Board of Directors 2024-2025

terry fahr – investment and banking industry professional, retired

Terry has been a Deep Cove resident since 1999 and enjoys all that this beautiful community and the North Shore provides. Terry retired in September 2022 after spending his career in the investment and banking industry. He spent 35 years with RBC, the last 21 years were as Vice-President and Portfolio Manager with RBC Dominion Securities and prior to that was Centre Manager, RBC Private Banking and Manager of RBC’s Main Branch. Terry is a graduate of Dalhousie University’s MBA program. He has been a lifelong art enthusiast. He is a member of North Van Arts, The Polygon Gallery, the Vancouver Art Gallery, and the Contemporary Arts Society – Vancouver. Terry and his wife JoAnne have two adult sons and their families live in North Vancouver and they spend their free time attending as many of their five grandchildren’s activities as possible. They share a love of travel, biking, tennis, and golf.

Francine BOLDUC – RETIRED SENIOR LEADER HUMAN RESOURCES

Originally from Quebec, Francine relocated to Vancouver in 1990 and has called the North Shore home since 1998. She has held senior leadership positions in human resources, including Director of Human Resources at VanCity Credit Union and, most recently, Executive Vice-President of Human Resources at Homewood Health. A highlight of Francine’s career was her role in the 2010 Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games where she oversaw the Human Resources and Official Languages portfolios. Francine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations and is a designated CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) member. Francine is an active participant in the arts. She practices painting and is a member of North Van Arts and the North Shore Artists’ Guild, reflecting her lifelong passion for creativity and community involvement.

ANNE-MARIE LAWRENCE – Retired (bOARD SECRETARY)

Originally from Edinburgh, Scotland, Anne-Marie has lived in North Vancouver since 1972. She has been involved in many community organizations such as the North Shore Women’s Centre, United Way Committee for the North Shore, Girl Guides, and the North Vancouver Community Arts Council.  With an avid interest in the arts, Anne-Marie has had a membership with the Vancouver Art Gallery since 1983. Anne-Marie sits on the board of North Shore Heritage Preservation Society because she strongly believes in the value of heritage as an expression of cultural identity and supports the retention of heritage structures, integrating with new construction rather than demolition, to retain as much of the original character of the North Shore as is possible.

DINA SADEGHI – (she/her) B.Env, MRM (Planning)

Dina grew up in North Vancouver for most of her life. She is currently a graduate student at Simon Fraser University, focusing on provincial food planning and cultural placemaking. She has dedicated most of her work experience to serving the community of North Vancouver, through her work on the Culture Compass and within the Shipyards District and Lonsdale Quay. She is fascinated by how geography shapes the functions of societies and enjoys exploring these relationships. She is passionate about community building and recognizing the importance of the arts in maintaining strong and inclusive communities.

DANIELLE SEGUR – RETIRED COMMUNITY BRANCH COORDINATOR

Danielle recently retired from her position as a Community Branch Coordinator for Vancity Credit Union and during her tenure she developed community connections and established strong working relationships with community partners. She graduated from Langara College where she studied Fine Art, Graphic Design and Art History, she has held various positions in the art and communications fields and her passion for preserving and promoting the arts aligns with her belief in the importance of building strong and resilient communities. Danielle has served on the board of the BC Children’s Heart Network, and is a member of North Van Arts, West Vancouver Community Arts Council, Vancouver Art Gallery and North Shore Artist Guild. Danielle and her family are lifelong North Shore residents and have been small business owners in the lower mainland for several generations. She has a lifelong love of creating art, and has participated in local arts events such as the Art Rental program, Harmony Arts festival, and the North Shore Art Crawl.

KAREN A. MOOLA – Strategic Planning Consultant and Community Planner

Karen is passionate about the intersection of culture, arts and community and seeks ways to foster this passion, both professionally and personally.  She works as an independent consultant, providing strategic planning and engagement services. Her consulting experience includes arts and culture projects in BC.  Karen also works as a Community Planner, focusing on municipal planning issues including heritage and affordable housing.  She is dedicated to community and professional service, having served as the Partnership Director for Ballet BC Up, a young patrons group designed to develop philanthropy and a love for the arts among young professionals. She has also served on the Board of Directors for Education without Borders and the Planning Institute of British Columbia.  She enjoys North Shore arts, culture and recreational experiences with her family.

Sara pedlow – lawyer

Sara grew up on the North Shore, which she has always considered home. Though she briefly ventured away for university, she returned to North Vancouver to raise her children. Sara is a wills and estates lawyer and an active volunteer in the community. She currently serves as the Chair of the Canadian Bar Association Wills & Trusts (Vancouver) subsection, as the Student Liaison Officer for the Vancouver Branch Executive of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, and as a member of the BC Cancer Foundation’s Trusted Advisor Circle. Art has always been an imperative outlet in Sara’s life, and her preferred medium is pen & ink. She now happily encourages her two young daughters to explore arts and crafts, and friends who visit often marvel at the family’s collection of art supplies. Sara is delighted to be a member of North Van Arts, to witness and foster the intersection of arts and community.

Shirin Shad – Resource Sharing Supervisor, Simon Fraser University

Shirin is a highly experienced expert in heritage conservation with over 19 years of expertise, particularly in earthen architecture. Her background in structural engineering, coupled with advanced studies in heritage preservation, has enabled her to work on significant National and World Heritage sites in Canada, Germany, and Iran. She holds a Ph.D. in Structural Heritage Design from Dresden University of Technology, with a focus on conserving historical adobe structures. After relocating to Canada, Shirin has taken on various roles on the North Shore, including volunteering with the Heritage Society of BC and the West Coast Modern Home Tour with the West Vancouver Museum. She also serves as a board member of the North Shore Heritage Society and has worked at St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School. Currently, she is a supervisor at Simon Fraser University’s Library, overseeing Resource Sharing. Shirin is fluent in English, German, and Farsi, and since 2019, she has been an active member of SFU Library’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee.

KATIE RODGERS – Visual Artist/CPA (Board Treasurer)

Katie is a North Vancouver-based artist and a member of North Van Arts. She can frequently be found exploring the trails near Mt Seymour with her energetic twin boys. From 2003-2012, Katie was the co-owner of a healthy meal delivery company (with fresh grab-and-go cafes). Since then, she has applied her skills in business development, accounting, strategic planning, and marketing services for organizations operating across several industries (including forestry, property management, modular structures, food services, and First Nations youth training). Katie backs her experience up with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph and a Certified Management Accountants designation. Her artwork can be seen in the North Van Arts member listing or at www.katierodgers.ca.

KATHLEEN WHYTE – Senior Manager of Human Resources, Family Services of the North Shore (Board CHAIr)

Kathleen is the Senior Manager of Human Resources at Family Services of the North Shore.  She is also an active volunteer in the community and has volunteered primarily with the music program at Handsworth Secondary School, the West Vancouver Youth Band, and Highlands United Church. While originally from Vancouver, she has lived on the North Shore for the past 30 years and has raised her 3 children in North Vancouver. Though not an artist, she considers herself an active supporter of the arts through her frequent attendance at live theatre, musical performances, art crawls, and the like. Kathleen has a BA in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and her CPHR designation.