The Editor,
On March 10, it will be exactly one year since Jill Calder was taken from us during a devastating wind storm.
She had been at Port Coquitlam’s New View Society for 16 years, with eight years as its executive director, overseeing all operations of the non-profit organization.
Jill’s open management style with a team approach to leadership created a caring and warm atmosphere. She was generous with her time and talents, intelligent, dedicated, humble and open hearted. She was the real deal.
Jill served those families and individuals who have been impacted with mental health challenges always with respect, compassion and admiration.
Some people say one person can’t make a difference in the world. That’s not true. Jill made a very special difference at New View and will be forever in our hearts and dearly missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Thank you, Jill, for that privilege.
Jenny Farley,
Port Coquitlam
