CAB BC is just one of many regional and national country specific Boards that fall under the global umbrella of ICAB or The Aga Khan International Conciliation and Arbitration Board.

I am a conflict resolution generalist and trainer, working in large institutions for 19 years. ADRBC has been a big part of my professional development.

Cathy has a background stemming from almost 30 years in the aviation industry with over 15 of these years spent in Human Resources where she was the sole Canadian HR professional working for the world’s largest airline.

Colm Brannigan has been a full-time ADR practitioner for over 20 years. He holds an LL.M. in ADR, is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and a Chartered Mediator and Chartered Arbitrator through the ADR Institute of Canada (ADRIC). 

Deputy Chief Chow is invested as a Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces by the Governor General of Canada in 2018, and was promoted to the rank of Officer of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces in 2021.

Dr. Sarah Morales is an Associate Professor at the University of Victoria, Faculty of Law, where she teaches torts, transsystemic torts, Coast Salish law and languages, legal research and writing and field schools.

Elaine McCormack practices strata law, mediation and arbitration with Wilson McCormack Law Group, located in New Westminster.

Fisnik Kumnova is a PM, Mediator and Arbitrator with over a decade of experience in working with stakeholders in various areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution.

A listed arbitrator for both the Collective Agreement Arbitration Bureau for British Columbia and The British Columbia International Commercial Arbitration Centre, as well as a mediator with Mediate BC, Gabriel often presides as chair in labour arbitrations and mediations.

Gary Hagel is a lawyer and mediator. Gary’s practice now focuses on mediation, Wills & Estates, and Employment Law, but his legal experience is broad and varied.

I am a professional Educator with 18 years of leadership experience as a school administrator changing school cultures. I have been recognized for my work in transformational change in school culture, locally, regionally, and nationally, receiving the award for Canada’s Most Outstanding Principal in 2017.

Gurtej Sandhu is an internationally trained lawyer from Chandigarh, India, with experience in various practice areas, including consumer protection, real estate, banking, and corporate insolvency.

Heather is a lawyer practicing exclusively in the area of labour and employment law. She has a unique combination of legal expertise and extensive hands-on human resources management and labour relations experience.

Jake Lowther is a dual-qualified lawyer (Australia & Sweden) working as Legal Counsel at the SCC Arbitration Institute. He is an experienced international arbitration practitioner, having worked in various roles in Australia, Germany, Korea, and Sweden.

Jane, as the former Child and Youth Officer for British Columbia, grappled with the challenge of creating an organization within government that was a catalyst for transformative change for children and youth in BC.

Jessie has a Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Management from Royal Road University and over 20 years of experience working in Indigenous communities and organizations in a variety of roles including senior management and C-suite roles.

Joan Cotie has worked with families, youth and children in many capacities since 1976.

John has a particular interest in social conflict resolution. He holds a BA (Psychology major) from UBC and an MA in Conflict Analysis & Management from Royal Roads. As well he completed a Business Management Certificate at BCIT and an Associate Certificate in Mediation.

John Radford is a conflict consultant, a conflict coach and co-owner of Vancouver-based Transpectives Consulting. He has been an associate faculty member in Royal Roads’ Conflict Analysis and Management program since 1998.

Kathleen has thirty-four years of municipal government senior leadership experience, including Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Human Resources.

I have a diverse background that includes 20 years working in public service and non-profit organizations on Vancouver Island.

Lee is a member of the Civil Roster of Mediate BC. She maintains a diverse dispute resolution consulting practice throughout the Sunshine Coast, Squamish, Whistler, Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland with a variety of clients.

Mark Clark is Deputy Registrar of LRB, employed with the Board since early 1970s. Director of Collective Agreement Arbitration Bureau (CAAB) and Chair of CAAB Joint Advisory Committee since 2002/3. Mark holds a BA and MA in Political Science from UBC.

As Regional Director for CUPE in British Columbia, Martina Boyd manages the day-to-day operations of the national union in BC, including oversight for all negotiations, litigation, labour relations, and human resources.

Michael Welsh was called to the British Columbia bar in 1981 and practises as a mediator and arbitrator in family, estate, employment and workplace, commercial and civil law matters, as well as community-based mediation.

Michael is a lawyer by profession and a highly experienced mediator/conflict resolution trainer who has assists many individuals, corporations and government agencies in understanding how to manage high conflict personalities.

Olga has a bachelor’s degree in Applied mathematics and 6 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager in IT industry.

Paul has a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC and has been working in Labour Relations and Human Resources since completing his degree.

Peter Masson is a 4th year Human Geography Co-op student at the University of British Columbia and a member of the 2023 ADRBC Symposium Organizational Team.

Prof. Praveen Sandhu, C.Arb, FCIArb is a lawyer, mediator and arbitrator as well as an adjunct professor of Business Law at the University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business.

Roy is co-author of the top-selling “Turning Conflict into Profit” and a founder and Principal of The Neutral Zone Coaching and Consulting Services Inc.

Sharon has been active as a mediator since 1996. Her qualifications include a Certificate in Conflict Resolution from the Justice Institute, Bachelors degree from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts Degree (MA) in Conflict Analysis and Management from Royal Roads University.

I have been practicing exclusively in the area of family law for over 25 years. My focus is on helping families find the best way forward in a manner that is respectful, child focused and forward looking. I find the necessary supports and customize solutions for every family’s unique needs.

Shelley Larson is a communication professor, mediator, trainer, and conflict coach. She is part of a mediation team that was recognized by the Michigan Supreme Court for swiftly and successfully transitioning to mediation in the online format.

Sheriden earned a distinguished Master of Laws (LLM) degree from Osgoode Hall Law School, in Alternative Dispute Resolution, focusing on the duty to consult and accommodate, and the meaningful resolution of Indigenous land and resource disputes recognizing the colonial framework that suppresses indigenous history, laws, languages, resulting in fundamental power imbalances in legal and negotiation processes.

Dr. Saira Sabzaali has a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology and is the Clinical Director of Dragonfly Wellness Centre, an online and in-person community that supports people to bring their cultural values and spiritual beliefs into therapy.

Stacey is a seasoned claims management and dispute resolution professional, having specialized in the fields of insurance and civil litigation. She has been assisting individuals and organizations in managing conflict for over thirty years.

Teresa Harlow is an author, professional speaker, co-parenting coach, and mediator. She has spent over thirty years working in top American companies helping teams and individuals transform conflict into collaboration and collaboration into results.

With 30 years in the BC Public Service, Tyann Blewett has worked in a variety of roles in the social and justice sectors with a focus on research, policy development, legislation and stakeholder relations.

Zuhal spearheads ADRBC’s front-line member services, ensuring our proactive response to all inquiries and requests, and supporting meaningful member engagement.