The Prince George Hospice Board of Directors
Rod N. Holmes
President
About Rod
Rod moved to Prince George when his family transferred here in 1965, and after finishing high school, he started a career in commercial lending. In 1985, he became the owner of Regional Security along with several other companies before selling them to go into semi-retirement in 2015.
While in business, he believed in giving back to the community to make Prince George a stronger and better place to live, work, and play. He joined the Rotary Club of Prince George in 1985 and the Prince George Shrine Cub in 1994 and is still active in both. Other director positions include Tourism Prince George, Prince George Downtown Improvement Association, and the Freemasons’ Cancer Car program.
Being a director of Hospice gives an opportunity to give back to the community by helping to deliver support services during some of the most vulnerable time in people’s lives.
Ann Makau
Treasurer
About Ann
Ann Makau is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Northern British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in accounting and financial services, Ann brings both technical expertise and a strong commitment to community service.
She has worked with a diverse range of organizations, including the public sector, not-for-profits, construction firms, professional services, logging companies, retail and the hospitality industry. Her work has always been rooted in supporting organizations that contribute to the well-being and sustainability of their communities.
Ann is passionate about using her skills to support local initiatives, promote inclusive growth, and ensure financial transparency. Her leadership in risk management, cost control, and process improvement has consistently helped organizations become more effective and sustainable in achieving their mission.
As a proud member of the Prince George community, Ann is deeply committed to ensuring that the work of Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Hospice continues to reflect the voices, needs, and values of the people it serves.
Mary Mytting
Director
About Mary
Mary Mytting was born and raised in Prince George, lived in Vancouver, then in South Africa for 12 years and returned to Prince George (home) in 2016. Mary has a diverse background in business and not-for-profits. She has started, then sold, two successful businesses in Vancouver and started an ongoing successful charity in South Africa, Boost Africa Foundation. Mary is currently the Project Manager of the Leadership & Entrepreneurial Accelerator Program (LEAP) for Women at Community Futures Fraser Fort George. With over two decades of entrepreneurship, sales, marketing and communications experience, Mary is able to share her experience while enhancing LEAP’s participant’s learning and understanding of leadership and business development.
Mary has a special place in her heart for Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society and looks forward to utilizing her skills and abilities in supporting the important work done by the society.
Juan Pablo Garcia Silvia Perez
Director
About Juan
Juan Pablo moved to Canada at the age of 14, settling in Fort St. James for high school before pursuing a university education in Prince George. He graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences, majoring in Biomedical Studies. After completing his studies, he began his professional career at the Canadian Brewhouse in Prince George, eventually becoming the regional manager for British Columbia.
Following his time at the brewery, he transitioned to Sun Life, where he started as an advisor and now serves as a business development partner. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to explore entrepreneurial ventures, including owning an e-sports business, which was later acquired by TGS E-sports, where he took on a part-time role as Scholastic E-sports Manager while continuing his regional management duties. More recently, he opened “La Catrina,” a Mexican rooftop patio in Prince George.
Education has always been a key focus for him, and in addition to his professional experience, he holds a CORE business certificate from Harvard University and is currently pursuing an MBA with Jack Welch Management Institute. He is also actively involved in the community, serving as a board member for Northern United Football Club and previously coaching soccer at Duchess Park Secondary School.
Juan is looking forward to bringing to the team both his professional expertise and personal passion for supporting the community.
Behrouz Danesh
Director
About Behrouz
Behrouz Danesh, known to many as Bruce, came to Prince George in 2018 to pursue his education at UNBC, recognizing the significant healthcare gaps in Northern BC and wanting to serve a community that truly needs it. He completed his B.Sc. in Health Sciences at UNBC, graduating as valedictorian of the 2024 class, and is currently finishing his Occupational Therapy program at UBC’s Northern cohort, based at UNBC.
Throughout his time in Prince George, Bruce has been deeply involved in community service, serving on student union boards at UNBC and as a Multiple Sclerosis Ambassador for four years. These experiences taught him the power of working together toward a shared goal and reinforced his belief that contributing to his community is what gives him purpose.
Bruce’s passion for hospice palliative care is deeply personal. Having lost his grandparents while studying in Canada, he wished he could have been with them more meaningfully during their final days. This experience inspired his commitment to caring for other people’s grandparents here in Canada—honoring them as his own and ensuring they receive the compassionate, dignified care they deserve.
His journey to Canada and his education on Lheidli T’enneh traditional land have instilled in him a profound sense of gratitude and responsibility to give back to the country and community that gave him the opportunity to live, study, and work. For Bruce, serving on the Hospice Palliative Care Society board connects his professional goal of working with seniors as an occupational therapist with his personal commitment to meaningful, person-centered care at life’s most important moments.
When not studying or volunteering, Bruce enjoys soccer, volleyball, and anything that brings people together.
Bruce is honored and humbled to join the team and contribute to the invaluable work being done at the Hospice.
Teresa Saunders
1st Vice President
About Teresa
Teresa was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and came to Prince George after completing the teacher education program at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby. Like many, she and her husband came to Prince George for a year or two but have stayed for 48, raising three children and enjoying being part of this amazing community and all it has to offer.
Teresa holds a Bachelor of General Studies and a Masters degree in Educational Administration from SFU. She spent her professional career in teaching and school administration.
After retiring from Education in 2009, she volunteered in several organizations of meaning for her: Prince George Hospice as an accounts payable assistant and as a Greeter in the House;
AiMHi – member of the fund development committee; Prince George Cantata Singers – Board member, president and past-president; Prince George Symphony Orchestra – Board member, president and past-president; Prince George Community Foundation – Board Member, chair of the Citizen of the Year Dinner and Fundraiser and the Grants Committee, and serving as president and past-president.
In 2016, Teresa left retirement to work as the General Manger of the Prince George Symphony Orchestra (2016 – 2021) and most recently as the Operations Manager for the Prince George 2022 BC Summer Games (2022).
She is looking forward to her third try at retirement and is pleased to return to volunteering with the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society.
Daniel Dwyer
Secretary
About Daniel
Daniel is a semi-retired Occupational Health and Safety instructor and soon to be ex first aid instructor. He has had a varied work life from 17 years with BC Rail to being a bouncer in a bar. He has worked all over Canada in a variety of industries and positions.
Daniel lives in West Beaverly with his 3 dogs and 4 cats. His wife of 38 years passed in February 2020, and he is now in a new phase of his life with a new friend and looking forward to the future.
Daniel joined the Board of Directors at Hospice to give back to the community. He is in awe of Hospice and all we do, and he hopes to bring a different type of experience to the mix. Daniel describes himself as a simple and honest man. He is always willing to help whoever needs help, just ask.
Daniel is looking forward to learning and being part of the team.
Dan Marcotte K.C. B.Comm, L.L.B, M.I.B.L, L.L.M.
Director
About Dan
Dan has lived and worked in Prince George since 1980. He graduated from the University of British Columbia with degrees in Commerce and Business Administration (Finance and Land Economics) and Law. He holds a Master of International Business Law from the University of Lyon II and a Master of Laws from the Catholic University of Lyon. He is a member of the European Law Institute and is an instructor in the International Business Law Program of the Faculty of Law at the Catholic University of Lyon, France. He is the former Vice Chair of the Board of Governors of the College of New Caledonia and is an active supporter of the arts community. Dan was appointed as a Queen’s Counsel in 2016.
Dan has practiced law since 1981 with an emphasis on corporate, business, and real estate law. He was the creator of econvenyance, the world’s first internet based electronic real estate transaction platform and host to one of the largest networks of real estate conveyance professionals in Canada.
Dan is married to his wife Cindy who is a professional musician and performer, a member of the Executive Board of the Prince George Symphony Orchestra and a former member of the Arts Council of British Columbia and together, they have 5 children and 6 grandchildren.
Jenny L. Plouffe
Director
About Jenny
Jenny Plouffe has lived all her life in Prince George. She brings an eclectic clinical perspective to the Board given her 35 years of experience supporting children, adults and families through some of the most difficult times in their lives. As a Social Worker she is strong advocate and ally of mental health and wellness. This often means supporting those experiencing grief and loss as it is touches everyone in one way or another.
Currently, Jenny is a Clinical Supervisor at Intersect Youth and Family Services in addition to providing private therapy to adults and couples. Previously, Jenny was a Social Worker with Ministry of Children and Family Services, a Manager with Northern Health and Volunteer Chair of the Northern Attachment Network.
Jenny completed her Bachelors of Social Worker (BSW) at the University of Northern BC and Masters of Clinical Practice (MSW) at the University of Calgary. She is also a registered member of the BC Association of Social Workers (BCASW).
Jenny feels fortunate to have witnessed the comfort, support and compassionate care our Hospice House during the end-of-life care of her parents and wanted to give back to the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society. She is able to draw on her education as well as her lived knowledge & experience to contribute fully to the Society by being a collaborative, innovative, and passionate member of the Board. When she is not working or volunteering, Jenny is spending time with her adult son and enjoying nature with her husband, family and friends at their cabin.
Sabrina Angus
Director
About Sabrina
Sabrina Angus is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) and a Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) who has spent most of her life here in Prince George. She currently serves as the Director of People, Safety, and Culture at the Prince George Airport Authority, leveraging her extensive human resources expertise.
Sabrina’s professional dedication has been recognized with the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association (BC HRMA) Rising Star Award in 2013, and she was named one of the top 40 young business leaders by the Prince George Chamber of Commerce. She is a member of the Northern Senior Executive Group of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (BC & Yukon chapter) and past chair of the CPHR Northern Region Advisory Council.
Palliative care holds a deep personal significance for Sabrina. Both of her grandparents passed away at the Rotary Hospice House, where her family received invaluable support. In early 2024, Sabrina’s father also passed away after a life-limiting illness, and the palliative care professionals in the community were an absolute life support for her and her family during that difficult time. As a board member at Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society, Sabrina is committed to ensuring that others receive the same compassionate care that made such a difference in her own life.