Our board of directors and management team
President- Ellen Irvine
I have been on the board of directors for the Society for Animals in Distress since September 2016. I have held many positions since that time: Secretary, Vice-President, and President. I love animals and have been a caretaker and friend to dogs and cats my entire life. I currently am owned by one scruffy little yorkie cross shih tzu. Previously, I had two rottweilers befo
Vice President - Rick Hamilton
Rick has been advocating on behalf of injured workers for more than 30 years, beginning in the mining industry. When employed in the public sector, He worked for the the Office of the Worker Adviser Ministry of Labour for 26 years. He continues to serve injured workers as a licensed para legal working for B&S Associates, specializing in occupational disease and ment
Treasurer-Pauline Hart
Douglas Sigurdson - Board Member
Doug has been a valued member of our organization as both a volunteer and as our business manager. He has now joined our board of directors.
Debbie Valley - Board member
Doreen MacKay - Secretary
Tammy Van Roon - Business Manager
Tammy is a long time Elliot Laker with many years’ business experience. Tammy is responsible for the day to day operations at both the shelter and the sunshine shop.
Stephen Belleheumer- Shelter Coordinator
Stephen is responsible for our Daycare, Boarding, Surrender and Adoption services.