Our Team
Paul Peters
paul@tcealtona.ca | (204) 216-1788
Executive DirectorPaul brings a strong background in team building, community development, and supporting grassroots initiatives. In his spare time, he loves exploring the outdoors with his 3 kids, photographing wildlife, or surfing any wave he can find.
Known for his collaborative leadership style, Paul is deeply committed to fostering inclusive programming and strengthening local partnerships. With longstanding personal ties to Altona and the Municipality of Rhineland, he is passionate about building vibrant, community‑driven solutions. Paul’s vision and energy continue to guide The Community Exchange toward meaningful and sustainable growth.
Community Market CoordinatorMarina Ermosa
A born-and-raised Russian, who spent much of her life exploring sales in pharmaceutical companies, has been involved in work with people, marketing, and a little digital.
After moving to Canada, Marina worked some casual jobs, and now as the Community Market and Volunteer Coordinator for TCE.
Marina can usually be found making sure the people who come to TCE are well fed! Don't hesitate to drop by and say hello!
Community Connections CoordinatorSusie Fisher
Susie’s work is focused on building relationships, supporting community members, and connecting individuals to one another and to valuable resources. She finds joy in helping create community spaces where all are welcome.
Susie is married to local potter, Shaun Dyck. They are parents to Margot, a busy two-year old kiddo. In her spare time (which is few and far between, these days...), Susie enjoys reading, gardening, and film photography.
kayla@tcealtona.ca | (204) 216-1577
AccountingSheila Klassen
Sheila does the books for The Community Exchange and is grateful and proud to be part of a team of beautiful people, doing such amazing work for the community.
Outside of her work with TCE, she enjoys having opportunity to be outside in nature and spending time with her family and friends.
Kayla Giesbrecht
Administrator
Rose Mukarurangwa
Bio coming soon!
Janitorial StaffKayla loves the work she gets to do everyday at TCE and the people she gets to work with. You can find her mostly behind the computer organizing the daily ongoings of TCE, but her favourite part of her job is getting to connect and build relationships with people in the community.
Kayla and her husband, Kevin, have two energetic boys. She loves spending time coaching and watching her kids activities, exploring new places, and keeping active in various sports.
Transportation Pilot Program
In partnership with the Town of Altona
Daphne Cole
Transportation Pilot Program DriverBio coming soon!
Helga Jungbluth
Transportation Pilot Program Coordinator(204) 312-1417
Helga loves her work as the Transportation Coordinator. She spends her days organizing and giving rides to residents of Altona. “It feels good knowing I can help people in the community, and I appreciate how thankful they are.”
When Helga’s not working, she likes spending time with her family and friends.
CommUNITY Support Team
In partnership with MB Justice Department and Border Land School Division
Lisa Peters
Bio coming soon!
WRAP Coordinator
Diana Wiebe
Diana works part time as a counsellor with the CommUNITY Program. After years of working in public-facing roles, she now enjoys connecting with people one on one.
In her personal life, Diana loves spending time with family and friends. She is often outdoors and likes to camp, travel or go on other mini adventures. At home, she enjoys quiet time in her backyard, listening to birds and watching the sky.
Mental Health Counsellor
Mental Health FacilitatorHesti Steenkamp
Bio coming soon!