SHREDDING BARRIERS SINCE ’97
Lasting Change, Led By Youth
Our purpose has always been to lift up youth.
Beyond meeting their basic needs, we work alongside youth to give them power in their lives and in our community.
“The people make Zero Ceiling what it is. The support they give me is the best part of the program. Whatever I want to do, they’re willing to help me as best they can.”
- Youth Member
We’re Building The Community We Want To Live In
A community where youth are treated with dignity and respect, where they have the freedom to make their own choices and shape their futures. A community where we all take care of each other.
“It’s very powerful to have people around you who focus on one purpose: to make everything better.”
- Youth Member
Meet Our Community
Our community of staff and volunteers make the magic happen.
Lizi McLoughlin
Co-Executive Director
lizi@zeroceiling.org
Sean Easton
Co-Executive Director
sean@zeroceiling.org
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![Natalie Cray holding baby outside.]()
Natalie Cray
Finance Controller
finance@zeroceiling.org
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![Emily Suckling smiling in a gondola.]()
Emily Suckling
Development Manager
emily@zeroceiling.org
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![Dan Browning wearing ski gear outside.]()
Dan Browning
Programming Manager
dan@zeroceiling.org
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![Jason McSkimming smiling at the camera.]()
Jason McSkimming
Housing Manager
jason@zeroceiling.org
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![Tom Graham sitting on a bench outside.]()
Tom Graham
Support Worker
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![Bridgit Muldoon lacing up boots.]()
Bridgit Muldoon
Support Worker
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![Brennan Kurchak giving thumbs up.]()
Brennan Kurchak
Support Worker
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Laura Rudderforth
Operations Facilitator
laura@zeroceiling.org
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Jordan Mayert
Program Facilitator
jordan@zeroceiling.org
Board Directors
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![Emma Ertel in the mountains .]()
Emma Ertel
Board Member
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![Robert Pratt wearing a hat outdoors.]()
Robert Pratt
Board Member
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![Toni in a toque]()
Toni Metcalf
Treasurer
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![Dan Harmon wearing ski gear on a mountain top.]()
Dan Harmon
Board Member
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![Berit Beattie sitting in gondola wearing ski gear.]()
Berit Beattie
Board Member
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![Nadio Hachey wearing gold sunglasses inside.]()
Nadio Hachey
Board Member
We’re Recruiting Elders for our Auntie or Uncle Program!
We are excited and honoured to invite an Elder to join our team as part of our Auntie/Uncle program. This paid role is centered on supporting youth through guidance, cultural connection, and shared knowledge, helping create a space of care, trust, and belonging.
The Auntie/Uncle helps to connect our Indigenous participants with culture and knowledge. They will be excited to listen and consult with youth to learn about their needs and desires and will honour their voices in making decisions. We are interested in learning through story, art, ceremony and ask our Auntie/Uncle to share knowledge, teachings, and ceremony that ground us in local traditions.
Follow the link below for the full job description, honorarium details, and how to apply.
We’re Recruiting Volunteers for the Summer
We’re on the lookout for Volunteers who’ll help support youth in accessing outdoor adventures like mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Follow the link below for the full job description and volunteer application form.
We look forward to meeting you!