Meet our team
The CFA Nanaimo team is made up of passionate and committed professionals from diverse backgrounds who work closely with local partners to provide quality services. Each member brings their own personality, energy, and creativity to ensure that newcomers feel welcome and supported.
Nawal Lasfar
CFA Nanaimo Coordination
Please contact me with any questions related to project coordination, community activity organization, local partner support, or new initiative development. I am originally from Morocco and
arrived in Canada with my family over twenty years ago. I have been able to fully integrate into Canadian culture while preserving my roots, particularly through the rich Moroccan culinary traditions that I love to share. Driven by a genuine passion for organizing events and community activities, I am committed to creating opportunities for people to come together, fostering social connections and a sense of belonging within the community.
Ray Indoo
CFA Nanaimo Liaison Officer
Are you new to Nanaimo? Contact me and let me help you get settled!
My immigration journey to Canada began in 2021 when I left Mauritius to pursue my university studies. It has been both challenging and rewarding as I have integrated into a new country, a new culture, and a new language. Each step has taught me valuable lessons, and I am proud of how far I have come and all that I have accomplished!
Pauline Maerten
Communications Manager
Please contact me for any questions regarding communications, media relations, information dissemination, event promotion, and visual media.
Originally from the mountains of France, my journey as a Canadian immigrant seems to be linked to islands: after spending time on Prince Edward Island on a working holiday visa, I headed to the other side of the country to discover Vancouver Island!