Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.

Matthew Parlee

CHAIR

Originally from Saint John, New Brunswick, Matthew (or Matty) spent 6 years working as a child/youth counsellor in social profit and pastoral organizations. He moved to Fort McMurray in 2014 to develop the infrastructure of Family & Children Ministries for a local church. Matthew is currently employed by the RMWB and actively contributes to the Fort McMurray community with his wife Jacqui of 13 years and his 3 daughters. Having 3 daughters from age 8-12 years old, Matthew believes that it is important to invest in the youth as they hold the keys to a brighter and better future.

DANNY TULK

DIRECTOR

Danny Tulk joined the BGC Fort McMurray Board in February 2024. Having lived in Fort McMurray since 2007, Danny is passionate about contributing to the community he loves. He first learned about BGC Fort McMurray while working as a teacher in the Public School Division and was excited by the opportunity to support such a vital organization.

Currently, Danny serves as the Principal of Frank Spragins High School and is an active professional musician in the City. He is deeply committed to sharing the story of Fort McMurray’s resilience and vibrancy and is dedicated to working for and alongside the incredible people who call this region home.

Danny is especially passionate about working with youth, both in his role as a principal and as a board member. He believes in empowering young people with the tools, confidence, and opportunities to succeed, and he strives to create an environment where they can thrive and realize their full potential.

Yemi Bankole

DIRECTOR

Yemi was born and raised in Nigeria where she completed her law degree. She relocated to Aberdeen, Scotland with her husband and obtained a Master’s degree in International Commercial Law at the University of Aberdeen in 2010. She then moved to Fort McMurray with her growing family in November 2010. She is currently employed as a lawyer with Don Scott McMurray Law Office and serves as a volunteer on the boards of non-profit organizations in Fort McMurray. She provide pro bono legal services to residents of Fort McMurray from time to time. Yemi has three young children aged 2, 7 and 9 and enjoys travelling with her husband and children. She is excited to serve as a member of the board of the Boys and Girls Club and looks forward to supporting its vision.

Jordan Tibbo

DIRECTOR

Over twenty years ago, Jordan began a career working with children and youth through the Boys and Girls Club in his hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Since then, he has gone on to earn both a Bachelor and Masters of Social Work and applied this to his work in early intervention and prevention. Jordan’s passion to see young people grow to reach their full potential has fuelled his previous work with the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation Leadership Program, Katimavik, and his current role as a Foster Care and Kinship Support Worker with Children’s Services. Jordan moved to Fort McMurray with his family in 2008. He has had the privilege to work alongside a variety of community stakeholders in the interest of doing what’s best for children and youth through direct service, family support, committee work and program development. Jordan continues to support children and families and is excited to be able to give back to the organization that sparked his career path.

Roslyn Darroch

DIRECTOR

Roslyn Darroch has been living and loving Fort McMurray for 17 years (of course, it was initially a 2-year plan). Roslyn and her husband have been raising their two boys and enjoying all the great activities this community has to offer for youth.   Roslyn is an active member of Syncrude’s Women’s Interest Network (WIN) and is the administrator on the Group Committee for the 9th Fort McMurray Scouts.   Roslyn and her family love camping, skiing and travelling, to name just a few activities. Roslyn is the General Manager of Maintenance at Syncrude. She holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Manitoba. Roslyn believes in empowering youth as they are the key to a bright future for all of us!

Shelby Sheppard

DIRECTOR

Originally from Taber, Alberta, Shelby moved to Fort McMurray in 2015 and has spent the last nine years calling our beautiful city home. She enjoys spending time with her husband and family and keeping active. Holding a degree in Human Resource Management, Shelby is a HR Advisor at Suncor. As an oldest sibling and aunt to many, Shelby is passionate about encouraging children and youth to dream big!