Andrea Silver, RPh
Andrea has over 18 years of pharmacy experience and has come to understand patients’ experience within the healthcare system through a variety of experiences in research, hospital, and outpatient care. She currently manages an independent pharmacy in Victoria BC, acts as clinical lead on a number of new initiatives in her community, and actively practices as a diabetes educator.
Terri Gibson, RPh
Terri Anne Gibson is a 2012 alumni of the University of Victoria (Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Applied Ethics) and a 2017 alumni of the University of Saskatchewan (Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy). She has been practicing as a community pharmacist for four years, beginning her career in the Province of Alberta where she was able to advocate and care for her patients to the fullest scope of pharmacist practice with her Additional Prescribing Authorization Certification. She is currently a pharmacy manager with Shoppers Drug Mart. In addition to her role as a community pharmacist, she dedicates her time to a number of leadership and volunteer positions within the community. Most notably, she serves as the Regional Coordinator for the Vancouver Chapter of The Shoebox Project for Women. Terri is passionate about giving back to her community, especially vulnerable populations, both through volunteerism and in her role as a healthcare provider; it is with this conviction that she serves on the Board of the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. At present, Terri makes her home in the beautiful community of Maple Ridge with her husband and three year-old son.
Alex Dar Santos, RPh
Alex is a UBC graduate with 17 years of pharmacy experience, and is currently the pharmacist-owner of a pharmacy in Richmond. From September 2013 to October 2019, he was a Board Director with the BCPhA and served as President in 2017/18. He holds himself and other pharmacists to a high level of integrity and professional standard. He also strives for common sense solutions in order to continue to practice pharmacy safely and efficiently. He believes that pharmacists can provide better patient care and outcomes by utilizing all aspects of a pharmacist’s scope of practice and by advancing pharmacy practice. In his spare time he enjoys travelling with his wife and two children.
Sarah Werner
Sarah Werner graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Alberta in 2019. Following the pandemic, she and her family returned to her hometown of Vernon, BC, to pursue a career specializing in mental health and addictions. As a pharmacist focusing on Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) and mental health, Sarah works in an independent community pharmacy and is deeply committed to protecting and advocating for vulnerable populations. She collaborates closely with Interior Health, Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) teams, OAT clinics, and shelters to ensure equitable access to life-saving care.
A leader in harm reduction, Sarah initiated a partnership with Interior Health to provide drug checking services at her pharmacy and introduced one of the region’s first safe OAT delivery program. Passionate about patient safety, Sarah is dedicated to creating and updating policies that protect both OAT patients and the public, while advocating for ethical practices within the pharmacy profession.
Outside of work, Sarah has a passion for the outdoors and endurance sports, finding inspiration and balance in the natural beauty and challenges of British Columbia. Committed to culturally safe practices, Sarah integrates trauma-informed care into her work to foster an inclusive and supportive healthcare environment.
Rhea Everatt
Rhea Everatt is a dedicated clinical pharmacist with over 15 years of experience championing patient care and innovation in pharmacy practice. Since 2008, Rhea has worked in diverse settings, including community pharmacy, as a pharmacy manager, owner, a long-term care pharmacist, a preceptor, and specialized clinical roles. In each of these roles, she has prioritized public health and safety by implementing protocols to reduce medication errors and optimize therapeutic outcomes. She has also advocated for the adoption of evidence-based practices and participated in interprofessional collaborations to improve patient care across the continuum.
Rhea is a passionate advocate for expanding the role of pharmacists within an integrated healthcare team. She has actively contributed to policy development and quality improvement initiatives, serving on committees focused on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and professional standards.
Rhea is committed to learning about Indigenous knowledge, cultures and histories to further support ongoing efforts towards reconciliation and decolonization in healthcare.
Tamar Koleba
Tamar began practicing as a pharmacist in 2003. She graduated from the University of Alberta undergraduate pharmacy program and has completed graduate studies in clinical pharmacy and public administration. She has experience in community pharmacy, as an international pharmacy volunteer and currently works in the public healthcare system in the health authorities in the Lower Mainland of BC.
Tamar has come to recognize and appreciate the importance of healthcare regulators, working together with government, registrants, and other stakeholders, in responding to the evolving health care needs and concerns of British Columbians. She is pleased to contribute to this ongoing work as a member of the College of Pharmacists Board at a time when health professional regulation is changing, scope of practice is expanding, and the government and the public have increasing expectations of professionalism, accountability, value and safety in pharmacy practice in BC.
Sadie Quintal
Sadie is a Métis woman with roots in the Manito Sahkahigan (Lac Ste Anne) Métis community. Since 2021, she has resided and worked on the traditional territories of the K'ómoks First Nation in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. With 14 years of experience as a pharmacist, Sadie has served in diverse roles, including as a Pharmacy Officer in the Canadian Forces, a Clinical Pharmacist in both acute & primary care, and as a Pharmacy Site Coordinator for a rural hospital.
Passionate about public health and safety, Sadie brings a wealth of experience to her role as a CPBC board member. Her commitment to Indigenous health and wellness is evident in her work with the Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada and the UBC Indigenous Pharmacy Student Supports Committee. She also serves as a member of the Rural Health Providers’ Perspective Table, putting the need for improved healthcare access in rural communities at the forefront. Sadie's qualifications are further strengthened by governance training, project management certification, and public service financial training.
Eric Ewing, RPhT
Eric is an energetic and hardworking BC local with 7+ years of experience in pharmacy practice. After studying acting in the Bachelor of Fine Arts undergrad program at Simon Fraser University he enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician program at Vancouver Community College, graduating from that program in 2014 with a practicum at Royal Columbian Hospital pharmacy. He went on to work towards regulation at the Pharmacy Drug Distribution Center in Langley, becoming regulated later that same year. He then gained some specialized experience from BC Children’s & Women’s Hospital pharmacy before finding his home at Vancouver General Hospital where he currently works, and where he also serves on the Pharmacy JOHS Committee to improve workplace safety. He currently enjoys a varied technician role that also includes coverage at GF Strong Rehab Center and at UBC Hospital pharmacies, requiring travel to all three of these sites.
He brings this varied experience as well as his proven problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills to the board with him, which have previously been tested in various professional initiatives advocating for pharmacy personnel across British Columbia and as a frequent speaker at pharmacy technician continuing education events in the Lower Mainland. As a proud member of the LGBTQ2 community, Eric is excited to use his passions for equality and representation as well as his unique experience to bring as much perspective to the board as possible, and looks forward to the chance to further serve the people of British Columbia.
Brenda Isaac
Brenda Isaac, of Nlaka’pamux Nation descent from Lytton, British Columbia, is a retired Dental Therapist with a distinguished career dedicated to serving First Nations and Inuit communities across the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and British Columbia.
Over her 28-year career, Brenda spent the first 13 years delivering clinical dental services in rural and remote areas, followed by 15 years focusing primarily on preventive care. Her final nine years were with the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), where she played an integral role in advancing community-based oral health programs. In 2014, when dental therapists transitioned under the FNHA, they gained the ability to register with the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia (CDSBC)—a significant shift from the previous federal model, where registration was not required.
Brenda has had the honour of providing dental services to numerous nations, an experience that fostered her adaptability and deepened her appreciation for the diversity and resilience of Indigenous communities.
Beyond her clinical work, Brenda was a committed advocate for her colleagues. During her tenure at FNHA, she was elected to three terms with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), offering guidance and support to union members in accordance with the Collective Agreement. She also contributed her expertise as a member of the Negotiations Team, working to enhance and update the agreement on behalf of her peers.
Stephen Charles Learey
Stephen has a long history working for low income, marginalized urban populations. Most recently Stephen was Executive Director of the Strathcona Health Society which runs the Strathcona Community Dental Clinic serving children from low income families in Strathcona and the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. Previously he was Executive Assistant to the Mayor of Vancouver Larry Campbell and dealt with a multitude of community issues, representing the Mayor on occasion. Stephen was also the Executive Director of the Urban Community Development Unit (UCDU) with the Provincial Ministry of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services where he worked with community groups around British Columbia. The UCDC developed and funded innovative programs to address unemployment, housing and community development. Stephen has served on numerous non-profit and housing co-op boards such as Reach Community Health Centre, PHS Community Services Society and on the Vancouver Community College Board.
Leza Muir
With over 40 years in the benefits industry, Leza Muir has become a knowledgeable resource on private and public health care in Canada. Leza is committed to exploring better ways to serve the health needs of Canadians through cost-effective health care management. This includes researching and implementing various business and technological strategies that complement and enhance the delivery of health care solutions from the private payer perspective.
Leza’s wealth of knowledge comes from devoting her entire career to health care. Starting from within the ranks of the Medical Services Association, Leza has provided strategic innovation and direction in several positions, continually improving the patient experience throughout her rise to lead Pacific Blue Cross’ Operational divisions.
Leza holds positions on various national and provincial committees, including the Canadian Blue Cross Benefits, Claims and Service Team and is chair of Canadian Life and Health Insurance Group Insurance Commitee. Leza’s community work includes her position as a director and Vice Chair for Sharing our Future Foundation, a public representative on the College of Health and Care Professionals Quality Assurance Committee. Leza also served as a Director, and past chair for Burnaby Board of Trade from 2007 - 2025