First Light, the Aboriginal Friendship Centre in St. John’s, has a new Executive Director.
Stacey Howse got the new position on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.
Susan Onlik is the Chairperson for the Centre.
She says Howse has worked with First Light for 13 years in various roles, starting as a Youth Worker and working her way up through the organization to her previous role as Director of Programs.
Onlaik says Howse has developed a strong knowledge of all aspects of First Light; and is very well connected to the community. And has built strong relationships with community partners.
Personal development is very important to her and she has taken several leadership courses to enhance her leadership skills.
She is currently completing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Fredericton.
Onalik says Howse has acted as Interim Executive Director on two separate occasions and is very committed to First Light and is ready to take on her new position.
She added on behalf of the Board of Directors they wish her all the success in her new role.