Provincial Advisory Board (PAB)

Bob served 12 years on the Boissevain and Morton Foundation (BMF), including six years as chair. During that time, he is proud to note that the foundation awarded its one-millionth and two-millionth dollars in grants, with anticipation of reaching the third million this year. This year also marks the foundation’s 50th anniversary since incorporation. Among his most memorable experiences were attending national conferences in Ottawa and Halifax. Bob’s roots run deep in rural Manitoba. He grew up in Neepawa and has since worked and raised his family in Boissevain, home of Tommy the Turtle. He is currently in his 29th year of teaching, with experience ranging from middle school to high school, including several years as a school counsellor. In addition to teaching high school, he serves as President of the Turtle Mountain Teachers’ Association, where he has also held several other leadership roles. Bob and his wife, Ashleigh, stay busy supporting their daughters, Kennedy and Claire. When they’re not camping or spending time outdoors, they can often be found at an arena, softball diamond, or school gym. In addition to being a dedicated sports dad, Bob has coached hockey, softball, and volleyball for many years, while also serving on various boards and committees connected to those sports. Coaching each of his daughters to a provincial championship (Kennedy – AA Softball, Claire – A Hockey) are moments he especially cherishes. Bob is grateful for his time on the BMF and looks forward to serving on the Provincial Advisory Board. He sincerely thanks every donor who has supported a community foundation. Through his involvement, he has witnessed firsthand how these donations support community programs and foster growth throughout the region. As they say in Boissevain-Morton, each donation is truly “the gift that keeps on giving.”