Eddy joined the Coast Funds team in 2018 and has served as Director, Finance and Chief Financial Officer. In those roles, he oversaw Coast Funds’ financial operations, advanced fund development platforms, and led values-aligned investing to grow the organization’s capacity and deliver financing, fundraising opportunities to First Nations in coastal communities.

Prior to joining Coast Funds, Eddy was a senior manager at a leading public practice firm in Vancouver. Eddy has more than 15 years of experience in accounting, finance, and advisory services. He has worked with numerous not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous governments, and other public sector organizations.

Eddy also serves on the Investment Committee of Boann Social Impact and the Advisory Council of InBC, a strategic fund supporting a more prosperous, sustainable and inclusive future for British Columbia.

Eddy is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University.

Jessi previously worked in ocean conservation, as Executive Coordinator at Ocean Wise Conservation Association. While working there, she had the opportunity to see the power of having Traditional Ways of Knowing intersect with scientific research, and the importance of Indigenous-led conservation.

Jessi is grateful to live on the traditional and unceded territory of the q̓ʷɑ:n̓ƛ̓ən̓ (Kwantlen), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), Máthxwi (Matsqui), and se’mya’me (Semiahmoo) Nations. Her spare time is taken up with crafting, travel, and being the guardian of two very silly dogs.

Melissa is from the Canoe Lake Cree Nation in Saskatchewan on her maternal side and carries French and English ancestry on her paternal side.  

Prior to joining Coast Funds, Melissa worked in administration and office coordination for more than 12 years. In her most recent role, she supported the human resources and programs teams at the Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society, an Indigenous child welfare agency. 

Outside of work, Melissa is a Level 2 Reiki practitioner and an avid yogini. As a professional photographer, she enjoys illusion photography and studio work. 

Prior to Coast Funds, Raine managed species-protection conservation initiatives and oversaw corporate and fundraising communications at Grizzly Bear Foundation. Her community well-being lens was developed during her time at planning and engineering firm Urban Systems. Raine’s passion for community building and ecological stewardship drives her work.

Of European settler ancestry, Raine was raised in Skwxwú7mesh/Lil’wat territory, and now makes her home in Skwxwú7mesh territory (aka Squamish). Raine can often be found outside appreciating many of the activities that dirt, snow, and rock make possible, or inside sewing or playing music with friends.

Prior to Coast Funds, Patricia has worked in commercial banking with HSBC Canada, financial management systems and financial performance testing with the First Nations Financial Management Board, and social impact investing with Grand Challenges Canada – Indigenous Innovation Initiative.

Patricia is a proud urban Cree-Métis Saulteaux woman from Treaty 4 territory. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia.

Patricia is grateful to make her home in Vancouver as a guest on the unceded, ancestral, and sacred territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

Meghan brings diverse experience from working for conservation organizations, Crown governments, and the private sector. Prior to joining Coast Funds, Meghan served as the project manager for the Wetlands Workforce, the largest collaborative wetland initiative of its kind in Canada. While working for the Province of BC, Meghan engaged with First Nations on land tenure negotiations, government-to-government agreements, and other policies, initiatives, and regulatory decisions. Meghan is grateful for the opportunity to bring her skills and experience to Coast Funds, in a role that serves First Nations and builds on a path to a better future for people and planet.

Prior to joining Coast Funds, Ross worked on conservation in the Great Bear Rainforest and Salish Sea as Communications and Development Director with the Raincoast Conservation Foundation. That experience included creating stewardship education programs for Indigenous youth, acquiring trophy hunting rights in collaboration with coastal First Nations, and developing partnerships for salmon habitat restoration. Ross has also worked with governments, industry, academia, entrepreneurs, and deprived communities to create jobs in the United Kingdom’s environmental technology sector.

He holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science from Manchester University and a Master of Science in Water, Energy, and the Environment from Liverpool John Moore’s University. Ross is a registered therapeutic counsellor and volunteers on the board of the Grizzly Bear Foundation.

He lives in Vancouver as a guest on the unceded, ancestral, and sacred territory of the xʷməθkwəyəm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

Aimee is passionate about building meaningful relationships that can strengthen communities and advance First Nations stewardship. She currently serves on the Board of the Vancouver Community Birth Foundation,holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and a Masters of Sociology from the University of Toronto.

A fifth-generation settler of European ancestry, born in the beautiful territory of the Nuxalk Nation (Bella Coola), Aimee now lives in Vancouver as a guest on the unceded, ancestral, and sacred territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples. In her downtime, she can usually be found walking her dog, gardening, or in the mountains.

Audrey is grateful for the opportunity to bring her skills and experience to Coast Funds, in a role that aims to serve and support First Nations in their stewardship objectives. She currently lives and is a guest on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek, Huron-Wendat, Haudensosaunee, Ojibway/Chippewa peoples, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Away from work, Audrey enjoys reading, running, and being outdoors.

Before joining Coast Funds, Stephanie led communications at the Real Estate Foundation of BC and managed branding, content strategy, and events for the Healthy Watersheds Initiative. She brings an educational background in journalism and 15 years of experience supporting communications and community engagement in the social housing, higher education, and philanthropic sectors.

Stephanie has mixed European ancestry and grew up on Algonquin Anishinaabe territory, in the Ottawa Valley, and now lives on the unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Away from work, she enjoys reading, knitting, and live music.

Logan previously worked in the not-for-profit, arts, and cultural sector coordinating stories and programs for diverse artists at Centre for Stories (Perth, Australia). She has worked on multimedia projects and publications in partnership with the WA Museum Boorla Bardip, State Library of Western Australia, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, Fremantle Press, and more. She is passionate about inclusive and thoughtful storytelling that supports authentic first-person narratives, truth telling, and well-being.

Logan was born on Gadigal Country in Warrane, Sydney, Australia, and grew up on the unceded lands of the Whadjuk Noongar Nation in Boorloo Perth. She now lives, works, and plays on the unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. For fun, Logan likes to read, crochet, and admire the horizon.

Before joining Coast Funds, Ileah gained valuable experience as a Communications Assistant for the Haida Enterprise Corporation (HaiCo) on Haida Gwaii. There, she supported the efforts of HaiCo and its Group of Companies—Haida Tourism, Taan Forest, and Haida Wild—helping to advance their corporate and community initiatives. With seven years of experience in Indigenous governance and corporate communications, Ileah developed strong skills in multimedia production, relationship building, and strategic communications.

Ileah was born in California and spent part of her childhood in Alberta, where her family roots are connected to Treaty Six territory and the Michel Band. She has lived on Haida Gwaii for over 20 years and now considers it her home. Throughout her time on the islands, Ileah supported community projects and initiatives such as fitness center administration, web and graphic design for language houses, health centers, governance, and renewable energy.

In her down time, Ileah enjoys spending time outdoors on the beach, hiking, being active with her dogs, and tending to her plants.

Tamara joined the Coast Funds team in 2024 and has provided financial leadership, management, and growth to impactful charities and not-for-profits for more than 13 years. With a passion for values-based leadership, collaboration, and integrity, Tamara has evolved the organizations she works for to adapt to changes in the charitable landscape and the communities being served.

Tamara is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) and holds a Masters in Business Administration from UBC School of Business. She is grateful to live on the unceded territories of the qicəy (Katzie), q’ʷa:nƛ̓ən (Kwantlen), Semiahmoo, and səwaθenaɁɬ məsteyəxʷ (Tsawwassen) Nations.

Lydia has eleven years of accounting experience in the not-for-profit sector. Prior to joining Coast Funds, she worked for the YMCA of Greater Vancouver to strengthen local communities. Lydia has a diploma in business administration with a focus in accounting. She enjoys continuing to support BC communities in her role at Coast Funds.

Prior to joining Coast Funds, Rami spent several years working with the International Committee of the Red Cross and the British Columbia Financial Services Authority. Away from work, Rami enjoys long walks in the outdoors and listening to podcasts.

He’s spent the majority of his career working to bring greater human well-being and capacity to the Nations of the Great Bear Rainforest (GBR). As one of the architects of the GBR agreements and as the Founder and President of Na̲nwak̲olas Council he has built positive working relationships with all levels of government, industry, and the philanthropic community to find balance between conservation and sustainable economic development. His pragmatic and straight forward style has made him a welcome addition to many boards and committees and even led to him running as a candidate in the 2017 provincial election in the North Island riding.

He lives in Duncan with his wife Toni and three beautiful daughters.

Nominated by Na̲nwak̲olas Council.

Committees:

• Strategic Advisory Committee (chair)
• Investment, Finance, and Audit Committee
• Project Review Committee

Through her career she has worked with a number of high growth companies where she led multiple successful business and strategic planning initiatives, private and public financings, and sales and marketing programs. Sage holds an M.B.A. in international business from Queen’s University. She serves on three corporate boards and is an active mentor and advisor for numerous entrepreneurs and their businesses.

Committees:

• Project Review Committee (chair)
• Strategic Advisory Committee
• Communications Committee

Committees:

• Investment, Finance, and Audit Committee
• Project Review Committee

Committees:

• Investment, Finance, and Audit Committee
• Project Review Committee

Nominated by Central Coast Indigenous Resource Alliance

Committees:

• Communications Committee
• Project Review Committee

Committees:

• Investment, Finance, and Audit Committee (chair)
• Strategic Advisory Committee

Committees:

• Communications Committee (chair)
• Strategic Advisory Committee

Nominated by North Coast-Skeena First Nations Stewardship Society

Committees:

• Project Review Committee