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Meet Our Team:
Squamish CAN Staff
Krystle tenBrink - Executive Director
Krystle began working on food initiatives with Squamish CAN in 2010. To date she has co-lead establishing the Squamish Food Charter; co-founding the Squamish Food Policy Council; the development of the CAN Grow Community Garden & Mamquam Edible School Yard & integrating food system policies into Squamish's Official Community Plan.
Krystle@squamishcan.net
Krystle@squamishcan.net
Harriet Jarvis - Downtown School Farm Manager
Originally from England and with a background in environmental science, Harriet now embraces an off grid lifestyle here in Squamish. She embodies a deep connection to nature, making her a skilled gardener and a steward of sustainable living practices.
When she's not tending to her crops, you will find her outside in the mountains, birdwatching, trail running, cycling, or out on the ocean trying to master her new hobby of wing foiling.
harriet@squamishcan.net
When she's not tending to her crops, you will find her outside in the mountains, birdwatching, trail running, cycling, or out on the ocean trying to master her new hobby of wing foiling.
harriet@squamishcan.net
Marie-ève Boutin - Seed Library & Greenhouse Manager
Marie-ève started with arts & photography in Québec & continued on to the film industry in Vancouver, intertwined with service industry roles. After starting a family in Squamish, landscaping followed, then permaculture design & volunteering with Squamish CAN which lead to her role as Food Projects Coordinator.
Marie-eve@squamishcan.net
Marie-eve@squamishcan.net
Shannon Friday - Zero Waste Coordinator
Shannon Friday (she/they) has been a member of Squamish CAN since moving to the area in 2018, helping out with Repair Cafes and the Re-Use-It Fair and having a downtown community garden plot. She is excited to be the Zero Waste Coordinator because it combines a passion for recognizing diverse skills like mending and repair, community exchange, and spreading the word about how to save our planet!
Before moving to Squamish, Shannon lived in Wellington, New Zealand. In addition to founding a theatre company, Shannon worked as the manager of a TimeBank, a community organization that facilitates skill sharing throughout a community. Shannon lives with their partner James, their two adorable and perfect cats, McTavish and Flick, and a rotating door of visiting pets.
shannon@squamishcan.net
Before moving to Squamish, Shannon lived in Wellington, New Zealand. In addition to founding a theatre company, Shannon worked as the manager of a TimeBank, a community organization that facilitates skill sharing throughout a community. Shannon lives with their partner James, their two adorable and perfect cats, McTavish and Flick, and a rotating door of visiting pets.
shannon@squamishcan.net
Stephanie Heaton - School Garden Educator (Don Ross)
Passionate about nature and nurturing sustainable communities, Stephanie likes to immerse herself in hands-on projects that make a positive impact. With a background as a school garden facilitator in Vancouver and volunteer with the Landed Learning Project at UBC Farm Stephanie is looking forward to becoming part of the gardening network in Squamish.
She is also looking forward to working on her roller skating and skiing skills.
She is also looking forward to working on her roller skating and skiing skills.
Marissa Carlberg - Educator and Grower at Mamquam Elementary Schoolyard
Coming from a background in outdoor education and guiding, Marissa found her love of organic agriculture four years ago. She has since been dedicated to working on small scale organic farms, learning about ecologically sound farming practices and supporting local food systems. Marissa loves connecting with community members about growing, living lightly and how we can better empower our local communities.
When she’s not dreaming about the plants she’s growing, Marissa can be found trying to learn a new craft (currently this is knitting) or looking for the next beautiful place to camp.
marissa@squamishcan.net
When she’s not dreaming about the plants she’s growing, Marissa can be found trying to learn a new craft (currently this is knitting) or looking for the next beautiful place to camp.
marissa@squamishcan.net
Chantelle Matthews - Communications
Chantelle relocated from Englands rolling hills to the mountains of BC over seven years ago. A self confessed fabric nerd, she believes there’s no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong outdoor gear. Which serves her very well when adventuring with her Mexican rescue Odie!
When shes not organising community events, Chantelle has a passion for inter-generational learning and skill sharing, and relishes an opportunity to open up conversations that encourage lifelong learning through those within our local and broader community.
communications@squamishcan.net
When shes not organising community events, Chantelle has a passion for inter-generational learning and skill sharing, and relishes an opportunity to open up conversations that encourage lifelong learning through those within our local and broader community.
communications@squamishcan.net
Caroline Manuel - Development Coordinator
Caroline grew up on Canada’s East Coast, on the traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq People in Halifax (K’jipuktuk), Nova Scotia. After years working abroad in Asia and Europe, she put down roots in Vancouver and forged a dynamic path—co-owning a popular diner, working in factual TV, and lending her expertise to organizations like the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, Fresh Roots, and Story Money Impact. Now, joining Squamish CAN, Caroline continues to champion resilient food systems and sustainable communities. Based in Nanaimo, she loves uncovering hidden local food gems, growing food despite curious creatures, and adventuring with her family and their Mexi rescue dog, Canela.
development@squamishcan.net
development@squamishcan.net
Squamish CAN Board of Directors
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