About GVPVS

Our People

A volunteer Board of Directors and a dedicated team of professionals working together to support victims of crime and trauma across Greater Victoria.

Governance

Board of Directors

Legally and morally responsible for all activities of the agency, the Board of Directors determines policy, approves the budget, and identifies program goals to ensure a sustainable future for the society. It is comprised of representatives from each of our partnering police agencies, as well as seven civilians.

Diane Hollinshead

Civilian · President

Michael Thackray

Civilian · Vice President / Secretary

James Ridge

Civilian · Treasurer

Odette Dantzer

Civilian

Wilhemena Harry

Civilian

Sophie Harris

Civilian

S/Sgt. Pat Mangan

Saanich Police Department

Cst. Jeremy Gofton

Oak Bay Police Department

S/Sgt. Kyle Sims

Central Saanich Police Service

Cpl. Ian Patchett

Sidney / North Saanich RCMP

Sgt. Dan O’Connor

Victoria Police Department

A/Cpl. Cole Brewer

West Shore RCMP

Vacant

Military Police Unit Esquimalt

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Our Team

Our Staff

Victim Services is made up of a group of dedicated, passionate, caring and professional individuals. Our team includes victim service workers, crisis response workers, a Court Support Program Coordinator, and administrative support, all under the leadership of the Executive Director.

Victim Services is a certified Living Wage employer. To learn about working with us, see our current employment opportunities.

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