MCS Directors
Colleen Spier, President
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Sandy Case, Vice-president
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Dana Lynn Seaborn, Secretary
Dana Lynn was one of the founding forces to develop Metis services and programs for the South Island. She had a vision for an agency to serve Metis children and families and carried that vision forward from a small office in the View Street "Save the World" building, to the present Metis Community Services Agency. Her background combines a university degree (B.A., Ed/Psych) with experience as a counsellor, music therapist, and administrator. She was honoured by BC's Lieutenant Governor for her commitment and leadership in the Metis community. In her role as Director of Cultural Planning, Dana Lynn provided cultural presentations to many locations, including Victoria Folkfest, University of Victoria (School of Social Work, History Department and English Department), Victoria & Region High Schools, Elementary Schools and the Red River West Metis Festival. She also developed a library of Metis cultural and historical materials, as well as a Metis Activity Booklet for children. The Booklet includes varied historical and cultural illustrations, activities and informational vignettes.
Ron Schell, Treasurer
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Robert Donahue, Executive Director
A Lac Ste. Anne Metis, Robert is one of the founding directors of Métis Community Services. He is the great-grandson of Jean Baptiste Belcourt and Cecile Calliou. His grandfather, Gabriel Belcourt accepted scrip in 1885 ending his Treaty status. His maternal ancestors include Nancy Courtorielle, daughter of Kesketawkuy, (Louis Courtorielle), the legendary buffalo hunter. He is a father and grandfather.