Coral Mackay
Director at Large
Coral is a proud K’ómoks First Nation member, born and raised in the Comox Valley. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies and Public Administration from the University of Victoria and works as an independent contractor, providing services in communications, policy development, planning, and research.
As a former Councillor for K’ómoks, Coral brings experience in governance, strategic planning, collaborative decision-making, and community engagement. She is passionate about environmental stewardship, Indigenous rights, and building strong, values-based relationships.
In her downtime, Coral enjoys cycling, reading, being out on the land, and cooking for her friends and family.
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