Beyond The Lair
Beyond The Lair
Michelle Laviolette from Vancity
The importance of relationship building, teamwork and promoting programs that support financial literacy, entrepreneurism and affordable housing. A spotlight on Vancity's new program - The Wealth Mindset Program.
Michelle, Director of Indigenous Banking at Vancity, drives Reconciliation efforts and fosters partnerships with Indigenous members, organizations, and communities. With a background in various management roles at Vancity, Michelle has led initiatives like opening a remote branch in Alert Bay with the ‘Namgis First Nation. Married to a member of the Northwest Territory Métis Nation and with distant Ojibway ancestry, she is dedicated to embedding Reconciliation into Vancity’s values. Residing in South Delta, Michelle is active on environmental and cultural boards and enjoys time on the Fraser River and supporting her children’s sports.