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 Baldwin 
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.

Board meetings

Read highlights from past board meetings

Learn more about Board membership.