"Telling our Story" is part of CFBC’s celebration of 40 years in British Columbia! General Manager of CF Fraser Fort George, Anna Duff, shares why she got involved with CF and how her team serves clients and communities throughout Prince George, Mackenzie, and the Robson Valley.
How many staff does your CF have?
8
How many volunteers does your CF have?
12+
What brought you to CF as a General Manager?
Personally and professionally, I am passionate about supporting the people and communities in the place I live. Physical place is the literal common ground that brings us all together and I feel responsible for making sure my presence in the place is beneficial and allows me to care for and support others. Leading CFFFG provides me with the opportunity and resources to support the entrepreneurs and businesses in our service region, while also keeping the broader community impact in mind. This position has introduced me to so many incredible, passionate people who are diligently working to fulfill their passions and serve their community - and it's endlessly inspiring.
What services, projects, or initiatives does your office offer directly?
- Loans
- Micro-loans
- Self-employment Program
- Workshops or Webinars
- Consulting, Coaching, or Advising
What are you most proud of about how your office supports your community?
I'm so proud of the diligent approach everyone connected with our office takes in supporting our community. From volunteers to staff, we are keen to come alongside entrepreneurs where they are, offer support, and celebrate their successes.
What might surprise people to know about your office? What else would you like people to know about what you do and who you are?
This summer, we met the people in our communities by hosting 'Campfire with Community Futures' in two communities and an 'End of Summer Social' in front of our office building, which included closing down a lane of traffic!
What's on the horizon in your CF that excites you? Or for the CF organization as a whole?
I'm really excited by how people are seeking to come together for the benefit of their community and I see our CF in having a significant role to make connections and facilitate conversations so together we can do more for our community.
What do you think are the greatest strengths of CF as an organization/network?
The people!
What do you wish more people knew about CF as an organization?
How caring and passionate staff and volunteers are about their responsibilities.
What motivates you to stay on with Community Futures?
The continued opportunity to support people, business and community.
Connect with this Office
Website: CFDC.bc.ca
