Meet Our Board
Circle Talk ~ Stories of Resistence
C.A.R.E. is led by a volunteer working Board of Directors who seek to share their passion and commitment towards walking a path of reconciliation with all Indigenous peoples. Together, we seek to embody a different kind of community, one that replaces colonialism without ignoring the pain, trauma, and violence that those systems continue to inflict on the First Peoples of this land. Together, we share, listen, and create safe spaces for stories of resilience.
Why C.A.R.E.?
Kym Gouchie (She/Her)
Artist/Musician/Cultural Advisor
Lheidli T’enneh Keyoh (Prince George, BC)
Kym Gouchie is a respected Indigenous artist and musician from the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation. She joined C.A.R.E. in June 2021, during a time of national mourning following the confirmation of unmarked graves at Indian Residential School sites across Canada. Moved by the sincerity and heart of C.A.R.E. founders Doug Cox and Mark Greenhalgh, Kym felt called to contribute her voice and leadership.
Since joining, Kym has served as a cultural advisor, board member, and programmer, playing a vital role in shaping C.A.R.E.’s mission of truth-telling and healing. As an intergenerational residential school survivor, her work is deeply personal and rooted in cultural restoration.
Kym is passionate about creating safe spaces for dialogue, connection, and collective healing. She honours all the Truth Tellers who have bravely shared their stories and looks forward to learning from those who will share in the future.
Kim Beggs
Singer/Songwriter
Traditional Territories of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta'an Kwäch'än Council (Whitehorse, YT)
I attended several Circle Talks before joining the board in November 2024. The Circle Talk’s impact on me deeply. My interest in being part of C.A.R.E. is deeply personal. I was raised from 2 years old with two Indigenous siblings, my (late) little brother and my oldest sister with whom I am extremely close with in life, and in grieving, along with my 3 other bio siblings. My long-time life partner is also an Indigenous. All three of my loved ones were and are deeply impacted by the Sixties Scoop. Every day, I look deep inside myself at how I can become better at being a settler sister, auntie, partner and community member. By becoming more educated through the Circle Talks by Indigenous people, and through rich board discussions it brings me closer to that.
Ivan Boudreau (He/Him)
Songwriter / Musician
Kwikwetlem First Nation ( Port Coquitlam, BC )
When C.A.R.E was created, I was immediately drawn to the messages of reconciliation and truth shared by the most amazing individuals. I’ve been a follower of the Circle Talk since its beginning, and I’m honoured and humbled to become a small part of keeping this important sharing continuing and reaching out to hearts willing to hear the first-hand experiences of Indigenous peoples across this land.
Sheryl McGraw (She/Her)
Arts Administrator/Arts Advocate
Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron Territories (Stratford, ON)
It is an honour to be part of C.A.R.E. I've learned so much from our speakers over the years. I have always celebrated and supported the Indigenous peoples and artists, but I realize that I knew very little about their history. As a settler, I am genuinely curious about their experiences, and listening to their stories helps me better understand and empathize. I am inspired by their wisdom, courage, culture, and resilience. I know it is a small step, but being involved in C.A.R.E. reminds me of my role in reconciliation.
Maria Dunn (She/Her)
Songwriter/Musician
ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ Amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton, AB)
I am grateful to live and work in ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ Amiskwacîwâskahikan / Edmonton on Treaty 6 and Métis Territory, traditional lands and current gathering place of many diverse Indigenous peoples, including Nêhiyawak, Dene, Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis and Inuk/Inuit peoples. As an immigrant/settler to this land, I recognize my responsibility to understand the truth of colonization, to amplify that truth where I can, and to actively work towards reckoning, conciliation and equity with all people in my community, as a community member and through my work as a songwriter and musician. One of the ways that I can support the voices and art of people who are Indigenous is through our CARE Circle Talks.
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Sue Judge (She/Her)
Lheidli T’enneh Keyoh (Prince George, BC)
The Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair said “If you feel connected to the future of this country, then you need to care about reconciliation. But without truth, there can be no reconciliation.” I am a descendant of immigrants and colonizers, and I am outraged and deeply saddened that the truth about the history and the treatment of Indigenous Peoples on this land has been distorted and concealed. As a society, we have destroyed so much knowledge and wisdom and potential! Communication and education are the foundations of reconciliation. I am honoured to help create this space and restore some of that truth and knowledge through the life experiences shared by the amazing speakers at the Circle Talks of C.A.R.E.
Rev. Dr. Bob Fillier (He/Him)
Odàwàg (Ottawa, ON)
The first step on the journey towards reconciliation is showing up. As a person responsible for the legacy of my denomination's treatment of Indigenous peoples, it is deeply personal to show up, listen, reflect, and act in a way that supports my Indigenous siblings, creates safer spaces for truth telling and resilience building, while building bridges of understanding. As a person of settler heritage I believe it is vital to create spaces like Circle Talk and support groups like C.A.R.E. to create a counter narrative that disrupts our colonial mindset, stereotypes, and denial of truth. Each Circle Talk has been challenging and comforting with moments of anger/frustration and hope woven throughout. Each circle has been a blessing and I leave with new voices echoing in my heart.