Board of Governors

Members

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  Todd Bondaroff

  President and CEO, Ex-Officio
  Appointed: June 1, 2022
  
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  Todd Bondaroff was appointed as Acting President and CEO on January 10, 2022. Prior to this, Mr. Bondaroff served as the Vice-President Student Services and Community Relations at Northern Lights College (NLC). Todd has a diploma in Forest Technology from Selkirk College, a Bachelor and Master of Science in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies in Forestry at the University of Northern British Columbia. As a long-term resident of both Dawson Creek and Fort St. John, his hometown experiences and familiarity with campus life at the college have given him personal knowledge about the impact the President plays in the life and culture of the college and as a leader throughout the region. Todd has a solid understanding about the challenges and opportunities within the post-secondary landscape.

  Todd has a wide range of experiences in the natural resource sector. More specifically, he has over eighteen years of combined education and experience in both the private and public sectors. He has been fortunate in his career to have worked on high profile initiatives and projects that were regionally and provincially significant and deeply connected to the British Columbia economic plan. He has been a leader in Forestry, Mining, and Clean Energy technologies—with ongoing connections in these areas, throughout the region. Todd is committed to transforming post-secondary education to align with the principles of reconciliation and to begin to take the necessary steps alongside our Indigenous community partners.

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  Stephanie Goudie

  Board Member
  Appointed: July 31, 2021
  Term End: July 31, 2026
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  Stephanie Goudie has been active for a longtime with CUPE, serving as vice president and president of CUPE Local 2403 for seven years and as the northern regional vice president for four years. She chaired the Anti-Privatization and Young Workers committees at the provincial level. Stephanie works in clerical administrative support for the City of Dawson Creek and sits on the board of the Dawson Creek and District Hospital Foundation.
  Previously, she was the vice president of the Dawson Creek Pride Society, a project lead for Organizing Against Racism and Hate, and coordinator of the Room to Bloom program with the Dawson Creek Literacy Society. She also was a board member of the Dawson Creek Literacy Society and a Brownie leader with Girl Guides of Canada

• Brandon Mackinnon

  Faculty Board Member
  Appointed: April 1, 2022
  Term End: March 31, 2028
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  Brandon Mackinnon joined Northern Lights College in January 2019 as an instructor in the Business Management program. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) Economics Specialization and a Master of Arts in Financial Economics. He was first elected to the Board of Governors in 2022 and re-elected in 2025. He is an active member of the NLC community, serving as a member of NLC’s Education Council, and as a union steward. He is also a member of the faculty bargaining committee, where he regularly advocates for the faculty’s interests. Mackinnon gained board experience serving as a representative on the Dawson Creek Municipal Public Library Board.

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  Jennifer Moore

  Board Chair: August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026
  Appointed: July 10, 2023
  Term End: July 31, 2027
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  Jennifer Moore is the Owner/Success Navigator at Moorsaic Strategic Services. Previously, Ms. Moore was the Consulting Services Manager at MNP. Active in her community, she is the Founding Chair of Spark Women’s Leadership Conference and a Disaster Recovery Volunteer for the BC Economic Development Association. Ms. Moore holds a Bachelor of Tourism Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Thompson Rivers University.

• Colleen Brown

  Board Member
  Appointed: July 10, 2023
  Term End: July 31, 2027
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  Colleen Brown is a senior legal and planning professional and the owner of Frontier Law. Previously, Ms. Brown was the Director of Projects and Planning for a BC-based wind energy development company. Active in her community, she is member with the Law Society of British Columbia; the Canadian Bar Association; and, the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Planners Institute of British Columbia. Ms. Brown holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alberta, a master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning from the University of British Columbia and law degrees from McGill University.

• Sarah Canning

  Board Member
  Appointed: June 7, 2024
  Term End: July 31, 2028
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  Sarah Canning is a Human Resources Manager with Mistahiya Development Corporation. As part of the senior leadership team, she contributes to the strategic governance of the Saulteau First Nations’ group of companies. Sarah also serves as a Board Director for the South Peace First Nations Primary Care Clinic Society. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s of Human Resources and Labour Relations Degree, and is a certified 4th class Power Engineer. Proudly raised in Chetwynd, BC, you will generally find Sarah participating and volunteering at local events.

• Penny Berg

  Board Vice-Chair: August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026
  Appointed: December 1, 2023
  Term End: July 31, 2028
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  Penny Berg is a councillor for Saulteau First Nation. Previously, Ms. Berg was a controller with talent for Saulteau First Nation. Ms. Berg holds a certificate of Applied Technology in Finance from Northern Lights College and certifications in Strategy and Decision Making and Aboriginal Human & Fiscal Issues from the Aboriginal Financial Officers Association.

• Tim Best

  Board Member
  Appointed: December 1, 2023
  Term End: July 31, 2028
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  Tim Best is the owner of T&B Best Contracting Ltd. Previously, Mr. Best was a shift supervisor at Maple Leaf loading. Prior to this, Mr. Best was a logging truck and commercial truck driver for over fifteen years.

• Kristen Ghostkeeper

  Board Member
  Appointed: December 1, 2023
  Term End: July 31, 2028
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  Kristen Ghostkeeper is a Community Relations Coordinator for Conuma Resources. Previously,
  Ms. Ghostkeeper was in a Maintenance Administration role with Conuma Resources. Ms. Ghostkeeper was a part of the 2023 Pemmican Days Committee with the Saulteau First Nation.

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  Sylvia Fraser

  Chair of the Education Council, Ex-Officio Board Member
  Appointed: September 1, 2024
  Term End: August 31, 2025
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  Sylvia Fraser is an alumna of Northern Lights College and became a faculty member in 2006, as a vocational instructor in the Applied Business Technology (ABT) program. She believes in life-long learning and that it should be fun, engaging, and accessible to all students. In addition to her teaching duties, she is the Program Lead for the ABT department and a serving member of the Education Council; currently in the role of Education Council Chair. Her previous Board experience has been gained by serving eight years on the Board for the Spark Women’s Leadership Conference.

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  Courtney McCullough

  Support Board Member
  Appointed: April 1, 2025
  Term End: March 31, 2028
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  Courtney McCullough joined Northern Lights College in August 2023, initially working as a campus services clerk before moving into her current role on the scheduling team.

  With experience in Campus Services, Regional Reception, and Scheduling, Courtney has contributed to the development and implementation of new processes that support the college’s operations.

  Based on the Dawson Creek campus, Courtney is also an active member of the Joint Occupational Health & Safety (JOH&S) Committee and serves as a First Aid Responder. Her involvement reflects a strong commitment to the safety and well-being of staff and students.

  Having worked through departmental changes and transitions, Courtney brings a clear understanding of the dedication, adaptability, and professionalism of NLC’s support staff. As a member of the Board of Governors, she is focused on advocating for the perspectives of support staff and contributing to a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive institutional culture.

• Megan Troyer

  Board Member
  Appointed: July 31, 2025
  Term End: July 31, 2026
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  Megan Troyer is an accomplished Chartered Professional Accountant with over 20 years of experience in the energy industry. A Bisset School of Business graduate at Mount Royal University, Megan has navigated the complexities of both large corporate entities and smaller private companies.

  As a partner at Via CFO, Megan oversees strategic financial management, and helps clients achieve profitability through streamlined financial processes. Her responsibilities encompass financial risk management, strategy development, metric reporting, and the implementation of control systems.

  Megan’s leadership is defined by clarity, accountability, and kindness, qualities that have earned her the role of a Certified Facilitator for the Dare to Lead™ curriculum under Brené Brown from 2019-2014.

  Megan’s volunteer work demonstrates her commitment to community and leadership. She currently serves as Treasurer and Director for several organizations, where she contributes her financial expertise and strategic vision. She also teaches financial literacy courses through the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.

  In addition to her professional accomplishments, Megan enjoys being outdoors gardening, as well as traveling and cooking with her husband Steve.

• Misty Waldorf

  Board Member
  Appointed: July 31, 2025
  Term End: July 31, 2026
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  Misty Waldorf is a dedicated and results-driven professional with extensive experience in program management, administrative leadership, and community engagement. As the Regional Program Manager for Métis Nation British Columbia, Misty oversees the delivery of Skills Training, Employment, and Post-Secondary (STEPS) programs in the Northeast region of British Columbia. In this role, she manages program funding, supervises regional staff, and collaborates with Indigenous community leaders and educational institutions to align programs with community needs. Her work ensures the efficient, data-driven administration of employment and training services, fostering accessibility and long-term success for Métis individuals.

  Prior to joining MNBC, Misty held leadership roles in the private sector, gaining valuable experience in business administration, financial management, and strategic planning. As an Account Manager at CDN Controls Ltd., she led administrative teams, managed large-scale audits, and developed key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance operational efficiency. Her ability to streamline processes and implement accountability measures contributed to improved business performance.

  Passionate about governance, education, and workforce development, Misty is eager to contribute her expertise as a board member, bringing a strategic, community-focused approach to decision-making and policy implementation.

• Ray Irwin

  Board Member
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  Term End: July 31, 2026
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  I am currently enjoying retirement!

  I worked for 35 years in public education as a teacher and administrator with experience at all levels in the school system.

  After retiring from the public school system, I worked for seven years in an independent school system (First Nation) as both a teacher and administrator.

  In both the public and independent systems, I was responsible for creating and managing budgets.

  As far as other community involvement, I have worked on several public boards during the course of my education career and continue to serve on the local Theater Board.

  After retiring, I was elected to the SD 81 School Board and served one four-year term.

  I have coached a variety of sports for high school age athletes for  approximately 35 years.

  I have a B.A. in Political Science and a Bachelor of Education and, an MA in Administration as well as Psychology.

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