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Ruth M.

With over 30 years of dedicated experience in the nonprofit sector across Canada and the UK, I have been proud to serve as the Executive Director at Technology for Living since 2015. My passion is in the non-profit sector and I am motivated by for Technology for Living’s mission and deep commitment to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. I enjoy working with the board and staff in learning more about the needs of our members and incorporating their feedback to enhance our service delivery. On a personal note, staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are essential to me, that includes cycling, yoga, swimming and I prioritize regular workouts to stay balanced and focused.

Elizabeth G.

RRT, MHSC, FSCRT

Working with PROP in the many capacities I have over the years, has been the singular highlight in my career as a Respiratory Therapist. Currently I provide Professional Practice services to PROP which means that I translate their unique community RT work into living documents that ensure safe and consistent practices, all of which support PROP members in living independent and active lives. In my 40 years as an RT, I have had the great opportunity to have worked in many diverse health care environments, in many different roles, all of which provide me with a unique skill set to help support PROP.

Wayne-Pogue

Wayne P.

I joined Technology for Living as a Biomedical Engineering Technologist in 2006, shortly after the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) and the Technology for Independent Living Program (TIL) joined forces, and have had the privilege of seeing the 2 programs grow together. After an enjoyable day at the office, heading up the most amazing team of biomedical engineering technologists, there’s nothing better than spending some quality time with my family, playing hockey with the guys, or cheering on the local teams.

Miranda W.

Miranda W. has been a Respiratory Therapist since 2007. She graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology from the University of Toronto before continuing her education at the Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences. Although she has worked in intensive care units, oxygen, and CPAP therapy, she has found her work at the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) to be the most rewarding of her career. She started with PROP in 2011 and took a 5 year leave to pursue a Diploma and practice in Massage Therapy. Rejoining the team in 2021, Miranda is honored to be the Operations Manager.

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Sherry S.

I have been a Respiratory Therapist for over 18 years and have been with the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) since the spring of 2015. Even though most of my career has been in Critical Care in Hospitals, joining the team here at the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) and working in the community has felt very natural. Problem solving, troubleshooting and collaborating with clients to support and foster autonomy and independence has always been a primary focus for me, one where everyone wins.

Rodel-Mangahis

Rodel M.

It feels like it was only yesterday when I joined the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program back in 2002. I have been fortunate and so proud to work with a dedicated team that shares the same passion of making a significant difference in people’s lives. The best part of my job is meeting our determined clients and devoted family members and care workers who continually are an inspiration to me. I love playing musical instruments in my spare time. I also enjoy creating simple works of art, using various media.

Peer Team Lead and Innovation Strategist Ean Price

Ean P.

I have lived in the Okanagan since 1986 and have been a PROP client since 2001. I was also a Technology for Living board member for 6 years. I own and operate a small tech company, with a passion for independence through technology. In my free time I enjoy traveling overseas and volunteering with local non-profit organizations including the Tetra Society, Neil Squire Society and Muscular Dystrophy Canada. In 2016, I was proudly elected President of Kelowna’s Disabled Sailing Association of BC. Having Spinal Muscular Atrophy II, I have worked with and developed a wide range of assistive technology. I hope by collaborating with my peers we can continue to bring innovation to Technology for Living.

Christine Gordon

Christine Gordon

I have had a lifelong commitment to ground up community development and I have been involved with BCITS since I helped to develop PROP in 2001 and engineered the creation of BCITS in 2006. I am also passionate about law and policy reform that shifts traditional power balances, which explains my involvement in initiatives like the reform of British Columbia’s adult guardianship laws, the Equipment and Assistive Technology Initiative (EATI), the Medicare Protection Act and the Healthy Communities Movement.

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Anthony Chan

I am a member of the BCITS’ Board of Directors since its inception. I work full time at BCIT as the Program Head on the teaching faculty of the Biomedical Engineering Technology Program. I am also an Adjunct Professor of the UBC Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program. Other than teaching and coaching young people, I enjoy spending time travelling with my wife and two daughters.

Dr. Aditi Shah

Dr. Aditi Shah, PROP’s new Medical Advisor

Dr. Aditi Shah is part of Faculty of Medicine, Division of Respirology at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Shah completed her training in Respiratory Medicine at University of Saskatchewan and has received clinical and research training in Sleep Medicine and Neuromuscular respiratory disease at University of British Columbia. She is currently working as a Respirologist at Vancouver General Hospital and in Sleep Medicine department at University of British Columbia Hospital.

Ace G.

I officially joined the team at Technology for Living in October 2019 shortly after graduating from the Biomedical Engineering Technology diploma program at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. After spending a month or so as a practicum student here, I fell in love with the main goal which is to help our clients live more independently through the provision of assistive technology and support. I knew I had to become a part of the team here and I have loved every second of it so far. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy being outdoors and watching or playing all kinds of sports including volleyball, baseball, and American football. I also listen to music whenever I can and I am constantly annoying my fellow team members with my humming and whistling.

Jerzy P.

I was born in Poland. I came to Canada in 1991, and after graduating from the BCIT Biomedical Engineering program in 2006, was hired by BCITS as a biomed technician. In my spare time, I enjoy watching a good movie or reading an interesting book.

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