Krista Clark

Created a safe, low-barrier environment to reconnect struggling Métis and Indigenous and Non indigenous individuals with supports and resources through collaborative community efforts.

Delivered living essentials like food, water, shelter(tents) winter gear and harm reduction supplies to the unhoused.

Developed meaningful relationships with organizations like Interior Health, Ankors, Community Connections of Southeast of BC, East Kootenay Addictions Services Society and Ktunaxa Regional Health Center to uncover the needs of the unhoused and how to achieve our goals together in a respecful way.

• Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay updated on trends and techniques in hairstyling.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent and professional services that are provided.
• Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
• Processed payments, sales
• Educated customers on products to maximize hair health and style

Cultural workshop coordination, administration, support cultural youth activities such as bannock making and beading at the Highschools and College of the Rockies. Established supports during the COVID 19 Pandemic to our Metis Population and provided grocery supports and PPE strategies to keep our most vulnerable safe