Haowen (he/him) brings over seven years of experience in the real estate industry, specializing in financial modeling, investment analysis, and project financing. He has played a key role in evaluating large-scale real estate investments and providing strategic insights for complex financing arrangements. Beyond his professional expertise, Haowen is deeply committed to community impact. His strong finance background, combined with a passion for community-focused initiatives, drives his dedication to advancing Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society’s mission. By leveraging his financial expertise and strategic insights, he aims to support the Society’s long-term success and enhance its impact on the communities it serves.

Laura (she/her) brings 19 years of experience in the non-profit housing sector, with a strong focus on co-operative housing management. As the Operations Manager for a co-op housing management company, she has successfully overseen numerous housing co-operatives and their funding programs across the province. In a previous leadership role, Laura played a key part in developing and managing a dynamic Staff Development Team, ensuring ongoing sector-specific education for staff. Committed to continuous learning, she is currently pursuing a Nonprofit Management program at Simon Fraser University. Her dedication to the housing sector and passion for professional development make her a valuable asset to the community.

Leanna (she/her) is an accomplished urban planner and community engagement professional, bringing over a decade of experience to the board of Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society. She has a wealth of expertise collaborating with diverse communities to ensure infrastructure projects and policy initiatives are deeply responsive to local social and cultural contexts. Leanna excels at creating engagement frameworks that elevate community voices, fostering trust, transparency, and meaningful participation.

Throughout her career, she has led complex projects in urban, rural, and remote areas across BC, adeptly navigating jurisdictional and regulatory complexities to bring critical housing and infrastructure initiatives to fruition. Her expertise in developing fit-for-purpose governance frameworks ensures accountability and drives effective decision-making within multi-stakeholder environments. In her current role as Director, Planning & Sustainability at Sacred Waters Developments Ltd—a development company co-owned by the Katzie, Kwantlen, and Semiahmoo First Nations—Leanna leads the integration of sustainability and social impact initiatives across Sacred Waters' development projects. Her depth of knowledge in sustainable development and housing policy will be an asset to the Society's board, positioning her to make strategic decisions aligned with the organization’s mission to create safe, affordable, and inclusive housing.

Sabrina (she/her) is a seasoned land development leader with more than 20 years of experience across municipal, provincial, and federal sectors and consulting. Currently Director of Real Estate Development at TransLink, she has led large-scale infrastructure and mixed-use projects totalling over $30 billion. Her work includes building and leading development programs for organizations such as Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx and consulting, with expertise in property acquisition, transit-oriented development, innovative housing, and sustainable urban growth. Sabrina’s skill set spans the full project lifecycle—from stakeholder alignment and strategic partnerships to planning, design, procurement, and property management. Known for her resilient and collaborative leadership, she is dedicated to creating equitable, community-centred spaces that offer enduring value. A strong advocate for women as pillars of thriving communities, Sabrina is a valuable addition to the Society's board.

Vance (he/him) is an Architectural Partner and Vancouver Studio Chair at DIALOG, an integrated practice in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Planning, and Sustainability. Since joining DIALOG in 2005, Vance has progressed from Project Architect to Partner in 2015. He is passionate about mentoring young architects and is actively involved with the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) and the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC).

Vance also dedicates his time to youth sports, having coached soccer for the Vancouver Athletic Football Club (VAFC) and the Britannia Community Centre. His commitment to social causes includes volunteering at the Vancouver Food Bank and the Food Stash Foundation. As a Board Member of the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA), Vance advocates for public transit investment and support. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria. Vance is a registered Architect in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, and a LEED Accredited Professional. He is dedicated to housing equity and leverages his expertise to support affordable housing initiatives, recognizing the critical need for stable housing for young families. Vance lives in Vancouver with his wife and their son and daughter.

Victoria Barclay’s (she/her) work is grounded in her belief that strong communities are the key to happy populations. She is a Research Associate at Viewpoints Research where she conducts polling and market research for progressive clients across Canada. Victoria completed her Master of Arts in Sociology at the University of British Columbia where she investigated the housing situations of Indigenous, Black, and Women of Colour after fleeing violence in Toronto and Vancouver. She also supported the Finding Rooms for Families study which examined how the National Occupancy Standards influence the housing options available to women after violence in these cities. Victoria served a two-year term as an Ex-Officio Board Director at Habitat for Humanity Canada. She is a member of the Canadian Council of Young Feminists and the Race and Ethno-Cultural Equity Advisory Committee at the City of Vancouver.