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Cathie has worked with CBFY since 2014, first as an Afterschool Program Tutor and progressing through roles such as Youth Worker in the Mentorship Program and Settlement Worker with Bridge Link. Currently, she is the Program Administrator in Communications. Outside of work, she loves creative pursuits like crocheting and DIY projects, and spending time with her husband and two children.

Lena Sakhatsky, born in Ukraine and lived in Israel before moving to Calgary, Canada. All her career life she has been an accountant or finance sector. Being employed by different sectors in different countries. She was inspired to work here as our work is near to her heart.

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My name is Catherine Clark or Mama C to the hundreds of youths that I have worked with over the past 9 years in the Afterschool Program. My passion is helping youth navigate through high school, providing them with homework support, opportunities to gain knowledge, and have new experiences that will help them grow in confidence for their future school and work. I have the privilege of walking alongside these youths in the NxtGen Program as they find friendships and build connections in their school community.

I help with CBFY's technology distribution, coordination, and management. I'm responsible for tech inventory and disposal. I am the main point of contact for CBFY's IT Tech support help, Tech 2 U.

Hello, I'm Beant Kaur, and I relocated from India to Canada in 2021 with a degree in Information Technology and 7 years of work experience. Surprisingly, my job search didn't yield any interview calls. Following my husband's suggestion, I decided to further my studies, focusing on Database Administration, a field related to my expertise.

The journey wasn't easy, demanding significant effort, but my perseverance led to an internship opportunity at CBFY, an organization aiding immigrants like myself. This internship evolved into a full-time position, validating the challenges I faced.

Today, I take pride in working at CBFY, not just for personal fulfillment but also to facilitate the journey for fellow immigrants. I've realized that even in adversity, persistence can yield positive outcomes. Being part of a community that understands and supports newcomers is an amazing experience, and I'm grateful to contribute to such a supportive environment.

Cristina Balamban brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as a Chartered Professional in Human Resources in Alberta. Hailing from the Philippines, Cristina holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management. Prior to immigrating to Canada, Cristina distinguished herself as a Sales and Marketing professional for over a decade.

Her journey in Canada began with work at CIWA, Theatre Calgary, and the Distress Centre.

Since 2018, Cristina has served as the Human Resources and Volunteer Resources Manager at CBFY, where she has made significant contributions to organizational growth and development. Her dedication and expertise have been instrumental in creating positive changes within the organization.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Cristina finds joy in her family life, cherishing moments with her husband, three children, and beloved furbaby, Chanel. She also enjoys hiking, singing, and reading motivational books.