CONSERVATION SOCIETY
RESTORING SINCE 1995
The Lougheed House Conservation Society was created in 1995 for the purpose of restoring, preserving, and operating the site as a public heritage centre on behalf of the provincial government and continues to do so today.
RESOURCES
board chair
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Jessica Park is a policy, governance and advocacy professional with an interest in helping organizations make evidence-based decisions, a passion for municipal and civic affairs, and more than a decade of experience working with public, non-profit, and private organizations in a range of industries and sectors. In addition to her position with Lougheed House Conservation Society, she serves on the Heritage Calgary Board of Directors and is a long-time volunteer with the Calgary Stampede. Jessica holds a BA and BEd from the University of Calgary and a masters degree in public administration (MPA) from the University of Victoria.
Vice Chair and Governance Committee Chair
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Jennifer McColl is the Director of People and Culture with Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research. She is a creative non-profit leader and human resources professional with more than 20 years of experience in the sector. Jennifer is a Certified Professional in Human Resources and holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Leicester and a non-profit management certificate from Mount Royal University. She joined the Board of Directors of Lougheed House out of a lifelong interest in history and museums, along with a strong belief in the importance of the preservation of our built heritage and an interest in contributing to that work in our community.
Secretary and Fund Development Committee Chair
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Kathleen MacPherson is currently Senior Director, Development with the University of Calgary. She is an alumnus of the University and a dedicated fundraising professional with over 20 years of experience. Kathleen has also held the roles of Vice President of Campaign and Resource Development with the United Way of Calgary and Area and Vice President, Philanthropy with the Calgary Health Foundation. During her career, Kathleen was directly involved in raising more than $900 million for various organizations across Calgary. She has mentored and coached hundreds of staff throughout her career, and was the recipient of the Outstanding Fundraising Professional Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2017.
Treasurer and Finance Chair
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Yisha Pang is currently the Manager, Consolidations and Financial Reporting at Enbridge. Yisha holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary, a Masters in Professional Accounting from the University of Saskatchewan and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. She began her career in public accounting, providing services to public and private organizations across Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand, and currently has more than a decade of experience in financial accounting and reporting, management reporting, corporate risk management and internal controls. Yisha was a long-time resident of the Beltline and frequent visitor and admirer of Lougheed House, as well as being a casual history enthusiast, and has been a board member since June 2021.
Community AND Partner Engagement Chair
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Following a 26-year career in teaching and school administration, Jean Kruse became the general manager for the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (Alberta Division). She has also been a volunteer interpreter at Heritage Park, sharing stories about the history of Calgary, for the past 15 years, and is presently vice chair of the Calgary Stampede Royalty Committee. She has volunteered on the boards of the Famous Five Foundation, Alberta Horse Industry, Red Cross Alberta, and the University of Calgary Alumni Association. She holds a Master of Education Administration and Leadership from the University of Alberta, a Diploma in Educational Administration specializing in Human Resources Management and recently completed the Indigenous Canada course delivered by the University of Alberta.
Director
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Samantha (Sam) Stokes is a litigation lawyer at Rose LLP, primarily practicing in the areas of planning and development, commercial and construction litigation. Prior to law, Sam obtained a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science at the University of Ottawa and Queen’s University. In addition to volunteering with Lougheed House, Sam is the Director of Development – Elboya on the Elboya Britannia Community Association. She has a particular passion for the preservation of heritage sites and local culture, and as a prior Beltline resident she knows the importance of Lougheed House to the area and to Alberta in general.
Director
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Colin Reid’s professional background is in sales, marketing and finance, and he’s a Canadian history buff whose parents collected antique cars, so he spent his formative years riding in the back of pre-1920 Brass Era vehicles, a hobby which meant he spent lots of time at museums and historical sites. Since 2012 he’s lived less than a block from Lougheed House, and as he learned more about the society it seemed like a perfect fit for both his love of the area and neighbourhood, his passion for Canadian history and his desire to see heritage buildings in Calgary survive and thrive.
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Jackie Mattock Howard has more than 30 years’ experience in fundraising and the nonprofit sector in various capacities including Vice President, Resource Development, Principal gifts, and as a consultant. More recently, she has worked in innovation, and she led the development of a non-profit business start-up. Jackie is passionately committed to the Calgary community and a champion for change. A native Calgarian, Jackie is a graduate of the University of Calgary with Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. She is married and mother of two amazing young people.
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Frano Cavar is the Director of Public Affairs and External Relations at the Calgary Construction Association. He is responsible for developing a robust advocacy, government relations, and media strategy for the Association and its membership. As a former Chief of Staff to a Calgary City Councillor, Frano has a sound awareness of local and city-wide municipal affairs and a grasp of current social and political issues.. A natural collaborator, he understands the importance of relationship-building with industry, stakeholders within the City of Calgary, partner organizations, and the public.
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David Rothwell has more than 15 years of experience working in corporate governance and compliance in both the private and public sectors, working with organizations including Alberta Health Services and TC Energy and most recently Parkland Corporation as a Regulatory Compliance Specialist. David’s skills span governance, finance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. He is a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional, holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Royal Roads University, and a Professional Certificate in Strategic Decision and Risk Management from the Stanford University Centre for Professional Development. David’s previous board and volunteer experience includes being past president of the Mount Royal University Policy Studies Alumni Chapter, and he is passionate about Calgary’s heritage.
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Frank Finley is a writer and advisor in the field of heritage with a special interest in lost architecture and the political future of the industry. In Spring of 2024, Frank was awarded a Historical Society of Alberta grant for work on his forthcoming book, Lost Calgary. Frank also serves as a member of the National Trust’s Federal Issues Working Group, as a board member for the Chinook Country Historical Society, and as the lead researcher for Lost Canada, a digital project which showcases lost architecture from across the country. Prior to this work, Frank served as a member of the University of Calgary Board of Governors, and in roles in the Alberta Office of the Premier and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. In his spare time, Frank pursues his interests of meteorology and composition for string.
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Tyler Morgan is currently the Controller at Jepson Petroleum. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Tyler began his career in the trades, earning a Journeyman ticket in HVAC. Driven by a desire to expand his skills, he later completed a Bachelor of Management degree from Athabasca University, blending practical industry experience with a strong foundation in business management.
A proud Calgarian, Tyler has always had a deep appreciation for the city’s rich history. He is excited to give back to the community by serving on the board of directors at Lougheed House. As a member of the finance committee, Tyler is dedicated to supporting the preservation of this historic landmark and ensuring its sustainability for future generations.