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Community rallies for Ride

June 14, 2022 By Jessica Samuels Leave a Comment

Coming together for a common cause was the theme Sunday morning, June 12, as 250 riders and walkers took part in The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride, presented by the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation. The event raised $106,000 for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Kelowna for essential programs and services for mental health and suicide prevention.

The event, called The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride in memory of two brothers who lost their lives, doubled as a place to connect, build community, and share stories as a way to increase awareness and understanding around mental health. “Being able to have the ride this year was particularly important because we have spent a long time purposely not connecting as a community in order to maintain our physical health, but it took a toll on our collective mental health,” says Mike Gawliuk, CMHA Kelowna CEO. “As a result we’ve seen a significant increase in need for our mental health programs and services. The money that ride raised – goes directly to supporting that community need.”

This year’s event utilized the Okanagan Rail Trail for a 6km, 25km or 50km bicycle ride and Knox Mountain Park for a 6km walk. It also featured a generous donation from the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation, who matched Budd’s 100 registrants’ first $100 in fundraising. Other local event sponsors included JDS Mining, MNP LLP, Affinity Wellness, Coast Capital Savings, Peter’s Independent Grocer and Smith Creek Cycle who donated a cruiser bike to the top fundraiser.

Gawliuk says the show of support for the event was tremendous. “We are incredibly grateful to the riders, striders, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and community supporters who stepped up to make this event a success and mental health in our community a priority.”

The money raised will stay local, going to CMHA Kelowna programs and services that help people of all ages access the help and support they need to live their best lives. Donations for the CMHA Kelowna ride are being accepted until June 30th on the ride website: cmhakelowna/ride2022

Thank you to Raquel Rodrigues for creating a video of the 2022 event, click here to watch.

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New CEO announced for CMHA Kelowna

April 20, 2022 By Jessica Samuels Leave a Comment

Mike Gawliuk, new CMHA Kelowna CEO

April 20, 2022 ~ A new CEO for CMHA Kelowna has been announced. Mike Gawliuk, currently the Director of Service Delivery and Program Innovation at the organization, has accepted the role of CEO effective June 1, 2022.

After completing a rigorous selection process, CMHA Kelowna Board Chair Stuart Yanow says Mike’s incredible experience, knowledge of the organization and community, and his strategic relationships make him perfect for the role. “Mike believes strongly in the power of strategy and collaboration. He takes a thoughtful approach to the work, and has a deep respect for the CMHA Kelowna team and the individuals who use our programs and services.”

Gawliuk has dedicated his career to the non-profit sector when he started working with at-risk youth and individuals experiencing homelessness, and has served in senior leadership roles for the past 17 years. He has a BA in Psychology and has completed his Master’s degree in Leadership.

Gawliuk joined CMHA Kelowna in 2011, and was instrumental in the development of some of the organization’s most innovative programs, including Housing First, Scattered Sites, and Foundry Kelowna, a mental health and substance use clinic for youth 12-24 years of age and their families.

He has been involved with a number of local, provincial, and national level organizations. He was a member of Kelowna’s Journey Home Task Force on Homelessness, and currently works with the Local Community Advisory Board on Homelessness, the BC Non – Profit Housing Association, the National Learning Community on Youth Homelessness and A Way Home Canada. In 2017, Gawliuk was recognized as one of Kelowna’s Top 40 over 40 and received a Community Leader Award for his work developing Foundry Kelowna.

“From the Board’s perspective, it is an incredible advantage for CMHA Kelowna to have Mike Gawliuk as the new CEO. We are excited to see the organization continue to flourish under his leadership.”

Current CEO, Shelagh Turner, will remain in the role until May 31, 2022.

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