BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Larry Thomas

Retired Fire Chief,
Surrey Fire Service
Chair,
Director since 2006

“I grew up in Surrey, worked in Surrey my entire life, and have a great passion for Surrey as a community. I have observed dramatic growth in the city’s population over the past few decades. I give my time to the foundation board of directors because I believe a thriving community must have strong healthcare services and strong healthcare advocates. The foundation provides amazing opportunities to enhance healthcare for Surrey and the residents south of the Fraser River.”

Jacy J. Wingson, KC

Partner, McQuarrie Hunter LLP
Vice-Chair,
Director since 1997

“I was drawn to volunteer for the Surrey Hospitals Foundation Board during the Children’s Health Centre campaign. I was compelled to do so to ensure that families south of the Fraser River with children who needed hospital care would not also have to bear the burden of significant travel, while still having to attend to the day-to-day needs of the rest of their families.

The Foundation plays a vital role in ensuring that the equipment and programs available for residents are quite simply ‘state of the art’. It is the difference between providing something acceptable and something exceptional, so that Surrey is a leader in the region in providing care to residents south of the Fraser River. The parallel growth between this region and the foundation over the years is truly inspirational.“

Jason Boyer

Partner, PwC Canada,
Treasurer,
Director since 2025

“I felt a calling to serve an organization supporting life-changing health care. As a resident of Surrey, I see the need for innovative, life-changing health care for the families and residents in my local community. As a professional accountant and long-serving board member of other charities, I hope that my financial and business expertise will benefit the board.

I’m excited to work with the tremendous team at SHF and to collaborate with the all-star finance committee! Ultimately, I hope to find ways to make a lasting impact in the community.”

Harp Dhillon

Harp Dhillon Group of RBC Dominion Securities
Past Chair,
Director since 2014

“I volunteer on the board of Surrey Hospitals Foundation because I am deeply committed to our community’s well-being. I believe that by collaborating and leading together, we can create a stronger, healthier future for generations to come. My expertise in wealth management and financial stewardship allows me to contribute my skills towards enhancing fundraising and efficiently managing resources to support healthcare initiatives in our community.”

Ashish Arora

Regional Vice President at BMO Financial Group,
Director since 2024

“My connection to Surrey Memorial Hospital is deeply personal—both of my children were born there, and my family has benefited from the care and dedication of its staff over the years. Living in Surrey, I’ve seen firsthand how vital the hospital is to our growing and diverse community. Serving on the Foundation’s Finance Committee gave me insight into the incredible work being done behind the scenes to support innovation and excellence in health care. Joining the board felt like a natural next step—a way to give back and help attract top health care talent to Surrey, ensuring that our city continues to thrive with world-class medical care. It’s a privilege to contribute to a cause that directly impacts the lives of so many, including my own.”

Barinder Bhullar

Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Brains Bioceutical Corp.,
Director since 2025

“I was born at Surrey Memorial Hospital, as were my wife and children, and today we are raising our young family in Surrey. This community has shaped who I am, and I want to give back by helping strengthen health care for families in Surrey. As Surrey has grown into one of Canada’s most dynamic cities, we need to ensure our health care and infrastructure grow with it. SHF provides an incredible platform to make that happen.”

Paul Deol

President, Catalyst Engineering Inc.,
Director since 2018

“Coming from a design and construction background, I’m always looking for creative and practical ways to bring value to my clients — and I try to bring that same mindset to the Foundation. I like finding smart, efficient ways to make things happen and ensure every initiative really counts.

Plus, my mom is a donor to the Foundation. It’s a great reminder that every dollar comes from someone who believes in what we’re doing, and I feel a real responsibility to make sure those funds are put to the best possible use for patients, staff, and our community.”

Kirk Fisher

CEO, Lark Group and HealthTech Connex Inc.,
Director since 2025

“I’ve been a resident of Surrey for over 50 years. With our development located beside Surrey Memorial Hospital and our cancer foundation raising money for cancer over the past 27 years, we’ve built a strong connection to both the hospital and the Foundation. The moment I was asked to join the board, I was excited and immediately agreed. As Surrey is poised to become the largest city in British Columbia, it’s time for the Foundation to take on an even greater role in our community—and I hope to help support that growth.”

Richard Fung

Pharmacist Owner, Shoppers Drug Mart,
Director since 2025

“As a community pharmacist who’s been practicing in Surrey for over 10 years, I see every day how much strong, reliable hospital care matters to people and families in our area. The foundation’s mission really speaks to me about supporting health close to home, and that’s something I’m both professionally connected to and personally passionate about.”

Randeep Gill

Assistant Professor Emergency Medicine, UBC,
Director since 2015

Ron Knight

Director since 1999

“I’ve lived in Surrey the majority of my life, graduating from QE in 1971. My four children were born at Surrey Memorial and over the years have experienced care that was noticeably compassionate and caring. When I had the opportunity to join the Board it seemed like a great way to give back and over the years, I’ve been so fortunate to engage with so many amazing health care professionals, foundation staff and donors, all committed to making a difference!”

Nancy McNeill

Senior Vice President - Operations, Coast Capital Savings,
Director since 2019

Sumeet Sangha

Partner, MNP,
Director since 2025

“I grew up in Surrey and have a deep, personal connection to Surrey Memorial Hospital (SMH). I lived just 15 minutes away, attended nearby schools, my wife worked there as a nurse, and both of our children were born at SMH. Those experiences inspired me to give back in a meaningful way. 

I hope to help generate momentum in community outreach and help chart a clear path toward ambitious goals that translate into tangible benefits for Surrey’s patients, care teams, and health organizations. Ultimately, I want to help ensure that donor investments are turned into “better care, better access and better outcomes” for our region.”

Marten Van Huizen

Partner, Field & Marten Associates
Director since 2022

“We have high expectations for the health care system and often forget that there are people behind it doing extraordinary things. After receiving wonderful care from the thoracic surgical team at Surrey Memorial, my wife Ruth and I wanted to give back — to help out as best we could with the talents and expertise we had at our disposal. I’m grateful to serve on the Foundation’s Board of Directors as another way to give back to our community, help patients recover more quickly, and support a health care system that has given us so much.”

Harry Bains

Councillor, City of Surrey
Ex-Officio since 2023

“I joined Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s Board of Directors, as the City of Surrey’s representative, to help make a difference in our community. I grew up in Surrey and have a deep passion for the well-being of its residents. The Foundation’s mission resonates deeply with me because I believe that our residents deserve the best health care possible. Through my experiences in both my public role as a City Councillor and my private role as a lawyer in private practice, I hope to bring fresh perspective and meaningful impact to the Board and the Foundation’s work.”

Rich Dillon

Executive Director, Surrey Memorial Hospital
Ex-Officio since 2025

“With the rapid growth of Surrey and the surrounding communities, there is an increasing importance to ensure robust and accessible health care services. The partnership between our health care teams and the Surrey Hospitals Foundation ensures the continuity of essential health services in Surrey and also provides us an opportunity to advance our clinical programs, invest in cutting-edge technology and equipment, and strategically plan for the future of health care delivery at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

 As a healthcare leader, involvement with the Surrey Hospitals Foundation gives me the opportunity to support the health and well-being of one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most diverse communities and provides an avenue to highlight the remarkable work being done at Surrey Memorial Hospital.”