She brings over 30 years of facilitation experience in Occupational First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Instructional Skills, leadership and curriculum development. Volunteerism has played a strong role in her life having volunteered with Search and Rescue, St. John Ambulance, Scouts and Girl Guides Canada. Romy is a recipient of the queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal for having made significant contributions to British Columbia as a Cadet Instructor working with youth for 25 years.