MaryLyn brings nursing experience spanning direct care, clinical education, and healthcare leadership to her work at Pioneer Community Living Association. She began her nursing career in the Philippines in 2006 as a dialysis nurse before moving to Canada in 2007.

In British Columbia, MaryLyn worked in nursing areas such as long-term care, ventilator care, tertiary mental health, orthopaedics, and trauma. She also worked asa clinical instructor and educator. After moving to Edmonton, she held care leadership roles and also worked in case management. She later returned to British Columbia to join PCLA.

These experiences have shaped MaryLyn’s approach to leadership, grounded in compassion, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. She believes that a supportive work environment is essential to delivering quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

MaryLyn values creating a culture where team members feel supported, empowered to take ownership of their responsibilities, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. She believes meaningful progress comes from working together with a shared purpose, remaining open to feedback, and committing to ongoing improvement.