Circle of Partners
The CoP is a core group of leaders from the Network who are passionate, enthusiastic, forward-thinkers who have the skills to represent diverse perspectives and are committed to collaboration. The CoP provides strategic direction to the Network and Action Groups, oversees the strategic plan, and monitors metrics related to key determinants of health in Oceanside. Acting as the steering group for OHWN, the CoP provides leadership by promoting and supporting collaborative practices and the principles of collective impact. Members sit for a minimum two-year term.

Gerry Herkel, Co-chair
Member of Federation of Residents Society, Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach Sunrise
CoP Member since 2013

Elaine Young, Co-chair
School Board Trustee, SD 69
CoP Member since 2020

Marlys Diamond
Member of Federation of Residents Society and Perfect Storm,
CoP Member since 2013

Susanna Newton
Executive Director, Society of Organized Services,
Oceanside Homeless Task Force
CoP Member since 2018

Sharon Welch
Executive Director, Forward House Community Society, Past OHWN Chair, CoP Member since 2014

Jane Osborne
BC Community Response Network, Regional Mentor Central & North Vancouver Island,
CoP Member since 2018

Scott Harrison
Qualicum Beach Town Councilor, CoP Member since 2021

Natasha Dumont
OHWN Island HealthRepresentative, Manager PublicHealth Services Port Alberni,Oceanside, West Coast
CoP
Member since 2021