Meet the Team

Childhood Connections Okanagan Family & Child Care Society

Tim Ropchan

Executive Director

About Me: I come from a background of over 10 years of supervisory/management experience in a variety of sectors. I previously worked in Australia for several years under a national program to support individuals with complex, acquired brain injuries and disabilities. I have a strong passion for health and wellness and to create sustainable, quality programs that serve the needs of our community.

Fun Fact: I am a competitive OCR athlete and ultra-runner. I can also juggle FIRE!

Caroline Taylor

Administrative Assistant

About me: Immigrated to Canada in October 2022 from South Africa.

Fun fact: I can recite the alphabet backwards

Family Resource Program (FRP)

Nicole Hoodicoff

Family Support Services Coordinator

About Me: I have worked with Childhood Connections for 6 years in various programs such as Child Care Resource & Referral and Family Resource Program. My previous roles in the community included Supportive Childcare, Behavioural Interventionist and Early Childhood Educator.

Fun Fact: I am famous for my impeccable air guitar impressions to any Bon Jovi songs!

Katie Ranchoux

Community Program Consultant

Family Resource Program (FRP)

Amreet Grewal

Childcare Services Manager

About Me: Completed Bachelor of Education degree from U of A

Fun Fact: Enjoys going for hikes

Danica Guinto

Drop-in Child Care Educator Assistant

About Me: Currently studying to obtain my full ECE certificate.

Fun Fact: I love volleyball. I can play volleyball everyday 😊