Serving the North Since 1970
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Meet the Team
E: riley@crisis-centre.ca
T: (250) 564-9658
Riley Skinner • Executive Director
Riley Skinner (He/Him) is a non-profit health executive, change leader, and educator with over a decade of experience advancing mental health and suicide prevention initiatives. In his current role at the Crisis Centre and as President of the Crisis Line Association of BC, he provides strategic leadership, strengthens partnerships, and advocates for accessible, equitable mental healthcare across the province.
Riley’s educational background is in psychology and business administration, and he also brings lived experience, cultural humility, and a deep commitment to fostering suicide-safer communities to his work. His leadership is defined by innovation, equity, and collaboration, grounded in the belief that effective care starts with listening to and elevating the voices of those we serve.
E: cynthia@crisis-centre.ca
T: (250) 564-9312
Cynthia Andal • Team Lead, Crisis Services
Cynthia (She/Her) came to us in 2021 with a background in caring for people in marginalized communities. She is passionate about supporting people in their most difficult moments and creating opportunities for connection. She is excited about assisting in the daily operation of the centre, answering crisis calls and training new responders.
E: kat@crisis-centre.ca
Katrina Mukanik • Community Education Coordinator
Katrina (She/Her) is a cis-gender able bodied woman born and raised on the ancestral land of Treaty No. 6 in central Alberta, home to many First Nations including Metis, Inuit, the Alexander Cree Nation, Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation, Enoch Cree Nation and Paul First Nation. She is a newcomer to the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh and is honoured to live, work, and connect with this land today. Katrina began volunteering as a crisis line responder in 2024 while completing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She enjoys engaging with the community and building connections. She has centered her time around developing a deeper understanding of the meaning and impact of addiction and is grateful for the opportunities to offer support within different communities. Katrina’s current role includes facilitating educational workshops in mental health and suicide awareness and making lasting connections with the community.
E: chris@crisis-centre.ca
Chris Gleddie • Development Coordinator
Chris Gleddie (He/Him) had his first volunteer experience as a youth baseball coach. That experience led to numerous board positions on non-profit organizations in Northern BC and fostered a strong desire to be engaged in community building and support. He looks forward to coordinating fundraising activities, supporting grant development, and building relationships that strengthen the Crisis Centre’s ability to deliver services across Northern BC.
E: regan@crisis-centre.ca
Regan Faller • Program Coordinator, Crisis Services
Regan (She/Her/Hers) is a Caucasian, cis-gender, able-bodied woman raised on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh people. Regan began her journey at the Crisis Centre as a volunteer responder in 2023, something that sparked a passion for crisis work and meeting individuals in their hardest moments. While working at the Centre, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Northern British Columbia, a degree which has provided a foundational understanding of interactions between the individual and their environment. Now, Regan has taken on a larger role as Program Coordinator of Crisis Services. In this role, she engages with our lines in a new way, ensuring responders are well prepared and supported to connect with people from all walks of life. As part of this care, she prioritizes upholding engagement with unconditional positive regard to really meet individuals where they are, no matter where that is.
E: desiree@crisis-centre.ca
Desiree Wood • Program Coordinator, Crisis Services
Desiree (she/her) joined the Crisis Centre in early 2024 while completing her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Beginning as a volunteer, she quickly discovered a deep passion for supporting people through moments of crisis. Having grown up in Prince George, Desiree feels grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community that shaped her. In her role as Program Coordinator, she is especially passionate about supporting and mentoring new volunteers, helping them build the confidence and skills needed to effectively support individuals in crisis. She is committed to fostering a compassionate, capable team that can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
E: community.assistant@crisis-centre.ca
Cianna Wetterlind • Program Assistant, Community Education
Cianna (she/they) was raised on the traditional, unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh people and is grateful to serve her community and the north in her role as Community Education Assistant. Cianna joined us in 2023 as a volunteer while completing her BSc (Honours) in Psychology, and quickly fell in love with the work and the Crisis Centre as a whole.
Currently, Cianna wears many different hats at the Centre, filling in wherever she is needed. However, her passion lies in being out in the community, making connections, and educating on suicide prevention and mental health. Cianna believes that a more informed community is a safer one and is committed to facilitating learning among the young, the old, and everyone in between.
E: dilpreet@crisis-centre.ca
Dilpreet Singh • Program Assistant, Crisis Services
Dilpreet Singh (he/him) started working with the Crisis Centre for Northern BC in January 2023 as a Supervisor. Before joining the Crisis Centre, Dilpreet gained experience working with and supporting individuals who were experiencing mental health, addiction and other personal challenges. Through these experiences, he developed a strong understanding of the importance of listening without judgment, building trust and helping people feel supported during difficult moments. He is passionate about helping people feel heard, supported and connected during difficult times. He now works as a Program Assistant, where he supports the daily operations of the centre, helps create a welcoming environment and works alongside the team to support the community. He enjoys his work and is grateful for the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Top photo credit: City of Prince George