Skate Canada BC/YT Section Announces New Executive Director

On behalf of the Skate Canada British Columbia/Yukon Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce that, Danielle Williams has been appointed as our next Executive Director. Danielle will start in this role on May 17th, 2025.

Danielle has been a member of the Skate Canada BC/YT Section staff since 2003. Over the past 22 years, Danielle has held various roles in the Section, most recently as Director of Operations. She has been instrumental in supporting the growth of Section events and over the past 5 years has supported Skate Canada in the delivery of domestic and international events.

In addition to Danielle’s operations and event experience, she has strong relationships with members of the figure skating community across British Columbia and Yukon. She has been a member of Team BC Mission Staff for six Canada Games, serving as Assistant Chef de Mission for the 2019 Canada Winter Games and the 2022 Canada Summer Games. Danielle has also been instrumental in developing strong partnerships with several municipalities along with other provincial and territorial sport organizations.

Danielle’s leadership network within the section, nationally, and internationally will be an asset. The Board of Directors is excited to have Danielle’s wealth of experience in this role and we look forward to collaborating with her.

Please join me in welcoming Danielle to the position of Executive Director, Skate Canada British Columbia/Yukon. 

Braden Davie

Chair-Skate Canada BC/YT Section