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Volunteer BC Team

Meet the 2025 – 2026 Team

Executive Officers

Cari Moore

President | Director, Volunteer Fraser Valley

Cari is the Director of Volunteer Fraser Valley where she enjoys connecting volunteers with different opportunities in the Fraser Valley. She has a passion for volunteer management and the volunteer management cycle and takes great joy in sharing knowledge with local non-profits through training and workshops. She is currently the Programs and Volunteer Coordinator at the Chilliwack and District Seniors Resources Society. Cari also volunteers with ChillTV as an on air interviewer and weather person and has been an active member of Soroptimist International of Chilliwack for 12 years.

Anne-Marie Koeppen

Past President | Consultant

Anne-Marie continues to enjoy the benefit of a strong network in the nonprofit and voluntary sector. As a lifelong volunteer, she believes you have to be a volunteer to know a volunteer. She considers the people around her to be one of her greatest assets and values the opportunity to engage their voice of experience. She continues to connect with her rural roots, looks forward to writing the next great story, and whatever the future brings.

She currently volunteers on the board of Volunteer BC, assists local community organizations as requested, co-facilitates Cowichan Networking for nonprofits group, is a member of Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, and serves on the NonProfit Network steering committee with Vantage Point.

Anne-Marie was honoured to receive the Diamond Jubilee, Caring Canadian Award and King Charles Coronation awards for volunteerism and thanks everyone in the background who have been part of this journey.

Rita Innamorati

Treasurer | Executive Director, Volunteer Nanaimo

Rita has been with Volunteer Nanaimo for 19 years, the past 10 working full time, currently as volunteer Executive Director. Charity work and volunteerism has always been a passion. She instilled volunteerism in her three daughters growing up, always leading by example, but ensuring that they participated and that they understood the importance and relevance of contributing to society in a meaningful way. Over the years wherever she lived, Rita was proud and thankful to be able to do volunteer work, sit on various boards and committees.

Board of Directors

Grace Davidson

Administration & Community Engagement Support, Volunteer Terrace

Grace has been with Volunteer Terrace for 2-years and has been volunteering for over 10-years. She is passionate about learning new things and meeting new people. She supports the Senior’s Programs, and the Youth Leadership program, as well as being a Volunteer Trained Restorative Justice Facilitator. She has been accepted into a 1-year Non-Profit and Management Associates Certificate through BCIT online, where she is excited to grow her knowledge within the field.

Dakota Chang

Program Manager, Volunteer Prince George

Dakota is the Program Manager for Volunteer Prince George. He has a background in Finance and Information Systems while also holding a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) designation from the Project Management Institute. Dakota has previously worked in the higher education, financial services and medical field. He believes strongly in the impact and power that a strong community presence can have on the most vulnerable.

Daniel Suen

Executive Director, Connections Community Services Society

Daniel brings extensive experience in youth counseling and program management to his role. He has been a pivotal figure in Volunteer & Leadership Management within the organization and has successfully led a group of approximately 80 Canadian volunteers to Guangzhou, China, for a transformative Leadership Camp. His expertise spans life skills coaching, with a focus on leadership development, self-esteem building, communication enhancement, and harm reduction strategies. Daniel’s dedication to community service has earned him several accolades, including the “U-Roc Award” from the City of Richmond, the “Best Quality Client Service Award” from the Family and Community Support Service, and recognition for his “Outstanding Contribution” to youth programs. In his free time, Daniel enjoys organizing social events and participating in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and playing badminton. He also volunteers his time with other organizations and events whenever possible. Daniel firmly believes that it is more blessed to give than to receive and that even small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on the lives of others.

Wendy Williams

Volunteer Okanagan Coordinator, KCR Community Resources

Wendy Williams is the Volunteer Okanagan Coordinator at Kelowna Community Resources, connecting volunteers with meaningful opportunities and supporting local agencies in building strong volunteer programs. With over 25 years of experience in non-profit leadership, brain injury rehabilitation, and community development, Wendy brings expertise in program management, community engagement, and relationship building. She also provides private consulting in cognitive rehabilitation and support for individuals with disabilities, specializing in brain injury and autism. Known for her creativity, organizational skills, and action-oriented approach, Wendy is dedicated to fostering inclusive, supportive, and empowering communities in the Okanagan.

Oscar Cruz

Manager of Supported Volunteering, Volunteer Burnaby

Oscar Cruz is a Manager of Supported Introduction to Volunteering with Volunteer Burnaby since 2001, providing services for people with intellectual disabilities to find meaningful volunteer opportunities that will enrich their lives. Currently also coordinating learning opportunities for managers of volunteers and the Volunteer Resources Administration Online (VRAO) training. Oscar is a math and science, with a minor in Special Education teacher with extensive faith and community leadership experience.

Paula King

Principal, Paperchain

Paula is a communications and human resources professional passionate about building strong, connected communities. She has worked across corporate, government, and non-profit sectors in Canada, the U.S., and the Netherlands, leading initiatives in leadership development, employee engagement, and community partnerships. As Principal of Paperchain, Paula supports local organizations, providing strategic communications, program design, and project management.

Volunteer BC Staff

Subrina Monteith

Executive Director

Subrina joined the South Okanagan Similkameen Community Connections Volunteer Centre in 2021, bringing with her a wealth of experience in volunteer management and a deep commitment to community engagement. With a regional approach to team building, she fosters strong connections across the South Okanagan Similkameen and with a provincial lens by supporting a wide network of volunteers and non-profit organizations. Over the years, Subrina has contributed her time and leadership to numerous committees, festivals, and initiatives, including the Peach Festival, Penticton Rib Festival, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Terry Fox Foundation, Air Cadets, and the Kaleden Community Association. Her hands-on experience in event coordination, volunteer recruitment, and community development has made her a trusted resource for local organizations. Known for her collaborative spirit and grassroots perspective, Subrina is passionate about empowering volunteers and strengthening the non-profit sector throughout the region.

Contact Subrina: executivedirector@volunteerbc.bc.ca

Rayne Inkster

Program Officer | Conference Manager

Since joining Volunteer BC in 2022, Rayne has worked in administration, communications, social media, and helped organize and promote the annual Volunteer Futures conference. Outside of VBC, Rayne is getting her Master's of Applied Science at Simon Fraser University with a focus in neurotechnology for depression treatment.

Contact Rayne: admin@volunteerbc.bc.ca