Anita Romaniuk is a Director of the False Creek Watershed Society, the President of Save Our Parklands Association, and Vice-President of the Mount Pleasant Community Centre Association.  She recognizes the necessity of healthy water systems to the well being of all species on earth. A resident of South Cambie in Vancouver, she lives near the now-culverted Mackie Creek, which flows into False Creek, and is concerned with the impact of our not always successful attempts to control watersheds. She has participated in outreach to local communities in her past and present roles with various groups, not only for education and awareness purposes, but also to involve people in our community in the health of the ecosystem we live in.

David Grigg spent the first 25 years of his professional life focused on civil and structural engineering of large infrastructure and industrial projects and moved on to project and facilities management. During the massive expansion of UBC, David focused his work on the then-new concept of “sustainable development – eg, de-escalation of the car culture and improvements to the green spaces, cycling, bus access and rainwater management. Besides his work with FCFS, David is an executive member of the Great Blue Heron Way, a biking and walking route that will reconnect First Nations Communities around the Salish Sea and along the Fraser River on new and existing pathways.

Kshamta Hunter is Manager of Transformative Learning and Student Engagement within the Sustainability Hub at UBC. In addition to her role, Kshamta is an instructor in the Faculty of Education and a recent recipient of the UBC President’s Service Award for Excellence. With a deep commitment to sustainability and climate action, Kshamta empowers students to lead and learn through immersive community engagement experiences.

As a resident of Kitsilano, Liam MacClure has personal connection to False Creek. “Especially Vanier Park—a place where I’ve spent countless hours appreciating the intersection of nature, community, and culture. I volunteer my time with local initiatives that strengthen our neighborhoods, bringing people together to foster a sense of belonging and shared stewardship. Serving on the board of False Creek Friends allows me to contribute to the protection and vitality of this cherished space, ensuring it remains accessible and thriving for generations to come.”

Matt Brown is director of Western Watersheds for Swim Drink Fish, and brings nearly two decades of experience working in professional sports, outdoor recreation companies, community organizers and grassroots environmental non-profits. Matt’s watermark is the Green River.

Marjo Vierros is currently the director of Coastal Policy and Humanities Research, a Vancouver-based consultancy, and a Senior Policy Associate at the Global Ocean Forum. She has worked for United Nations organizations, universities and NGOs in several countries including in the Caribbean, Central America, Pacific and North America, and has published widely on topics relating to marine governance, marine genetic resources, ecosystem approach, community-based management, and the role of the ocean as an interconnected ecological and cultural space.

Mutuma is a Pan-Africanist from Nairobi, Kenya who is fervent about the intersections of socio-economic development, culture, and the creative arts. With over 4 years of experience in youth advocacy and leadership in local and international organizations, Mutuma has held various positions including: Environmental Justice Lead at the UBC Sustainability Hub, Program Assistant at the UBC Office of Regional and International Community Engagement, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the African Artistic Movement, and more. He is dedicated to the elimination of both climate injustice and the oppression of marginalized communities.

Zaida Schneider is interested in marine sustainability and its relation to human wellbeing. He has been an educator with postings in two Indigenous communities and a couple of universities, with a focus on media arts. A retired TV journalist, Zaida covered national politics, technology, and social issues.