About PacificCARE Family Enrichment Society (CCRR) Child Care Resource & Referral
Our Vision
Thriving Children & Enriched Families
Our Mission
To enrich children and families by providing quality programs, services and resources.
Our Story
Originally named The Pacific Child and Family Enrichment Society, PacificCARE Family Enrichment Society was founded in 1989 by child care professionals who had collaborated for 15 years. This nonprofit organization operates primarily through the Child Care Resource and Referral Program (CCRR), funded by The Ministry of Education and Child Care, aimed at improving child care accessibility and quality in Central and Northern Vancouver Island.
The CCRR program serves over 40 communities in British Columbia, offering families access to licensed child care and providing information, resources, and referrals. PacificCARE’s CCRR services cover Vancouver Island from Ladysmith to Port Hardy on the West Coast to Powell River on the East Coast, with offices in multiple locations and outreach to more than 30 communities.
Board of Directors
Contact Us:board@pacific-care.bc.ca| Krista Maddex | Board Chair |
| Leighann Ruel | Vice Chair |
| Rob Anderson | Treasurer |
| Angie MacDonald | Secretary |
| Shelley Birchard | Board Member |
Our Staff
| Holly Carriere | Chief Executive Officer |
| Michele Juniper | Administrative Assistant |
| Jessie Dean | Programs Manager |
| Sandy Weeks | Ladysmith & South Nanaimo Child Care Consultant |
| Dee McKinney | Nanaimo Child Care Consultant |
| Juliet Klunder | Nanaimo Child Care Consultant |
| Sarah Martman | Oceanside Child Care Consultant |
| Heather Mazzotti | Gold River Child Care Consultant |
| Lou Lovrin | Campbell River Child Care Consultant |
| Alison Boucher | Part-time Campbell River Child Care Consultant |
| Laura Chandler | Port Alberni Child Care Consultant |
| Kimi Henderson | West Coast Child Care Consultant |
| Desiree Hunt | North Island Child Care Consultant |
| Sarah Levkoe | North Island Child Care Consultant |
Philosophy
We believe every child is special, and that thriving children and families are foundational to a vibrant community. People who have access to information, bonding experiences and supportive networks are more likely to experience well-being and belonging.
Values
Collaboration
We work in partnership to develop mutual goals within community.
Innovation
We identify needs and respond with programs and services that enrich children and families.
Integrity
We uphold best practices and ethical standards in our provision of professional supports to children and families.
Mindfulness
We engage with and respond to the uniqueness of individuals, families and communities in the programs and services we offer.
Inclusion
We support all children, families, and communities. Respecting all gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, belief systems, financial capacities, and diverse abilities.
Strategic Goals
Strengthen Systems
- Board and Overall Organization
- Build Capacity
- Remaining Flexible
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Revamp Administrative Processes
- Board Manual and Committees
- HR Management and Finances
Improve & expand Communications Marketing
- Marketing
- Internal Relations
- Public Relations
- Communication with Communities
- Indigenous Relations
Diversify Programs
& Revenue
- Prepare for “What if?”
- Annual Conference
- Educational Programs
Develop A culture
Of Leadership
- Lead by Example
- Equality - Emotional Safety
- Ethos of Leadership
- Value Authenticity
- Value Open-Mindedness