ABOUT US
Fraser Canyon Hospice Society
Fraser Canyon Hospice Society is situated in Hope, British Columbia. Since 1995 we have offered Palliative care, bereavement focused programs, support and information to Hope citizens, clients and families. Our territory includes communities from Boston Bar, Boothroyd, Harrison Hot Springs, Sunshine Valley, Yale, and to Peters Road.
We gratefully acknowledge we reside on the Traditional Lands of the Chawathil Indian Band, Shxw'OwHamel First Nations, Yale First Nations and Union Bar.
MEET OUR STAFF
MARY NORMAN
Hospice Manager
Mary is proud to say she has served and provided quality services with Fraser Canyon Hospice Society since 2015.
She has extensive experience working within a rural community and has completed Hospice training via Victoria Hospice Society - ‘in Dying and Bereavement.’ Addition to this training, she has attended the Pallium Canada - Learning Essentials Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP training) and has also been involved with educational teachings sharing knowledge within the community and Hospice Settings.
Palliative and Hospice Care has always been close to Mary’s heart, over the years she has provided care and support to members of her own family and friends and has served hundreds of Clients in Hope since 2015, which she is extremely honoured to continue to provide a caring service. She values treating all clients with compassion, dignity and respect at all times.
Mary was extremely grateful and deeply honoured to be awarded the ‘Northern Lights Award’, at the Palliative Care Network Education and Awards Event in 2023; Presented by the Fraser Health Authority
She is proud to be apart of an amazing team of Board members, Volunteers and working professionals, and grateful she can provide care in the community of Hope and Surrounding Area.
When Mary takes time to relax, she enjoys being out in nature and values quality time with her family and friends.
SAR ROBSON
Bereavement Coordinator
Born and lived in New Zealand. Like most kiwis she travelled. However, she was enamored with different cultures and continued travelling for 13 years all over the globe. Finally settling in Canada and eventually in Hope, British Columbia.
Sar has worked in the corporate, not for profit and private sectors at the international, national and local levels. She has worked in Engineering, Design, Architecture and the Space industry. She also has worked in the Senior sector as Executive Director representing 2,000 seniors.
Currently Sar now works as a registered counsellor specializing in grief, loss and life changes. She has her own counselling practice here in Hope.
Sar also works part-time at the Fraser Canyon Hospice Society as the Hospice Bereavement Coordinator. She believes strongly in the importance of Hospice and the services it provides, especially in a rural community. Sar is passionate about high quality person centred palliative support.
MEET OUR BOARD
KITTY YOUNKER
Board President
Kitty was born and raised in Vancouver and moved part time to Hope in 2007. After retiring from the Burnaby Public Library after more than 20 years she moved to Hope permanently in 2015. Joining the Hospice Board in 2021. She brings to the board her knowledge about research, details and staying current and connected within the community.
Kitty is a wife and mother of two and understands the importance of support and having fun and the family.
Kitty belongs to other not for profits within the Hope area and we are fortunate to have her as President. Kitty believes strongly in the importance of increasing awareness of having Hospice in Hope while being connected with the Fraser Canyon Hospital. Kitty will continue to find ways to keep giving back to such a wonderful organization that touches and supports so many in our community.
BRIAN MCLEAN
Board Member
Brian was born and raised in Kamloops BC in a large cattle ranching family. After receiving a degree in Hotel and Tourism Management, and successfully completing the training and experience requirements he became a Certified Canadian Alpine Guide. Brian worked in various management positions from hotels such as Chateau Lake Louise and Brentwood Bay Lodge, and finished his career in tourism working for 12 years on the Rocky Mountaineer passenger train.
He started with Hope Hospice in 2010 by first doing visitations and vigils. Over the years he has been involved with most aspects of the Hospice and has really enjoyed his time and the use of his abilities to help our clients and their families. Brian became involved with the hospice after seeing how much comfort and support it provided for two of his relatives, their families and friends. He believes in the importance of all communities, no matter the size, having a local hospice to care for clients without them having to leave their community. His administration and accounting skills have made him a valuable board member who likes to contribute as much as he can to support our clients and our team.
Brian believes in community, family and contributing what he can to various non-profit organizations. He is also very involved in volunteering at a local day shelter and also helps work towards finding solutions to affordable housing and helping renters to be able to purchase homes. He enjoys all aspects of the outdoors, gardening, animals and most importantly he is very involved with all of his family.
Heidi's Bio Coming Soon
HEIDI TRAUTMANN
Board Member