Twilla Maybury (she/her)

My name is Twilla Maybury, and I have been a proud member of Beaver Creek Housing Co operative for more than fourteen years. Moving into the co op remains one of the best decisions I have made for myself and my children. They have grown up embracing co op values, and I have gained countless skills that have shaped me both personally and professionally. Co op living and advocacy are true passions of mine, and I am confident in my ability to champion and support our movement.

Over the past decade, I have served on Beaver Creek’s Board of Directors in several leadership roles, including President, Vice President, and Corporate Secretary. As President, I chaired meetings and helped guide key decisions that strengthened our community. As Vice President, I supported the President to ensure the board functioned smoothly and effectively. In my role as Corporate Secretary, I maintained accurate and timely records of board meetings, decisions, and actions. These experiences have deepened my understanding of governance and strengthened my commitment to cooperative principles.

I am always ready to contribute wherever I am needed. I participate actively in community events, including workdays, and have served on multiple committees—maintenance, social, and step out. These roles have given me the confidence to take on challenging tasks and see them through with dedication and care.

Education has always been important to me. I hold a Bachelor of Applied Science and am currently working toward my Master’s degree, continuing to build the knowledge and skills that support my leadership and community work. I have also taken part in many workshops and training sessions offered by the Central Ontario Co operative Housing Federation (COCHF) and CHF Canada. I bring what I learn back to my co op, helping strengthen our community through shared knowledge and best practices.

Creativity is another part of who I am. As an artist who works with a variety of mediums, I enjoy bringing people together through creative expression. I have hosted several art workshops for my co op, creating opportunities for members to connect, learn, and explore their own creativity.

I am also proud to be completing my third term on the COCHF Board of Directors, where I have served as both Vice President and President. This experience has given me valuable insight into the broader co op housing sector and strengthened my ability to collaborate with fellow board members. I have contributed to strategic planning, participated in hiring processes, and helped plan our AGM and ABM events. Whenever support is needed, I am always willing to step forward.

I ask for your vote in the upcoming election. As a long standing co op member with deep experience in the housing sector, I am committed to representing the wishes of our community and supporting strong, democratic governance. If elected, I will work to ensure that members’ voices are heard, respected, and reflected in the decisions that shape our future.