President

Alicia has been a member of the Society for 15 years. As an active participant in the community, Alicia brings passion and caring to all her activities and interactions in the community, is always striving to make the Auxiliary more effective and improve its outreach to the residents of White Rock and South Surrey.
Relationships and connections with family and friends complete her heart and busy life.

1st Vice President

Kyle became a member of Les Papillons in April of 2012. In August 2014 she became Group leader, and kept that position until Les Papillons folded in June of 2023. In June 2016 Kyle was elected to the Board of Directors as Secretary, and remained until April of 2023. At that time, she was elected as 1st Vice President.

She is a member of the Communications Team, and also holds the position of "Sunshine".

Kyle is also the correspondent for The Peace Arch News.

2nd Vice President

Kathy McIntyre is a retired nurse who spent many years working at Peace Arch Hospital. She is totally committed to the betterment of both Peace Arch Hospital and this community through volunteering. Kathy holds a BSc in Nursing and a master’s certificate in Project Management. She also volunteers for Peace Arch Hospice and the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation. Kathy’s true passions are her kids, grandkids, and, of course, swimming with the girls three times a week!

Treasurer

Brian has lived in the White Rock area since 1969, and has been an active volunteer in many community organizations over the years. Transitioning to retirement in 2019, after a busy career in investment and asset management for Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP., opened the door for new opportunities with the Auxiliary.

A legacy of social engagement, fundraising and strong ties and connection with the community attracted Brian to the Peace Arch Hospital Auxiliary.

Secretary

Beryl Gibbings has previous volunteer experience including Community Service Boards. As a retired Nurse Administrator she is especially committed to supporting health care through volunteering. Beryl holds a BSc in Nursing and worked at Peace Arch Hospital for a number of years.

Family and especially those grandchildren are an important part of Beryl’s life…..as well as enjoying some travel.

Director

Lyn Bleiler has a passion for helping others and teaching. After retiring as a librarian she volunteered in the Yukon as a historical researcher for many years before joining the Aquarius Group of the PAHAS after returning to Vancouver. That was over 25 years ago. Lyn has held many positions in the group and helped with all facets of fundraising. Lyn is Chair of the Communications Team and Web Master plus editor of the Auxiliary in Action Newsletter. Communications allows Lyn to do what she loves most which is create beautiful images, with computers, cameras or paints. When not doing that she can be found teaching ESL at the local church or on Zoom when she isn’t travelling to exotic destinations with her husband.

Director

Bo immigrated to Canada in 2005 and raised her two children while receiving many acts of kindness, which is what sparked her determination to give back. In 2021, she lead the formation of the Phoenix Group of the PAH Auxiliary Society. Bo is also involved in her local Rotary Club and worked at Barkerville National Historical Site as a Chinese Heritage Interpreter, presenting her heritage and curating the role early Chinese Canadians played in the development of BC. She enjoys strolling along the Promenade, drinking tea, and working away in her garden in her spare time.

Ex Officio Director

Janet is the Manager of our Gift Shop. She absolutely loves it, and it shows! She has worked in retail her entire life and is a phenomenal salesperson. She has been with the Auxiliary for over 25 years and is one of the most dedicated and hardworking volunteers you will find and is adored by all. In her spare time, she enjoys going walking at Crescent beach and having tea with the girls. She also loves spending time in her garden and going to the movies!

Auxilliary Operations Coordinator

Mickie Myers has been with the Auxiliary since 2020 and absolutely loves her job! This is her first time working for a not-for-profit organization and she feels like she has found her true calling. Mickie is a certified payroll practitioner, holds a double diploma in accounting and computers and is a lifelong learner. She has a passion for volunteering and helping others. She volunteers and sits on the board of the not-for-profit Mind-Fully, volunteers for Make a Wish, and Ronald McDonald House and walks and raises money for Kids Help Phone. In the rest of her spare time, she loves to spend time with her Grandparents, her husband and her chocolate lab Jax and to garden as much as possible!!