Rhonda is a certified teacher with an extensive background working in the Calgary education system and abroad.  She is fuelled by the positive power education has in transforming lives, learning this first-hand as an employment and education counsellor in Victoria working with vulnerable youth and young adults building successful pathways together with them.  Rhonda is a strong supporter of the trades, having had hands-on experience operating a residential and commercial painting business, while in university. Outside of work she enjoys music, playing ringette, heading outdoors and spending time with her son, two daughters, husband Mitsuru, extended family, and friends.