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Love creates legacy.

Meet Patti and Margaret, the pioneers of Big Hill Haven. They exemplify how helping others creates big change. Their stories are not only inspirational, they are living proof that through resilience, determination, a dash of humor, and a lot of love – you can overcome anything.  

Read our 2023-2024
Annual Report

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Mission

Big Hill Haven will provide a safe place for adults with or without children leaving domestic violence and empower them to rebuild their lives by providing support services and advocacy. We will lead our community in understanding the issues related to family violence in our community.

Vision

Our community has ended family violence through supporting and empowering families.

Values

Big Hill Haven employees and volunteers are committed to the following ethical values to carry out our mission: respect, integrity, inclusiveness, honesty, confidentiality, support, empathy, best practices, and safety.

Our Board of Directors

United through our mission, we are committed to creating a safe and healthy future for families experiencing domestic violence in Cochrane and area.

Sandra Gateman

CHAIR

Tracey Radloff

VICE CHAIR

Rainer Glimpel

TREASURER

Lisa Wise

SECRETARY

Margaret VanTighem

HONORARY
BOARD MEMBER

Jacquie Matechuk

HONORARY
BOARD MEMBER

Debbie Leah

DIRECTOR

Jeff Brunner

DIRECTOR

Jenessa Blanchet

PAST CHAIR

Brenda Heavenor

DIRECTOR

Our Leadership

Wanda McGinnis

EXECUTIVE  DIRECTOR

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Catalyst For Change
Addressing Domestic Violence in Calgary and Area

April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024

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