The Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society incorporated as a Non-Profit Organization in 2016, after District of Sechelt, Town of Gibsons, and Sunshine Coast Regional District funded Sunshine Coast Housing Committee from 2013-2015 from a commitment to address the housing crisis on the Sunshine Coast.
Our Board of Directors
KIM DARWIN - president
Although not born in Sechelt, Kim describes herself as a “local”, having lived on the Coast for over 50 years. She is mom to 3 adult children. Prior to starting her present career as an independent mortgage broker, Kim spent 16 years as a legal assistant, specializing in property, corporate and wills and estate law. She has completed Property Management, Real Estate Salesperson and Sub-Mortgage Broker programs through UBC Sauder School of Business. In addition to her work on the SCAHS Board, she is a Board Director with the Salish Sea Regenerative Farm Society "who are reclamating soil to grow healthy food for Sechelt Hospital". Kim’s passion is to work toward solving difficult problems and to make a positive difference in her community. “Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you.” –Ruth Bader Ginsburg
WANDA SELZER - VICE PRESIDENT
Wanda came to SCAHS with a strong commitment to finding solutions toward affordable housing on the Sunshine Coast. She has 25 years of experience working in various positions in Community Mental Health – mostly providing supported housing in Vancouver. Wanda also lived for 12 years in Cooperative Housing in Vancouver’s west end. There, she served on many committees and the Co-op’s board of directors. This environment cemented her desire to create diverse inclusive communities that offer safe, secure and affordable housing. Wanda has a BA in Psychology from UBC and a Post Graduate Diploma in Gerontology from SFU. Wanda joined the Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society in 2016.
Melissa enyedy - Secretary
Melissa grew up in Roberts Creek and having moved away after high school decided to move back in 2010 to get back to a slower pace of living. She currently runs her own Wellness business specializing in Restful Living practices. Prior to making her career switch, Melissa worked for 10 years with the Sunshine Coast Credit Union, primarily in Administration and Management.
Having watched the dramatic change in housing on the Sunshine Coast and experiencing the many challenges we now face regarding affordable housing, Melissa is excited and passionate about contributing to solution-based actions and moving this important conversation forward.
NORBERT JAKUBKE
Norbert and his wife, Ilona, moved to Gibsons three years ago after 15 wonderful years on Gambier Island. While they treasure their memories of Gambier, they’ve found a new sense of connection in the vibrant energy of their Gibsons community. Norbert’s career as a graphic designer and marketing strategist has seen him collaborate with some of the largest real estate developers, helping people visualize and achieve their dream of homeownership. Over the years, he’s seen how housing affordability has shifted from being a rare concern to one of the most pressing issues facing communities today. He believes a strong, sustainable community depends on people of all ages having access to affordable housing—whether it's the person serving at a local shop or sharing a meal at a neighborhood café. With a passion for creating meaningful change, Norbert is committed to using his skills and vision to support SCAHS in ensuring that affordable housing remains within reach for everyone in this remarkable community.
Mike Alsop
Mike Alsop joined the Board in 2019 with a long history of board experience as well as involvement in co-op housing. He has served in various roles with Co-operative Housing Federation of BC, Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada, and Rooftops Canada/ABRI International. He also has experience working with BC Housing, BC Non-Profit Housing, and CMHC in policy development around the leaky co-op issue. Mike also worked with Cana Management as a coordinator in maintenance and long term planning. He served as President of SCAHS from 2018-2022.
KEN KING
With 47 years in construction and public infrastructure across BC and Alberta, Ken brings extensive expertise to our board. A qualified Quantity Surveyor with dual diplomas in Urban Land Economics from UBC, he has been involved in all aspects of project costing and quantity surveying. Ken has also taught at Vancouver Community College, Langara, Douglas College, UBC, and more, sharing his skills with future professionals.
Ken’s project management and development experience spans over $30 billion in construction value, including roles with Alberta Infrastructure, the Territory of Nunavut, and the City of Vancouver. His vast knowledge and experience in both public and private sector projects are invaluable assets to our mission of affordable housing.
Christopher Johnston
Christopher brings decades of experience in every facet of residential construction from single family homes to large multi story developments to our organization. He has developed programs for the North Alberta Institute of Technology focusing on the development of affordable housing. He has served on the boards of various housing non-profits across Western Canada.
Andy Maycock
Landed in the lower mainland 35 years ago with a plan to attend UBC and train as a Geophysicist. While attending UBC and exploring the province, Andy and his wife Clare fell in love with the Sunshine Coast. Three children and a career that took his family around the world later, Andy and Clare moved back to the Sunshine Coast. Although Andy trained and worked as a Geophysicist, his later years saw him in technical, project and development management. The wealth juxtaposition Andy experienced while overseas helped crystallize his belief in the right to affordable housing and his desire to support that right. Andy lives and operates a Geophysical company in Gibsons, holds B.Sc in Geophysics from UBC, an MBA from Middlesex University (London, UK) and is a Registered Professional Geophysicist (P.Geoph) with APEGA.
Karys Foley
Karys is a registered social worker with over 30 years experience working with vulnerable children, families and individuals. She has held title of family counsellor; youth worker; educational assistant; key worker and home share provider. Over the 17 years she worked in the non-profit sector she learned a bit about making resources stretch and thinking creatively about getting needs met. Karys has also worked for government agencies such as CLBC and MCFD. Her current role as a family support navigator with SD46 puts her in touch with families who are struggling with the rapid changes happening in housing and food security. In addition, she has a private practice as a behavior coach who provides training and education on complex neurodevelopmental conditions. All of this experience makes Karys a strong and capable advocate and support resource. She is passionate about making room for everyone to have their needs met. She is honoured to have grown up and live on the sacred ancestral lands and waters of the Shishalh Nation where she raised her family and grows her own food.
BETH BREASAIL
Beth has been a resident of the Sunshine Coast since 2021. She has over twenty years experience in the real estate industry, in the management, development and leasing of commercial and multifamily buildings across Western Canada. Beth has been licensed as a Real Estate Salesperson, has a B.Com in Entrepreneurial Management from Royal Roads University and a Marketing Management diploma from BCIT. Beth has served on real estate industry and non-profit boards and is a systems thinker who understands the impact that a lack of affordable housing has on the community and its residents. She strongly believes in housing for all and has a desire to work toward ensuring secure and affordable housing for all residents of the Coast, creating a vibrant and economically balanced community.