Board of Directors

Our Board members

Chair

Saeed El-Darahali 
November 9, 2021-November 8, 2026

Deputy Chair

Robert Patzelt 
November 7, 2023-November 6, 2028

Employer Representatives

Steve Ashton 
April 1,2021-March 31, 2026

Stacia Gunn 
April 27, 2023-April 26, 2027

Angus Bonnyman 
March 30, 2023-March 29, 2027

Heather Cruikshanks 
May 8, 2025-May 7, 2029

Worker Representatives

Jenna Brookfield 
September 5, 2024-September 4, 2028

Janet Hazelton
September 4, 2024-September 4, 2026

Tim McInnis
September 4, 2024-September 4, 2028

Blair Richards 
September 5, 2024-September 4, 2026

The Board’s role

The Board oversees the WCB and sets its vision and direction.

Key responsibilities include:

• Approving the vision, mission, values, and strategic plan
• Approving the annual budget and funding strategy, including employer rates
• Approving WCB program policies
• Appointing and evaluating the CEO
• Recommending legislative changes to government
• Protecting WCB’s resources and assets

All members must act honestly, in good faith, and in the best interest of the workers’ compensation system.

Learn more about Board membership.