Attorney General Hon. David Eby
OPENING REMARKS
David Eby is the MLA for Vancouver-Point Grey, first elected in 2013.
A proud local resident, David was appointed in July 2017 to his current role as Attorney General by Premier John Horgan.
Before he was elected, David was the Executive Director of the BC Civil Liberties Association, an adjunct professor of law at the University of British Columbia, president of the HIV/AIDS Legal Network, and served on the Vancouver Foundation's Health and Social Development Committee.
An award-winning human rights lawyer, he has been repeatedly recognized in local media as one of British Columbia's most effective advocates and has appeared at all levels of court in BC.
His years of legal advocacy at Pivot Legal Society to protect the human rights and dignity of homeless and under-housed residents of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside were recognized in 2011 by the UN Association in Canada and the B.C. Human Rights Coalition with their annual award.
OPENING REMARKS
David Eby is the MLA for Vancouver-Point Grey, first elected in 2013.
A proud local resident, David was appointed in July 2017 to his current role as Attorney General by Premier John Horgan.
Before he was elected, David was the Executive Director of the BC Civil Liberties Association, an adjunct professor of law at the University of British Columbia, president of the HIV/AIDS Legal Network, and served on the Vancouver Foundation's Health and Social Development Committee.
An award-winning human rights lawyer, he has been repeatedly recognized in local media as one of British Columbia's most effective advocates and has appeared at all levels of court in BC.
His years of legal advocacy at Pivot Legal Society to protect the human rights and dignity of homeless and under-housed residents of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside were recognized in 2011 by the UN Association in Canada and the B.C. Human Rights Coalition with their annual award.
Quang Duong
Mackenzie Fujisawa LLP
Partner
CE SEMINAR 01
Quang Duong received his Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of British Columbia in 2001. He received his law degree from the University of Manitoba in 2004. Prior to articling, Quang was a law clerk at the Tax Court of Canada in Ottawa. He was called to the British Columbia Bar in 2007.
Quang has represented clients in all levels of court in British Columbia. His litigation practice includes assisting clients with real estate, wills and estates, personal injury and professional insurance matters.
Mackenzie Fujisawa LLP
Partner
CE SEMINAR 01
Quang Duong received his Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of British Columbia in 2001. He received his law degree from the University of Manitoba in 2004. Prior to articling, Quang was a law clerk at the Tax Court of Canada in Ottawa. He was called to the British Columbia Bar in 2007.
Quang has represented clients in all levels of court in British Columbia. His litigation practice includes assisting clients with real estate, wills and estates, personal injury and professional insurance matters.
Marny Morin
SNPBC
Secretary
CE SEMINAR 01
Marny Morin is a Notary Public and Program Manager for the BC Notaries Captive Insurance Co. Marny is also the Secretary of the Society of Notaries Public of BC
SNPBC
Secretary
CE SEMINAR 01
Marny Morin is a Notary Public and Program Manager for the BC Notaries Captive Insurance Co. Marny is also the Secretary of the Society of Notaries Public of BC
Howard Engman
CE SEMINAR 01
The entrepreneurial spirit of Howard Engman has resulted in a long career focused on customer service and attention to detail.
He gained his notary public commission in 1990 and started mentoring his daughter, Marnie Gunther, in 2010. As the founder of Engman & Gunther, he built a loyal clientele who viewed him as their New West Notary Public. Clients gladly produced repeat business and a steady flow of referrals.
Prior to running his Notary Public firm, he gained professional experience working at an accounting firm. He then owned and operated an insurance company.
The New Westminster community is close to his heart. He grew up in the area and graduated from NWSS in 1963. He happily retired in 2020 once his daughter was ready to take the reins of Engman & Gunther. Congratulations on your retirement Howard!
CE SEMINAR 01
The entrepreneurial spirit of Howard Engman has resulted in a long career focused on customer service and attention to detail.
He gained his notary public commission in 1990 and started mentoring his daughter, Marnie Gunther, in 2010. As the founder of Engman & Gunther, he built a loyal clientele who viewed him as their New West Notary Public. Clients gladly produced repeat business and a steady flow of referrals.
Prior to running his Notary Public firm, he gained professional experience working at an accounting firm. He then owned and operated an insurance company.
The New Westminster community is close to his heart. He grew up in the area and graduated from NWSS in 1963. He happily retired in 2020 once his daughter was ready to take the reins of Engman & Gunther. Congratulations on your retirement Howard!
Dr. Margaret Hall BA, LLB, LLM, PhD
Simon Fraser University
Professor and BC Notaries Chair in Applied Legal Studies | School of Criminology Simon Fraser University
CE SEMINAR 02
Dr. Margaret Isabel Hall, BA, LLB, LLM, PhD is a Professor and BC Notaries Chair in Applied Legal Studies in the School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada. Margaret's research interests include law and aging, mental capacity and undue influence, legal responses to vulnerability, and systemic theories of liability in tort law. Margaret's research integrates doctrinal analysis with qualitative research methodologies. Prior to joining SFU Margaret was an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at Thompson Rivers University (as a founding member of that faculty) and an Assistant Professor in the UBC Faculty of Law. Margaret has also worked in law reform and was the first Director of the Canadian Centre of Elder Law Studies.
Simon Fraser University
Professor and BC Notaries Chair in Applied Legal Studies | School of Criminology Simon Fraser University
CE SEMINAR 02
Dr. Margaret Isabel Hall, BA, LLB, LLM, PhD is a Professor and BC Notaries Chair in Applied Legal Studies in the School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada. Margaret's research interests include law and aging, mental capacity and undue influence, legal responses to vulnerability, and systemic theories of liability in tort law. Margaret's research integrates doctrinal analysis with qualitative research methodologies. Prior to joining SFU Margaret was an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at Thompson Rivers University (as a founding member of that faculty) and an Assistant Professor in the UBC Faculty of Law. Margaret has also worked in law reform and was the first Director of the Canadian Centre of Elder Law Studies.
Hilde Deprez
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Hilde Deprez is a Notary Public with an office in Vancouver's West Side. She graduated with a Master of Laws degree from the University of Leuven, Belgium, married in 1992 and moved to Canada in the fall of 1996. She has been a BC Notary since 2001. Hilde is actively involved in her community and render notarial services with a personal commitment to her clients.
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Hilde Deprez is a Notary Public with an office in Vancouver's West Side. She graduated with a Master of Laws degree from the University of Leuven, Belgium, married in 1992 and moved to Canada in the fall of 1996. She has been a BC Notary since 2001. Hilde is actively involved in her community and render notarial services with a personal commitment to her clients.
Trevor Todd
Disinherited, Estate Disputes & Contested Wills
Estate Litigation Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 02
Trevor Todd, better known as Disinherited.com, has practiced law for 48 years, primarily in estate litigation.
Trevor is a frequent speaker on the subject of estate law, and has spoken on a frequent basis to such groups as the Society of Notaries Public, Continuing Legal Education, the Trial Lawyers Association and has made innumerable newspaper and media appearances.
An avid traveler, Trevor has been to almost 131 countries.
There are approximately 1400 blogs on www.disinherited.com which receives approximately 15,000 visits per month.
Disinherited, Estate Disputes & Contested Wills
Estate Litigation Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 02
Trevor Todd, better known as Disinherited.com, has practiced law for 48 years, primarily in estate litigation.
Trevor is a frequent speaker on the subject of estate law, and has spoken on a frequent basis to such groups as the Society of Notaries Public, Continuing Legal Education, the Trial Lawyers Association and has made innumerable newspaper and media appearances.
An avid traveler, Trevor has been to almost 131 countries.
There are approximately 1400 blogs on www.disinherited.com which receives approximately 15,000 visits per month.
Sally Houghton
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Sally Houghton is a newly commissioned B.C. Notary Public (May 2021). Her varied life and work experience proves that we are limited only by ourselves: a Doctorate in Astrophysics, a decade spent as an Information Technology Consultant in the USA, Canada, and the UK and now her third University degree and career change to providing legal advice and assistance to her local island communities - "This is the Way!"
Sally was born in Australia and enjoys island life on beautiful Quadra Island where she has started her notary practice. Her eventual goal is to travel to more outlying islands and areas where the need for a notary may exist but is not being directly serviced. She enjoys time spent with her family, especially while they work on their costumes for the next Comic Con they will be attending.
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Sally Houghton is a newly commissioned B.C. Notary Public (May 2021). Her varied life and work experience proves that we are limited only by ourselves: a Doctorate in Astrophysics, a decade spent as an Information Technology Consultant in the USA, Canada, and the UK and now her third University degree and career change to providing legal advice and assistance to her local island communities - "This is the Way!"
Sally was born in Australia and enjoys island life on beautiful Quadra Island where she has started her notary practice. Her eventual goal is to travel to more outlying islands and areas where the need for a notary may exist but is not being directly serviced. She enjoys time spent with her family, especially while they work on their costumes for the next Comic Con they will be attending.
Anika Haerter
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Franca Muraca is a notary public in and for the province of British Columbia. Her ties to the Kamloops area run deep. Being of service and connecting with people are what Franca is most passionate about. She was born and raised in Kamloops, graduated from NorKam Secondary School in 1988 and enrolled at the University College of the Cariboo, now Thompson Rivers University. After completing a university transfer, she headed to UBC to complete her undergraduate degree with a double major in French and English. Franca then enrolled in Simon Fraser University’s Professional Development program and became a secondary teacher, a career that she enjoyed for more than 25 years. Eight years into her teaching career, she completed my first master’s degree, specializing in Administration and Curriculum. Franca has worked in several high schools in the district, been a member of the Kamloops Thompson Teacher’s Executive, led over 15 trips to Europe with her students, been a staff representative, and been chosen to represent her district at Harvard University.
In December 2018, Franca graduated with her second master’s degree in Applied Law and was commissioned in June 2019 as a notary public. She is a busy working mom of two incredible daughters, so certainly understands the need to strive for work/life balance. She loves working with people. The work of a notary is both challenging and rewarding and Franca loves what she does! The people she has the privilege of assisting and the constantly new and interesting challenges that come with the work of a BC Notary, make this a rewarding and exciting career.
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 02
Franca Muraca is a notary public in and for the province of British Columbia. Her ties to the Kamloops area run deep. Being of service and connecting with people are what Franca is most passionate about. She was born and raised in Kamloops, graduated from NorKam Secondary School in 1988 and enrolled at the University College of the Cariboo, now Thompson Rivers University. After completing a university transfer, she headed to UBC to complete her undergraduate degree with a double major in French and English. Franca then enrolled in Simon Fraser University’s Professional Development program and became a secondary teacher, a career that she enjoyed for more than 25 years. Eight years into her teaching career, she completed my first master’s degree, specializing in Administration and Curriculum. Franca has worked in several high schools in the district, been a member of the Kamloops Thompson Teacher’s Executive, led over 15 trips to Europe with her students, been a staff representative, and been chosen to represent her district at Harvard University.
In December 2018, Franca graduated with her second master’s degree in Applied Law and was commissioned in June 2019 as a notary public. She is a busy working mom of two incredible daughters, so certainly understands the need to strive for work/life balance. She loves working with people. The work of a notary is both challenging and rewarding and Franca loves what she does! The people she has the privilege of assisting and the constantly new and interesting challenges that come with the work of a BC Notary, make this a rewarding and exciting career.
David Barroqueiro
Benchmark Law
Associate, Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 03
Dave is a corporate/commercial lawyer focused on delivering legal services to small and medium sized businesses. After completing his articles with a boutique firm in downtown Vancouver, Dave was called to the Bar of British Columbia in 2021, and immediately began practicing law with Benchmark Law Corporation. Alongside his legal career, Dave was also an Employment Standards Office with the BC Ministry of Labour and Technology Coordinator for a local arts-oriented legal non-profit. Prior to attending law school, Dave was a Property Manager and Business Development Coordinator for Canada's largest co-operative housing management company here in BC.
Dave is a lifelong Vancouverite, and is always excited to assist local businesses, start-ups, societies, co-operatives, artists and community-based organizations in meeting their needs and realizing their goals.
When he isn't practicing law, you can find him on stage rocking hard with his band, on the pitch kicking a soccer ball, building legal apps, or spending time with his partner and Olive, their Corgi-Sheltie.
Benchmark Law
Associate, Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 03
Dave is a corporate/commercial lawyer focused on delivering legal services to small and medium sized businesses. After completing his articles with a boutique firm in downtown Vancouver, Dave was called to the Bar of British Columbia in 2021, and immediately began practicing law with Benchmark Law Corporation. Alongside his legal career, Dave was also an Employment Standards Office with the BC Ministry of Labour and Technology Coordinator for a local arts-oriented legal non-profit. Prior to attending law school, Dave was a Property Manager and Business Development Coordinator for Canada's largest co-operative housing management company here in BC.
Dave is a lifelong Vancouverite, and is always excited to assist local businesses, start-ups, societies, co-operatives, artists and community-based organizations in meeting their needs and realizing their goals.
When he isn't practicing law, you can find him on stage rocking hard with his band, on the pitch kicking a soccer ball, building legal apps, or spending time with his partner and Olive, their Corgi-Sheltie.
Rachelle Lee
Einblau & Associates
President
CE SEMINAR 04
Rachelle is an organization development and management consultant specializing in training, coaching, leadership assessments/development, succession strategy, and strategic planning. Her work is focused on helping leaders create a motivating work environment so everyone in the organization can have a positive and successful future, and good work/life balance.
She holds certification in several leadership development programs, including the Emotional Intelligence assessment, EQ-i 2.0, The Strength Deployment Inventory (SDI), The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, the Management Effectiveness Profile System (MEPS), TTI SI assessments, and Coaching for Commitment. These programs, along with her knowledge and experience in various leadership roles, makes her a sought-after facilitator, trainer and coach.
Rachelle has provided consulting and coaching services across industry sectors as wide ranging as engineering, financial services, manufacturing, graphic design/advertising, health care and non-profit services. She has developed three successful business, worked in a variety of corporate and mid-sized businesses and was previously CEO of a Canadian communications research company.
Einblau & Associates
President
CE SEMINAR 04
Rachelle is an organization development and management consultant specializing in training, coaching, leadership assessments/development, succession strategy, and strategic planning. Her work is focused on helping leaders create a motivating work environment so everyone in the organization can have a positive and successful future, and good work/life balance.
She holds certification in several leadership development programs, including the Emotional Intelligence assessment, EQ-i 2.0, The Strength Deployment Inventory (SDI), The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, the Management Effectiveness Profile System (MEPS), TTI SI assessments, and Coaching for Commitment. These programs, along with her knowledge and experience in various leadership roles, makes her a sought-after facilitator, trainer and coach.
Rachelle has provided consulting and coaching services across industry sectors as wide ranging as engineering, financial services, manufacturing, graphic design/advertising, health care and non-profit services. She has developed three successful business, worked in a variety of corporate and mid-sized businesses and was previously CEO of a Canadian communications research company.
Craig Fluter
West Coast Interventions and Addiction Services
Founder & Director
CE SEMINAR 04
Craig Fluter, Founder of Westcoast Interventions and acknowledged as Canada’s Leading Interventionist by Together We Can, has been an active member of the Vancouver recovery community since 2005. He earned his Addictions Counselling Diploma from Vancouver Community College and has maintained certification. In addition, Craig holds Certificates in Conflict Resolution, Non-Violent Intervention, Anger Management and Medication Management for Health Care Workers.
Craig spent six years as the Detox Supervisor at the Cordova Detox Facility on the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver. He specialized in Withdrawal Management. After that, Craig worked at The Orchard Treatment Centre as an Extended Care Counsellor. He facilitated group counselling sessions and helped clients individually as a step work coach.
As a result of this experience, in 2014, Craig launched West Coast Interventions. Above all, Craig has been performing Interventions with exceptionally high success rates in terms of treatment admissions. Moreover, Craig is immensely skilled in addiction counselling, treatment and after-care planning. As a result of this, his ability to speak with those struggling through compassion and a non-judgmental approach, but holding firm boundaries is what makes him extremely successful in achieving positive outcomes.
Driven by his passion for recovery, Craig has worked with countless individuals and their families conveying his knowledge, experience and insight around issues related to addiction, relationships and trauma. Most importantly, Craig is a truly progressive and inspirational individual. He offers a unique skill set to those in need of counselling or interventions.
West Coast Interventions and Addiction Services
Founder & Director
CE SEMINAR 04
Craig Fluter, Founder of Westcoast Interventions and acknowledged as Canada’s Leading Interventionist by Together We Can, has been an active member of the Vancouver recovery community since 2005. He earned his Addictions Counselling Diploma from Vancouver Community College and has maintained certification. In addition, Craig holds Certificates in Conflict Resolution, Non-Violent Intervention, Anger Management and Medication Management for Health Care Workers.
Craig spent six years as the Detox Supervisor at the Cordova Detox Facility on the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver. He specialized in Withdrawal Management. After that, Craig worked at The Orchard Treatment Centre as an Extended Care Counsellor. He facilitated group counselling sessions and helped clients individually as a step work coach.
As a result of this experience, in 2014, Craig launched West Coast Interventions. Above all, Craig has been performing Interventions with exceptionally high success rates in terms of treatment admissions. Moreover, Craig is immensely skilled in addiction counselling, treatment and after-care planning. As a result of this, his ability to speak with those struggling through compassion and a non-judgmental approach, but holding firm boundaries is what makes him extremely successful in achieving positive outcomes.
Driven by his passion for recovery, Craig has worked with countless individuals and their families conveying his knowledge, experience and insight around issues related to addiction, relationships and trauma. Most importantly, Craig is a truly progressive and inspirational individual. He offers a unique skill set to those in need of counselling or interventions.
Sylvia Anderson
Western Canada, HumanaCare Powered by Snapclarity
VP, Sales
CE SEMINAR 04
With 25 years of experience in the EAP and group benefits industry, Sylvia’s passion is helping people achieve their health, wellness, and self-development goals. Her career has always had a health and wellness focus. Over the years, she has witnessed firsthand the benefit that organizations will see when they take care of their employees and challenge them to be stewards of their own health. Sylvia started at HumanaCare in 2019 as Regional Director of Western Canada and in 2020, assumed the role of VP, of Sales. Sylvia will be the lead for ensuring that management, employees and their families receive the best in EFAP services available. Sylvia is proud to play a role in helping organizations develop their strategic benefits and wellness plans.
Western Canada, HumanaCare Powered by Snapclarity
VP, Sales
CE SEMINAR 04
With 25 years of experience in the EAP and group benefits industry, Sylvia’s passion is helping people achieve their health, wellness, and self-development goals. Her career has always had a health and wellness focus. Over the years, she has witnessed firsthand the benefit that organizations will see when they take care of their employees and challenge them to be stewards of their own health. Sylvia started at HumanaCare in 2019 as Regional Director of Western Canada and in 2020, assumed the role of VP, of Sales. Sylvia will be the lead for ensuring that management, employees and their families receive the best in EFAP services available. Sylvia is proud to play a role in helping organizations develop their strategic benefits and wellness plans.
Tammy Morin-Nakashima
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 04
Tammy has operated her successful, busy practice in Richmond, British Columbia since May, 1996.In 2005, she implemented software to offer her real estate clients the advantage of electronic registration at the Land Title Office. Tammy consistently upgrades her skills by attending educational seminars offered by The Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia and by The Continuing Legal Education Society of BC.
An entrepreneur for over 30 years in small business and real estate development, Tammy has varied business experience and knowledge that benefits her clients and her practice. She completed the Intensive Mediation Workshop in January, 1999 and the Certified Seniors Advisors Course in May, 2007. In 2015, Tammy joined the World Organization of Notaries. In 2016, she got her RI certification from the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia.
Tammy has given Will Seminars in community venues and has taught the Junior Achievement program. She has served as a Director on various charitable organizations over the years, including the board of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce for 6 years and the Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrises. She served for many years as a Director on the board, including as the President, of the Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia, on a number of its committees, and as a practice inspector. She also served as the Governor of The Notary Foundation of British Columbia.
Married to local businessman, Gary Nakashima, Tammy especially enjoys activities with her family, including her children and grandchildren.
Notary Public
CE SEMINAR 04
Tammy has operated her successful, busy practice in Richmond, British Columbia since May, 1996.In 2005, she implemented software to offer her real estate clients the advantage of electronic registration at the Land Title Office. Tammy consistently upgrades her skills by attending educational seminars offered by The Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia and by The Continuing Legal Education Society of BC.
An entrepreneur for over 30 years in small business and real estate development, Tammy has varied business experience and knowledge that benefits her clients and her practice. She completed the Intensive Mediation Workshop in January, 1999 and the Certified Seniors Advisors Course in May, 2007. In 2015, Tammy joined the World Organization of Notaries. In 2016, she got her RI certification from the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia.
Tammy has given Will Seminars in community venues and has taught the Junior Achievement program. She has served as a Director on various charitable organizations over the years, including the board of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce for 6 years and the Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrises. She served for many years as a Director on the board, including as the President, of the Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia, on a number of its committees, and as a practice inspector. She also served as the Governor of The Notary Foundation of British Columbia.
Married to local businessman, Gary Nakashima, Tammy especially enjoys activities with her family, including her children and grandchildren.
Ron Usher
SNPBC
Staff Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 05
Ron Usher has spoken throughout Canada and the U.S.A. on topics including real estate law and practice, e-filing systems, digital security, fraud, social media and Bitcoin. In addition to teaching real estate law at SFU, he is a member of the Society of Notaries Public of B.C., the Law Society of B.C., the Canadian Bar Association, the Real Estate Institute of B.C., and the B.C. Real Estate Section of the Canadian Bar Association.
SNPBC
Staff Lawyer
CE SEMINAR 05
Ron Usher has spoken throughout Canada and the U.S.A. on topics including real estate law and practice, e-filing systems, digital security, fraud, social media and Bitcoin. In addition to teaching real estate law at SFU, he is a member of the Society of Notaries Public of B.C., the Law Society of B.C., the Canadian Bar Association, the Real Estate Institute of B.C., and the B.C. Real Estate Section of the Canadian Bar Association.
Joan Letendre
SNPBC
Notary Public - PAL Advisor
CE SEMINAR 05
Joan Letendre was commissioned as a Notary in 2002 and ran her Notary Practice in Kerrisdale/Vancouver until 2017. She began doing Practice Audits in 2010 and continues in the role for the Society of Notaries. Joan is also a PAL advisor and a teacher for the Notary students enrolled in the MAALS Program.
SNPBC
Notary Public - PAL Advisor
CE SEMINAR 05
Joan Letendre was commissioned as a Notary in 2002 and ran her Notary Practice in Kerrisdale/Vancouver until 2017. She began doing Practice Audits in 2010 and continues in the role for the Society of Notaries. Joan is also a PAL advisor and a teacher for the Notary students enrolled in the MAALS Program.