I was born and raised in Calgary and the Unison Society is an integral part of the fabric of this city. I joined the board so I could contribute to the sustainability of this vibrant community that services so many folks in our amazing city.

Michelle Berg is the CEO of Elevated HR Solutions, a fractional HR consultancy focused on empowering leaders and creating positive workplace cultures. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, executive coaching, and organizational strategy, Michelle brings thoughtful insight and practical solutions to her work.

Michelle’s passion for supporting community initiatives around aging and wellness was deeply influenced by her grandmother, who demonstrated that genuine relationships and connections transcend generational divides. A dedicated volunteer until the end, Michelle's grandmother would have wholeheartedly embraced her involvement with Unison. First introduced to the Unison Society in 2019 through a short project, Michelle quickly recognized Unison as a natural and meaningful fit for her personal and professional values.

Michelle's previous board experience includes KidSport and Meticulon, and she currently serves on the board of directors for HEEL (Higher Education Elevating Ladies). She holds a psychology degree from the University of Manitoba and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from York University, reflecting her dedication to blending empathy with strategic thinking.

Bart is a retired Chemical Engineer who grew up in Nova Scotia. He is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University and the Nova Scotia Technical College (now part of Dalhousie University). The majority of his career was focused on the natural gas industry with companies including Gulf Canada Resources, Gulf Midstream (now Keyera), and Emera. Bart spent the last 12 years of his career as an industry consultant, including 10 years as a partner with Gas Processing Management Inc., a natural gas infrastructure consultancy.

Following retirement in 2016, Bart began active volunteering involvement. This has included serving on the boards of the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter (now Fear is not Love), Wood’s Homes, and the Pinebrook Golf & Country Club.

Janice Wilson is an accomplished Chartered Professional Accountant with over twenty years of financial reporting experience. During her tenure in industry Janice has worked in Controllership roles for multinational publicly traded companies. She thrives on turning numbers into insights that help drive organizational growth. Whether it’s optimizing financial reports, integrating data, or leading strategic projects she is continually looking for ways to improve the accessibility and timeliness of financial information. She is a continuous learner and enjoys taking on new challenges. When Janice is not busy crunching numbers, she loves volunteering and giving back to her hometown city of Calgary. She is involved in the Canadian Progress club, a not-for-profit group that supports women’s health and wellness initiatives. Photography, gardening and watching live theatre enable her to forget about time and live in the moment.

As a retired gerontological social worker and educator with a focus on the issues of the older person, I look for opportunities to advocate for and support older adults. Most important to me is assuring that each of us has the information and support we need to always be at the center of our decision-making. As a board Member I am very proud of Unison’s varied programs, support and outreach that do that and much, much more.

My busy and active life would be incomplete without my deep love for my family, my church, caring for others, the great outdoors and music. Following a 34 year career in telecommunications and 10 gratifying years working with challenged adults, I have devoted my 18 years of retirement time to volunteering and serving on numerous committees to help ensure older adults in our community enjoy the very best lifestyle as they are able. I look forward to representing Medicine Hat on the Unison (Kerby Assembly) board as it will bring additional opportunities to support and provide a fulfilling and vibrant “Home Away from Home” for our seniors community at the Veiner Centre.

I am a corporate tax and technology lawyer and have over 15 years of board experience, having volunteered with many Calgary non-profit organizations in the past. I am thrilled to be a member of the board of directors of Unison. This is a dynamic organization doing innovative work in its food security programs, promotion of diversity and ground breaking partnerships, and I look forward to contributing to the vital work that Unison is doing in Alberta.

I joined Unison Society in 2002 as a volunteer assisting in the Adult Day Support Program. Later I joined the Centre of Excellent and assisted in projects studying resilience and long-term care. The exposure to issues relevant to older adults spurred me to pursue a Ph.D. focusing on gerontology. Joining Unisons (Kerby Assembly) board of directors feels like returning home. Although much has changed over the years, Unison’s commitment to the welfare of members and the Alberta community is as strong today as it was 20 years ago. As a new board member, I have many interests, but one of my passions is housing. Where we live, how safe we feel, and the services we can access are important issues for everyone.

I look forward to working with Unison members, staff, directors, and the community over the next 2 years.

I have been a volunteer at Unison Society for over 10 years, and over that time period I have helped in many different positions. By far, the most enjoyable is working at the Membership Desk where I have the opportunity to speak with many of the people that make use of the Unison Society. I also hear some of their concerns and I want to be able to bring some of those to the board's attention so that the members of Unison get the attention they need and have access to the programs they want. Unison is a fantastic organization and I really want to make sure that it continues to help and serve the needs of Alberta seniors well into the future.

Following a 26 year career with Union Carbide, I joined Equinox Engineering in Calgary, and eventually transitioned into retirement while still providing them limited consulting services.

Studying the aging process has led me to understand how important good social connections are for both extending the aging process and increasing the joy in life as we age.  While participating in various activities at the Unison Society over a number of years it became evident that Unison Society, formerly the Kerby Assembly, provide a diverse range of social supports that is key to fostering these important treasured social connections.  My interest as a board member is to help the Unison Society remain resilient, vibrant, and to grow to meet the growing needs for all of its services.

Hi, I’m Richard Parker, Past Chair of the Unison Society Board. I became involved with Unison Society in 2009 after retiring from the City of Calgary. Since joining the board in 2015, I’ve developed deep admiration for the dedicated staff and the many volunteers who generously contribute their time and talents to support Calgary’s seniors. During my time as Chair, we navigated the challenges of the pandemic and responded to the growing demand for our services with resilience and rapid growth. I’m proud to continue serving as Past Chair and am pleased to welcome Kenneth Lin as the new Chair of the Unison Society Board.

I took early retirement from Esso in 1991 and became involved in Unison Society as a volunteer, that same year, working on the travel desk organizing trips for seniors. I quickly became involved with the computer and network needs at the Centre.

I have served on the board of directors for many years as a director, treasurer, vice president, president, and now past president. Next year, I will have volunteered at Unison Society for 30 years. I am honoured that the computer classroom that I put in place was dedicated to me as Hank’s Room. I have served with pleasure and know the Centre has been, and continues to be, a great organization, serving the needs of Calgary’s senior population, of which I am a member.