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Nelson CARES welcomes new executive director

Jac Nobiss takes over from Jenny Robinson
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Jac Nobiss is the new executive director of Nelson CARES. Photo: Submitted

Jacqueline (Jac) Nobiss is the new executive director of Nelson CARES.

Nobiss took over on April 1 after Jenny Robinson’s 13-year stint leading the organization, according to a Nelson CARES news release.

“We look forward to working with Jac who will bring us new perspectives and open our eyes to new opportunities for creating a caring community in Nelson,” said Ron Little, board chair of Nelson CARES. “Our most heartfelt thanks to Jenny and a warm welcome to Jac.”

Nobiss has a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in social work, a master’s degree in business administration, and is currently working on a PhD.

“Jac has worked in remote communities and large urban centres as a counsellor, program co-ordinator, operations manager, and a business consultant,” the news release states.

“Their passions include social development, economic development, and youth housing as well as many challenges related to Indigenous, Metis and First Nations issues.”

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