AFOA BC Announces Michelle Garbe as New Executive Director
VANCOUVER, B.C., October 6, 2026 – AFOA British Columbia (AFOA BC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Garbe as its new Executive Director, succeeding longtime Executive Director Wendy Ham. The leadership transition comes during a milestone year as AFOA BC celebrates 30 years of building capacity, developing Indigenous professionals and strengthening First Nations […]
Financial Emergency Preparedness for Indigenous Organizations: Does Your Nation Have A Plan?
It’s late summer in British Columbia. A nearby wildfire forces an evacuation order with little warning. Staff leave the office quickly, taking only essential items. Payroll is due tomorrow. Vendors are awaiting payment. Council needs to meet urgently, but key records and systems are no longer accessible. In moments like these, organizations quickly discover which […]