Being a founding member of the WBSC, I have seen this organization grow from a talked about idea to providing support to the sporting community within the region.   The WBSC will help to build strong community foundations through sport.

I have lived in Fort McMurray for the past 24 years and been involved in multiple sports and supported various sporting events from provincial to international that have taken place within the region.  I currently represent the McMurray Oldtimers Hockey Association.

Playing a vital role in sport, recreation, health and wellness, Jodie brings over 16 years of sport management experience to her current role as the Director of Sport and Recreation for the Regional Recreation Corporation. She has led successful bids for past events including five Baseball Canada National Championships and two Canadian Junior Curling Championships. She also has been the chair for the international event, Grand Slam of Curling among numerous provincial level events and conferences. After graduating with a Bachelor of Kinesiology majoring in recreation and sport administration, Jodie started her sport career in marketing and public relations with the Calgary Flames Hockey Club and has now been a part of commissioning seven recreation facilities across Alberta. Leading a team of 170+ among her current role with the RRC, Jodie has also carved out time to support local Boards in the past and has recently concluded her role with Sport Tourism Canada’s Advocacy committee. With a strong passion for community programming and showcasing our community services and facilities, Jodie looks forward to contributing to the Wood Buffalo Sport Connection to bring sport development opportunities to the forefront. In addition, Jodie believes community collaboration is paramount to the success of our sporting community and looks forward to engaging in partnerships across the region.

Brittany Kozak, originally from Norway House Cree Nation, MB, proudly calls Woof Buffalo her home since 2011, when she moved here to pursue her post-secondary education as a college athlete. Brittany is the Employment & Training Director with the Athabasca Tribal Council, passionately dedicated to transforming the employment landscape for Indigenous members in the Wood Buffalo Region. Brittany spearheads culturally sensitive programs, offering tailored support and guidance to empower participants towards sustainable employment. Her commitment extends beyond employment to enhancing Indigenous representation, involvement, and perspective. Brittany envisions infusing the Wood Buffalo region, particularly its rural communities, with innovative and progressive perspectives in sports. Having grown up on an isolated reserve, she deeply understands the challenges young athletes face due to limited resources and scarce sporting opportunities within their small communities.

Karly Anderson comes to the Wood Buffalo Sport Connection with over 10 years of experience in the sport and recreation field. Karly obtained a degree in Sport Management from Camosun College, in Victoria BC and is a current Graduate student at the University of Alberta pursing a post graduate certificate in sport and recreation administration. Karly also has plans to pursue her masters.

Karly has had the pleasure of working, volunteering and researching sport internationally and has travelled all over from China to Boliva! Karly also brings a unique perspective having been an athlete, coach and official in the sport community.  Karly is excited to bring her passion for sport, recreation and active living to the Wood Buffalo Sport Connection. Outside of work, you can find Karly spending time her with family, outdoors just being active or on her next travelling adventure!

With significant experience in our sports community in various roles, Christina comes to us from the Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism. Her past experience as a Sport and Event Program Manager and assisting with the planning of the Wood Buffalo Arctic Winter Games, showcases her passion for enhancing our sports community.

Tyneille Neufeld is a part-time employee for the WBSC while working full-tim at Keyano College as the Business Development Advisor for Huskies Athletics & SSWC in Advancement Services. Her current involvement stems from her love of sport as she previously competing with the Keyano College Huskies Women's Volleyball team while completing her Bachelor of Education. Tyneille also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration where she majored in marketing, making her an asset to our board's public awareness. "I believe that involvement in sport not only builds confidence and social connection, but it also develops necessary skills to be successful later in life. Encouraging youth and adults to be active builds a healthier community in the long run."