* Began working for Alcohol and Drug Programs in 1984
* Currently works for the Vancouver Coastal Health
* Has worked in Detox, Methadone and Out Patient settings in counselling, supervisory and management roles.
* Has published on the issue of drug policy in the Canadian Journal of Public Health, and the International Journal of Drug Policy.
* Was involved in producing the Health Officers Council Paper on the Regulation of illegal drugs in 2005.
* Currently supervises the Addictions staff at the Pacific Spirit Community Health Centre.
* Provides public education on drugs and drug policy.
* Is a parent with two children and an active member of the Vancouver outdoor recreation community.