Board of Directors
Meet the volunteer board that guides the Community Arts Council of Richmond.
The board of directors of the Community Arts Council of Richmond leads our registered arts charity in Richmond, BC. Together, these volunteers steer the council, support our programs, and champion the arts across the community. Meet the directors below.
Susan Stolberg
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Linda Shirley
Vice-PresidentView profile →
Ali Burns
TreasurerView profile →
Angela Cavadas
SecretaryView profile →
Michael Shirley
Board DirectorView profile →
Alexandra Fok
Board DirectorView profile →
Kit Tang
Board DirectorView profile →
Sabrina Ting
Board DirectorView profile →
Niki Katouzian
Board DirectorView profile →
Elsie Christopher
Board DirectorView profile →What our board does
As a volunteer, non-profit board, our directors give their time to keep the arts thriving in Richmond.
Steer the charity
The board sets the council's direction, oversees its finances, and upholds the bylaws that keep us accountable to our members and the community.
Support our programs
From Reach to Teach at our Arts Conservatory to our member exhibitions and art programs, the board helps our work reach artists and families across Richmond.
Champion the arts
Our directors advocate for the arts in Richmond, BC, build partnerships, and welcome new members, artists and volunteers into the council.
How our board works
The council is guided by a small, dedicated group of volunteers who give their time to keep the arts thriving in Richmond.
Volunteer-led
Our board is made up of 10 volunteer directors, including a President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary, each drawn from the council's membership.
Accountable to members
The board meets through the year to guide the council's programs, finances and partnerships, and is accountable to the membership under the society's bylaws.
A registered charity
The Community Arts Council of Richmond is a registered charity (number 118870112RR0001) that has championed the arts in Richmond, BC since 1970.
Learn more about our mission and vision and our story.
Interested in joining our board?
We welcome members who care about the arts and would like to help lead the council. Become a member, get involved, and let us know you would like to serve on the board of directors.
Board of directors: common questions
What does the Community Arts Council of Richmond board of directors do?
Our board is a group of volunteers who govern the council: they set the direction of the charity, oversee its finances and programs, and champion the arts across Richmond, BC. In practice that means supporting programs like Reach to Teach and our member exhibitions, and making sure the council serves local artists and the wider community.
How can I join the board of the Community Arts Council of Richmond?
We welcome members who are passionate about the arts and would like to help lead the council. The best first step is to become a member and get involved, then let us know you are interested in serving on the board through our contact page. We would love to hear from you.
How many directors are on the board?
The board is made up of 10 volunteer directors, including a President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary, alongside several board directors who each bring their own experience in the arts and the Richmond community.
Who can serve on the board?
Our directors are volunteers drawn from the council's membership. They come from a wide range of backgrounds, visual artists, musicians, educators and community volunteers, united by a shared commitment to the arts in Richmond.
How do I contact the board?
You can reach the board through the council by emailing info@richmondartscouncil.ca or using our contact page, and we will pass your message along to the right person.
Is the Community Arts Council of Richmond a registered charity?
Yes. The Community Arts Council of Richmond is a registered charity (registration number 118870112RR0001) and has championed the arts in Richmond, BC since 1970.