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.
Walter Matosevic
1st Vice President
About Walter
Walter spent over 35 years with Canfor Corporation, where he held a variety of senior management roles and concluded his career as Group General Manager. In this role, he oversaw residual fibre operations across divisions in British Columbia, Alberta, and the U.S. South.
He holds a Diploma in Forestry Technology from Selkirk College, a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from the University of Alberta, and an MBA from the University of Northern British Columbia.
An active member of the Rotary Club of Prince George, Walter has been involved in many community and fundraising initiatives and has served on several professional and non-profit boards. Now retired, he enjoys kayaking, hiking, and cross-country skiing with his wife, Joanna, and continues to dedicate his time to organizations that make a positive impact in the community.
Walter is proud to serve as Second Vice President on the Board of the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society.
Jenny L. Plouffe
2nd Vice President
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.
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.
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.
Dan Marcotte
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.
Tarn Dhillon
Director
About Tarn
Tarn Dhillon lives in Prince George and serves as Director of Project Management at Carrier Sekani Family Services. With 15+ years of experience across healthcare, community infrastructure, and facilities, Tarn brings a practical, governance-focused perspective to complex work—supporting strong oversight of risk, safety, and long-term sustainability.
His background combines strategic planning and implementation with hands-on experience delivering safety-critical projects in healthcare environments. He holds an MBA (with concentrated study in business strategy and strategy implementation), a PMP designation, and a Change Management Certificate from UBC Sauder, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Red Seal Journeyman Electrician credentials. This mix supports thoughtful decision-making, clear accountability, and disciplined stewardship of resources.
Tarn was born and raised in Prince George. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor activities with his family and young children. He is proud to support the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society and the important role hospice plays for individuals and families in our community.
He worked at Northern Health for a number of years where he found great pride and satisfaction helping provide essential services for the community of Prince George. He is looking forward to contributing through strong governance, community partnership, and long-term sustainability.
Behrouz '' Bruce'' Danesh
Director
About Behrouz
Behrouz (Bruce) Danesh, came to Prince George in 2018 to pursue his education at UNBC, recognizing the significant healthcare gaps in Northern BC and motivated by a desire to serve a community that truly needs it. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences at UNBC, graduating as valedictorian of the Class of 2024, and is currently completing his Occupational Therapy program through 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 compassionate, dignified care.
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.
Elizabeth ''Liz'' Taylor
Director
About Liz
Liz currently serves as Manager, Strategy and Transformation at the University of Northern British Columbia, where she supports cross-functional initiatives focused on organizational effectiveness, service excellence, and strategic planning. Her work centers on strengthening collaboration, embedding performance frameworks, and enabling institutions to translate strategy into meaningful outcomes.
She brings a diverse professional background spanning the private sector, with experience in financial services, real estate development, and consulting, as well as social impact work, including founding a literacy initiative in Nigeria dedicated to expanding access to reading books for often overlooked and underserved communities. Liz has a deep interest in strategy, governance, community impact, and building systems that serve people with dignity and care.
Since making Prince George her home, Liz has been committed to contributing to the community through board service and volunteerism. She is honoured to serve on the Board of the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society and is inspired by its mission to provide compassionate, holistic support to individuals and families during life’s most vulnerable moments.