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Meet the people who help guide and support our work through leadership and oversight.

Board of Directors

Introducing Our New Indigenous-Led Board of Directors

On February 13th, 2024, a historic transition unfolded at Low Entropy as we welcomed our new Indigenous-led board of directors. This change came about through a profound realization and a bold step taken by our previous board, who chose to resign voluntarily. Their decision was driven by the recognition of a critical gap in our efforts: the scarcity of Indigenous cultural support for residents of the Tri-Cities area.

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A Step Towards Inclusive Support

Low Entropy is committed to making a difference in the lives of our unhoused friends, focusing on helping them find safe, secure housing. However, with Indigenous individuals making up 33% of the unhoused population in our area, it became evident that our approach needed to be more inclusive and culturally informed.

The formation of our new Indigenous-led board is more than a change in leadership; it is a commitment to learning, understanding, and integrating Indigenous perspectives and wisdom into our work. Our new directors bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and cultural insights that are invaluable in our mission to provide support that is not only effective but also respectful and honoring of the people we aim to serve.

Learning and Leading Together

As we move forward under the guidance of our new board, we are diligently learning and adapting our strategies to ensure that our efforts reflect the needs, values, and traditions of Indigenous communities. This is a journey of listening, understanding, and action—a journey we are committed to taking with humility and respect.

Our new board of directors is leading the way in redefining how we support our unhoused friends, ensuring that our interventions are culturally sensitive and grounded in the principles of equity and justice. Their leadership is a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for our organization and the communities we serve.

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Our Pledge

We pledge to work closely with our Indigenous-led board to pave a new path forward, one that honors the dignity, culture, and rights of all individuals. Together, we are embarking on a transformative journey to address the challenges faced by unhoused individuals in the Tri-Cities area, with a renewed focus on cultural understanding and support.

We invite you to join us in supporting this important work, as we learn from our new board of directors and strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Together, we can create a future where everyone has access to safe, secure housing and the support they need to thrive.

Ed Hall

Cynthia Jim

Geddes Don Wells

Amanda Engen

Sherry Sun

Ed Hall
Sχəpχeyləm aka Ed Hall

Co-Chair

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Ed Hall was the Chief of the Kwikwetlem First Nation and served on council for more than 10 years. Ed is a familiar face in the Tri-Cities and further afield, as he diligently networked and brought recognition of the nation to those that lived in these cities. Ed is very passionate about providing assistance and guidance to those most vulnerable in all communities. He currently sits on a board that provides oversight on a First Nation enterprise.

Ed has extensive experience in public speaking and is often sought out for his insight into various nonprofit organizations as he is not only concerned about the vulnerable but also about the protection of the environment. Ed has post secondary education in business and the revitalization of the down river dialect of Halq’emeylem for his community, one of many ancient Coast Salish dialects.

Ed Hall knows that there is a lot more work to be done, and with his caring, compassion and drive, things can be accomplished for the betterment of the vulnerable sector in our society.

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Cynthia Jim
Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet aka Cynthia Jim

Co-Chair

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Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet is a Faculty Member with the Enowkin Centre at the University of Victoria and a Cultural Teachings Facilitator for Work BC skilled training. Previously Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet was a Cultural Competency Trainer for BC Hydro. Active in her community, Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet is Board Secretary for the Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre and Treasurer for the Fraser Valley Powwow Committee. Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet holds a Bachelor of Native Studies and a Bachelor of Education from the University Alberta.

She also holds a Human Service Diploma from Salishan Institute and a Provincial Instructors Diploma from Vancouver Community College. In addition to her degrees, she is a Grief Recovery Specialist from the Grief Recovery Institute.Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet was the only indigenous woman to sign the partnership accord Feb 1st an agreement that ensures fair & equitable , anti-racist health services reaching all indigenous peoples. Ensuring reciprocal partnership accountability.

Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet belongs to the Qw’oqw’elitha Elders society and strives to ensure equitable representation for our indigenous women (the most marginalized population in Canada).

Shuel-let-qua Q:olosoet is a former, third generation, residential school survivor.

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Saliidks Medeek aka Geddes Don Wells

Director

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Wye Wah! My name is Geddes Don Wells, I come from the Tsmsyen Nation in Terrace and Lax kw’alaams BC. My ancestral name is Saliidks Medeek of the Killer whale clan of the Gitando Tribe and Wolf clan of the Git sm kalum Tribe. I received my Bachelors of Social Work through the University of Victoria. My career has been in the field of Child Protection in which I became a huge part of the collaborative teams and efforts. I spent many of the first years developing a Child Welfare organization for 9 nations in the Northern regions in which I partook in many different capacities.

An area that I concentrated my career in was in Conflict Resolution pieces that have changed over time but carry the same notion of best helping our families moving forward in a good way. Moving to the south I have learned much about ceremony and the importance of it. Ceremony has kept me functioning well within my work settings and my personal life. What keeps me busy is my music in different Genres such as playing in a Rock/Blues band, and writing traditional music and my therapeutic hobby is weaving our ceremonial wear.

“We are all children of the Great Spirit, we all belong to Mother Earth. Our planet is in great trouble and if we keep carrying old grudges and do not work together, we will all die.” - Chief Seattle

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Amanda Engen
Amanda Engen

Director

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Amanda is Dene Tha/Metis from Northern Alberta. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work with an Indigenous Specialization and a Master of Arts in Dispute Resolution from the University of Victoria. Amanda works as an Academic Advisor for Indigenous Students at UBC.

She enjoys volunteering her time for organizations dedicated to helping others in need. In her leisure time you can find Amanda hiking, running, traveling, and having fun trying new outdoor activities. If she is not in the woods or on the road, she will be spending quality time with family and friends.

Sherry Sun
Sherry Sun

Co-Treasurer, CPA, CGA

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Sherry is a seasoned CPA with more than 7 years of expertise in financial reporting and analysis, focusing on both the financial and manufacturing sectors. Holding a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a Master of Science in Finance, she currently serves as the Financial Controller at an established subprime lending company.

Beyond her professional role, Sherry is deeply committed to supporting organizations with noble missions and actively seeks opportunities to contribute to society. She strives to make a positive impact and give back to the community whenever possible.