about-RAC-BC

The National Association works with Provincial Chapters in a mutually beneficial relationship. Each Chapter operates under the bylaws of RAC, but are unique, having their own Board of Directors, Committees and Groups. Chapters are an excellent way to serve the interests of Reflexologists in every area of Canada and provide the means, by which members can participate in the Association at every level.

Membership in the Reflexology Association of Canada is not required to become a member of B.C. Chapter, however registration is required on the national level to become registered in the Canadian Registry of Reflexologists held by the National Association.

The first meeting of the B.C. Chapter was held on June 6, 1992, in the basement of the home of Ollie Bailey, a woman with a passion for Reflexology. Since its inception the Chapter has gone through many stages and periods of growth starting with a membership of one to more than 100 today.

The mission of the B.C. Chapter is to:

maintain continual professional development and professional standards of excellence and competence among it's membership
unify British Columbia Reflexologists in professional educational programs and services
support and help it's membership through other beneficial programs
provide a supportive environment for mentorship and camaraderie among the membership
provide and enforce a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for the benefit of Reflexologists and their clients
advance the understanding and knowledge of Reflexology to society as a whole

MEET OUR MEMBERSHIP

B.C. Board of Directors

	Chairperson Helga Petersen Chairperson since 2007. A German Registered Naturopath having had her own successful practice in Germany, specializing in Reflexology, Kinesiology, Accupuncture and Touch for Health. With multiple certifications and over 25 years experience, Helga practices Reflexology and Touch for Health in Canada and with instructor certifications also provides courses in these modalities.
	Co-Chair and Membership Director Shirley Marcotte A resident of Williams Lake, Shirley has practiced Reflexology for over 8 years and is a recipient of the Ollie Bailey Excellence Award. Certified and Registered in Foot and Ear Reflexologist, she also practices Reiki, Indian Head Massage and provides Reiki instruction, guided meditation sessions and other relaxation techniques.
	Treasurer and Secretary Ivana Rumlena Ivana is from a very popular and internationally known Spa town, Karlovy Vary / Carlsbad in the Czech Republic, where hundreds of people would come every year for three to four weeks to participate in water therapies and drink from the natural hot springs. Ivana immigrated to Canada with her family in 1986. A few years later Reflexology became a new interest for her and she wanted the practice to become a new addition to her home based business. Ivana finds joy in providing this very interesting modality for family, friends and clients.
	Member Services and Benefits Director Bobbi Weller Over several years Bobbi completed her Reflexology courses, first studying Foot Reflexology under Bev Barker in 2006, Ear Reflexology with Diane Wiebe in 2007 and Hand Reflexology also with Diane in 2009. In March 2009 she was invited by Dr. Sherry Ure of the South Okanagan Naturopathic Clinic in Penticton, to practice in her clinic. Slowly over the past year she has built a client base and thoroughly enjoys her career in Reflexology. She has lived in Summerland for the past twenty odd years in a hundred year old house with a large yard that she tries to maintain. During her spare time she enjoys camping, fishing, travelling and spending time with her grandson.
	Committee and Community Group Director Lee Hindrichs Newly Elected - April 24, 2010

B.C. Chapter Development Committee

Ryan Gunther

Community Group Leaders

	Greater Victoria (Southern Vancouver Island) Julia Bump		Richmond (Greater Vancouver) Stella Chan		Northern B.C.
	Central Vancouver Island (Mid/North Island) Evie Wur		Fraser Valley (Lower Mainland)		Okanagan

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