Board of Trustees

CHAIR

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Growing up in Stony Plain, Susan now calls Parkland County home. After a successful 40-year career in the banking industry, she retired to spend more time with her husband, two children, and two grandchildren. A dedicated volunteer, Susan has been actively involved in numerous community initiatives throughout her life, lending her time and expertise to various causes.

Since joining the Foundation Board in 2017, Susan has played a key role in supporting its mission, contributing her financial expertise and leadership skills to help guide strategic decisions. Her commitment to philanthropy and community service has been instrumental in driving fundraising efforts, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring the Foundation’s continued success. With a passion for giving back, Susan remains deeply engaged in making a lasting impact on the lives of those in her community.

VICE CHAIR

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Jay is a highly experienced consultant in employee benefits and group retirement, currently with HUB International. Over the past three decades, he has held leadership and advisory roles at firms including BenefitLink Resource Group Inc., PPI Financial Group, and London Life. Known for his strategic insight and client-focused approach, Jay has helped organizations across industries align their benefits and retirement programs with long-term goals and values.

Jay’s extensive expertise in financial strategy and benefits planning brings valuable insight to the governance and fundraising efforts of the WestView Health Foundation. His background enhances the Foundation’s ability to make fiscally responsible, forward-looking decisions that support healthcare access and innovation.

What makes Jay’s contribution especially meaningful is his strong personal commitment to supporting local healthcare. He understands that access to high-quality care close to home is vital for the health, dignity, and resilience of our community. By joining the Board, Jay is helping ensure that residents in the WestView region continue to benefit from modern equipment, responsive services, and community-based health programs. His leadership supports the Foundation’s mission to build a healthier future, one initiative at a time.

TREASURER

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Jim is a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist with a proven track record of building and growing successful companies. He approaches every business as if it were his own, ensuring that the right systems, financial structures, and teams are in place to drive sustainable growth.

For the past five years, Jim has worked closely with First Nations in Treaty 7, 8, and 11, contributing to both Band Operations and Economic Development. His expertise spans business planning, financing, tax strategy, compliance, and financial reporting—skills honed through years of starting, acquiring, and selling companies.

Beyond business, Jim is deeply community-minded and passionate about advocating for local healthcare access for diverse populations. He is a valued member of the WestView Health Foundation, where he contributes to initiatives that strengthen healthcare services and accessibility within the community. Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and skills that have proven to be vital assets for the Foundation, helping drive its mission forward.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to scale businesses, Jim remains committed to helping organizations thrive through strategic vision, operational excellence, and meaningful community impact.

TRUSTEE

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Diane Bertrand brings a dynamic blend of scientific expertise, creative innovation, and business acumen to her role within the health foundation. With a degree in Food Science from McGill University, where she was active in the food and consumer affairs group, Diane has continually demonstrated a passion for improving lives through thoughtful design and nutrition. Her academic achievements include receiving the Canadian Pasta Manufacturers Association Award for best nutritional recipe, an early indication of her ingenuity in food development.

Currently, Diane is involved part-time in product development at English Bay Chocolate Factory, which now owns the Kinnikinnick brand. Her role includes research and development, quality control, and packaging design, and she has collaborated with major clients such as Starbucks, Gordon Foods, and Dairy Queen. Diane’s hands-on approach and creative problem-solving have led to the successful launch of several innovative products.

In addition to her work in the food industry, Diane is part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the growth of 14 family-owned businesses. Her exposure to various operational and administrative roles across these companies has deepened her versatility and strategic thinking.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Diane has remained deeply committed to charitable work focused on care, community, and personal growth. Her unique combination of technical knowledge, creative flair, and operational experience makes her a valuable asset to the health foundation. She contributes not only through her understanding of food and wellness but also by championing initiatives that promote community health and sustainable development.

TRUSTEE

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Josh brings a unique combination of legal expertise, technical background, and deep community connection to the WestView Health Foundation. As a partner at Main Street Law LLP and head of both the Real Estate and Wills & Estates departments, he has spent the past decade serving the same geographic region as the Foundation. His extensive experience in wills and estates has given him firsthand insight into how healthcare impacts families, reinforcing his commitment to improving health outcomes in the community.

Josh earned his law degree from the University of Alberta after first pursuing a career in Computer Engineering, where he worked with both startups and multinational corporations. He continues to hold a Professional Engineering designation, showcasing his analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

His combination of legal expertise, strategic thinking, and community-focused perspective makes him a valuable asset to the Foundation, helping guide initiatives that enhance local healthcare services and support families during critical times.

TRUSTEE

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Gurpreet is the founder, head distiller, and in-house counsel at Anohka Distillery, a family business rooted in Parkland County. Before establishing Anohka, he practiced law as an insurance defence litigator in Edmonton. Gurpreet holds a Law degree from the University of Calgary and a Physics degree from the University of Alberta.

With deep ties to the community, Gurpreet credits much of his family’s business success to the support of local residents served by the WestView Health Foundation. His decision to join the board is driven by a strong desire to give back to the community that welcomed and supported his family business.

Gurpreet also brings unique insight into the healthcare system, informed by the experiences of several family members who are frontline healthcare workers. Their perspectives have shaped his understanding of the challenges within our healthcare system and the vital role it plays in the well-being of our communities.

His blend of legal expertise, entrepreneurial leadership, and community-focused perspective makes Gurpreet a valued member of the WestView Health Foundation Board of Trustees.