Rick is deeply connected to the Valley as he was born and raised here. He pursued a rewarding career with Parks Canada, which involved considerable time working in Wildland Fire Management advancing to proudly retire as a Field Unit Superintendent. Rick has been an active community member on many fronts. In retirement he has developed a consulting business focused on Wildland Fire Management and continues to support the valley through various volunteer activities. He credits his interest in supporting the community to his parents who were always active community members. When not busy with his volunteering you will find him with family and friends out and about in the hills or on the water. Rick obtained an undergrad from the University of Victoria and returned as an adult student to complete a Master of Science degree in Environmental Studies.