Our Team

Phil Doublet

Cabinet Chair

Phil specializes in helping business owners set up for successful exit by making their companies more attractive to potential buyers. Working with clients throughout Canada and the US, he has offices in Victoria and Calgary. Prior to his Bord role at Easter Seals, Phil was a multi-year volunteer with Special Olympics in Calgary.

Tara Spencer-Nairn

Honourary Chair

Tara is a Canadian actress best known for her work on the television series, Corner Gas. Most recently Tara can be seen in the new CBC GEM comedy series You’re My Hero as the mother of Ian, a blunt unfiltered 20-something with cerebral palsy who’s navigating life in a world not designed for wheels. In addition to her on-screen role that addresses accessibility challenges, Tara also has a personal connection to the area as an Alumni of Shawnigan Lake School.

Alan Thomas

Alan has over 20 years of experience in private and public sector finance and accounting leadership, ranging from small entrepreneurial start-ups to large multi-national corporations. Alan is currently the Vice President, Finance with Maximus Canada, providing executive leadership on all financial operations. As an Easter Seals BCY Board Member, Alan is passionate about supporting the long-term vitality and sustainability of Camp Shawnigan.

Marco Pasqua

Marco Pasqua is an award-winning Entrepreneur, Accessibility Consultant and Inspirational Speaker with Cerebral Palsy. He has been involved with Easter Seals BC & Yukon for over 25 years, starting with his experience as a camper, moving into being a volunteer at many events, all the way up to being a Board Member today. Marco’s goal is to help build a world-renowned, universally designed destination so that future generations know what it feels like to truly be included in their community.

Neil Haley

After 25 years, Neil retired from nursing at VIHA in Victoria and now spends his time at the helm of the Malahat Lions as the Club President. Neil is a longtime volunteer, pouring his own blood, sweat and tears into the camp every summer so it can welcome campers. He has a vested interest in seeing the site rebuilt so it can operate year-round for programs and respite to families across Vancouver Island.

Robert Dalton

Rob has been actively volunteering in his community since his children were young, volunteering for the scouts, girl guides and his local lions. He was a member of the Lions Club in North Vancouver, the Zone Chair and District Governor. Since retiring to the Island, he joined the Port Alberni Lions Club and continues to advocate for Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan as a vital support for the 4000 children and youth with disabilities across Vancouver Island and their families.