David Hansen — Board Chair

David first connected with Pathways Clubhouse back in 2004, as the member responsible for Learning & Development at the Richmond R.C.M.Police, through a partnership that saw Pathways’ Members and Staff provide a series of introductory interactive information sessions for local Law Enforcement, designed to increase awareness and reduce stigma associated to mental health issues.

As a member of the Board of Directors for Pathways Clubhouse, David was fortunate enough to be able to attend the Clubhouse International 2017 World Seminar held in Detroit, MI (September 2017), and was a panel presenter on a session related to Board Selection and Utilization. His “connection” to Connections Place first began in June 2015, as the Emcee for the Moms Like Us – Clubhouse Builder (Launch) Gala, held at the UVIC Faculty Club. There David presented to, and met with, the Chiefs of the Regional Law Enforcement agencies in attendance.

He has continued to support Connections Place, emceeing the Annual Growing Connections – Friend Raising Gala, in November 2022. He has continued to offer his support to Connection Place, behind the scenes, and has attended the Connections Place Clubhouse location(s) on a number of occasions. Most recently, David has set out to “re-ignite” the relationship with local Law Enforcement agencies.