Laura Snow
President
Laura Snow was elected as President of the union in 2019. Laura notes, “As CEU President, I am proud to represent a Membership of almost 3000 dedicated professionals that work to improve workplace safety and provide support to injured workers all across British Columbia. Although newly elected to the role of President in November of 2019, I served the prior eight years as CEU Treasurer, and I have been involved with the Union in some capacity for almost 25 years.”
Howard Lin
Vice President
For the past 12 years, I am honoured to have contributed a positive environment at CEU. Before CEU, I spent a decade in financial services and obtained my MBA in OB/HR and strategic management.
- As Director and Claims Operation member, I make it a priority to hold our employer accountable to address emerging issues before serious matters arise.
- As Investment Committee member, I showcase my financial acumen in investment policy creations/revisions ensuring appropriate governance and financial stability.
- As Co-chair (JEDI Committee), I am your robust voice in keeping our employer responsible on the development and implementation of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion efforts.
- As Negotiation Team (2022) member, I sat at the bargaining table and brought forward comprehensive work-from-home language.
- As Secretary, I transformed CEU’s operations (AGM/Elections/Steward Seminars) to virtual settings ensuring business continuity during COVID.
- As Shop Steward and Chair-of-Shop Stewards (2017-2018), I have gained valuable insights in Prevention (PFS) operation where I have successfully protected and advanced our rights.
As your Vice President, my first-year focus is ensuring our contract negotiation reflects our needs such as work-from-home, psychological safety and workload management. My second-year focus is to strengthen our internal communication by fostering engagement via soliciting your feedback to build a stronger, more transparent and inclusive Union.ers.
Michael Hess
Treasurer
There is an amazing diversity of many voices in our CEU membership. Together we are stronger.
Michael has been:
- a CEU member since January 2000;
- a CEU Shop Steward 2006 – 2011;
- a CEU Executive Director 2011 – 2019; and
- a CEU Treasurer 2019 – Current.
- Joint Workload Committee;
- Joint Mental Health Committee; and
- Joint CEU/WCB WES/Claims Committee
Michael has twice served on the Negotiating Team and achieved gains in our 2014 – 2019 and 2019 – 2020 Collective Agreements.
As CEU Treasurer, Michael is Chairperson of both:
- the Finance Committee – preparing and monitoring the annual operational budget of your union; and
- the Investment Committee – ensuring your Surplus and Defense Funds are prudently invested.
Michael comments, “With a heart of service to you, I embrace the fiduciary responsibility of being entrusted with the care of your CEU funds and property with a view to continually financially strengthen us in the years to come.”
More about the Finance and Investment Committees, and the Treasurer’s responsibilities →
Erin Guy
Secretary
Erin strongly believes in the power of collective work. With a foundation of integrity, accountability, honesty and earned trust, she understands that we can collectively strengthen the equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplaces.
Erin has worked in three regional offices as an Occupational Hygiene Officer giving her an opportunity to better understand regional issues and our provincial workplaces.
Erin served as a Shop Steward and has earned the trust and respect of her colleagues as she confidentially navigated processes to support colleagues in tough times.
As a life-long learner, Erin has attended BC Federation of Labour Conference (2020) and participated in training sessions for CLC Women in Leadership (2020) and CLC Membership Engagement (2021). Erin brings valuable skills and enthusiasm to the Executive Committee and is committed to ensuring member engagement from every corner of the province to both defend our current rights and advocate for workplace improvements.
Linda LaRose
Director
Linda has been a CEU Member since 2018, holding several positions: Office Assistant III, Service Coordinator, Adjudicator, Senior Adjudicator, and now Case Manager.
While achieving her own goals she has dedicated the last 5 years to our Members: being twice-elected as a Shop Steward, holding a 2-year term on the JOHSC, is a CEU Delegate to our local Labour Council, NOLC, and promotes connections with each other via our Social Committee. In these roles she has advocated for fair, safe, and equitable practices across ALL departments — like ensuring safety considerations/OT for traveling Prevention Officers are appropriately addressed or pushing for safe/supportive work considerations for roles supporting mental health/vulnerable claimants.
Kim Stubbs
Director
I believe in a work environment that is engaging, rewarding, and safe. A place where each of us can make a difference because we are remarkable professionals. My goal is to protect that environment.
With 25 years at WorkSafeBC, including 9 years as a CEU Shop Steward, I’ve built a deep understanding of our organization and a strong commitment to workers’ rights. I started in Information Technology, then moved into health and safety as a Safety Advisor and have always focused on supporting you and your work. Today, I work in Prevention, helping shape safety culture across BC.
I’ve served on the Richmond Joint Health and Safety Committee, been an advisor to all area office JHSCs, and worked as a First Aid Attendant. I’ve also shared laughter and camaraderie in many WorkSafeBC social activities like dragon boat, WorkSafeBC flashmob, and Looney Tunes – because connection matters!
These experiences have given me a broad perspective and a strong network. I’ve learned strength lies in our relationships and our commitment to each other.
Over the years, I’ve listened to your concerns, celebrated your wins, and felt the weight of your challenges. Your stories, your strength, and your perseverance inspire me. I want to bring those voices forward—with integrity, empathy, and purpose.
I want to protect what we’ve built and help shape what comes next. Let’s build a workplace where we can thrive.
Kerry-Ann Herron
Director
Kerry-Ann began her career in 1988 at WCB and today serves as a Client Service Representative in Teleclaims.
Kerry-Ann’s interest in Union activities began when she participated in the 1989 CEU Collective Agreement Strike. She became a Shop Steward in 2016 and was elected as a CEU Director in 2020.
Kerry-Ann has had the privilege to represent the CEU membership at various levels. It is important to her to listen to, represent and fight hard for all CEU members. She has a lot to offer and recognizes this as her opportunity to step up and increase her involvement in representing the membership at the CEU executive table.
James Morrison
Director
James was hired as a Case Manager in the Victoria office in 2004 and soon became active with the CEU as a shop steward. Prior to WCB, James was a director of another union, learning leadership experience in contract negotiations, strategic communication, and pension administration.
As a steward for Victoria since 2004, James has dedicated his union efforts to addressing the myriad challenges within the office, including workload, health of CEU members, organizational culture, and corporate leadership. James advocated for members by direct discussion and the resolution of grievances with the employer, as well as facilitated workplace meditations.
From 2005 to 2020, James worked with the WCB Superannuation Plan. Initially as the CEU Observer, then the role of Trustee/Pension Committee member in 2008, representIng the plan members interests.
James served as an Executive Director from 2019 to 2024, during which he was actively engaged in the Joint Mental Health Committee, the Joint Workload Committee, the Joint Drug and Alcohol Committee, the BC Federation of Labour Political Action Committee, the Victoria Labour Council, and the Executive team for the CEU.
James was a member of the Collective Agreement Team in both 2019/20 and 2022/2023, and he is currently on the negotiating team for the 2025 contract.
James is a strong, articulate advocate for the equitable treatment of all CEU members at WCB, with extensive experience in leadership and team roles that foster positive transformation and tangible results.
James and his partner live in Victoria BC.
Colin Holt
Director
Colin has been a Case Manager at WorkSafeBC since 2001 and currently works out of the Kamloops office. He has served as a Shop Steward in Kamloops and was a Member at Large on the Negotiating Committee for the recently negotiated contract. It is important to Colin that members’ rights in the collective agreement are upheld. It is an honour for him to serve the members in this role and to help ensure that the union is effective and efficient in its service to members.
Kelly Belleza
Chair, Shop Stewards
I believe in the power of stewards to strengthen and shape our union. Stewards are the frontline of advocacy and connection for members, and thrive with consistent support, resources, and opportunities.
Over the past two years working as Vice Chair of the Shop Stewards, I’ve gained valuable insight into the many ways stewards can be supported and empowered. This has fueled my passion for building systems of education, mentorship, and collective contributions; systems that ensure every steward feels confident, connected, and prepared to lead.
In my professional life as an educator, I work to uplift groups of people in their own advancement, and I see strong parallels to this role. I’ve also expanded my union involvement through the Joint Health and Safety Committee in Richmond and as Chair of the Women and Gender Rights Committee. These roles have deepened my understanding of how advocacy, collaboration, and structured supports create lasting improvements for members.
As Chair of Shop Stewards, I will work to:
- Expand education and training opportunities
- Build stronger peer support and mentorship networks
- Ensure stewards’ voices are heard and valued at every level
By strengthening our stewards, we strengthen our entire union. With passion, experience, and a commitment to collective growth, I am honoured to serve as your Chair of Shop Stewards.
For a current list of Shop Stewards click here