Our Team
Jane Cheng
President
Jane Cheng had experience in teaching, training, HR and administrative management in China. She immigrated to Canada in 2003 and worked at the ASSIST Community Services Centre in various capacities for 15 years. She received her Career Development Diploma from the Concordia University and achieved her designation as a Certified Career Development Professional with her strong knowledge and rich experience in the field. She created ICAN Seniors WeChat Online Learning program in 2017 to help seniors with multiple barriers for their integration. She retired in 2018 and is currently volunteering with the ICAN Seniors Association.
Grace Li
Vice President
Grace Li currently works at MacEwan University and has long been committed to community building and volunteer service. Since the establishment of ICAN Seniors Association, she has actively contributed to the organization's growth and development through various programs and initiatives. She has served as a Board Member, Secretary, and President of ICANSA, and holds a Master's degree in Communication from Peking University.
Joyce Zhang
Treasurer
Moving to Canada 12 years ago and has been calling Edmonton home since, Joyce enjoys her life in Canadian way – camping in the summer and skiing in the winter. Joyce is currently the Controller at Salisbury Greenhouse, Salisbury landscaping & Salisbury at Enjoy. She brings 10+ years of financial management experience in the private, public and nonprofit sectors, with a focus on financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Joyce obtained her CPA, CMA designation in 2014. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve the organization and ensure it is financially healthy to continue serving more seniors.
Cheney Fang
Secretary
Cheney (Cheng) Fang has over 10 years of commercial operations and management experience with well-known multinational corporations, with extensive expertise in the chemical, materials, and construction industries. With strong experience in market development, strategic growth, and cross-functional team collaboration. Holds degrees in Chemical Engineering and Business Administration (MBA). Actively participated in community and organizational activities since immigrating to Canada in 2025, is passionate about public service, and is committed to contributing to the growth and development of the association.
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Wendy Chen
Director
I have a diverse professional background, including engineering, teaching, and Portuguese translation. Since 2019, I have been volunteering at ICANSA, where I teach computer skills. Through my work at ICANSA, I have experienced significant personal and professional growth. I find great joy in interacting with the elderly and am passionate about making a positive impact in their lives.
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Bruce Pickett
Director
Bruce was born and educated in Edmonton, Alberta. He has graduated from the U of A, Athabasca University, NAIT, and MacEwan University, as well as holds numerous professional designations. Bruce works for the government of Canada and has worked in various departments including Employment and Immigration Canada, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, and the past 23 years with Indigenous Services Canada. Bruce has been doing volunteer work for over twenty years and currently sits on three Boards including the ICAN Seniors Association. Bruce was in China (Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Huangshan, Shenyang, Dandong, Dalian, Benxi, etc.) in 2017, 2021 and 2023, and absolutely loves it there. He looks forward to going back.
Mei Lin
Director
Mei has over 15 years of experience in community and social services, providing direct customer service to diverse and vulnerable groups. She worked in various positions at ASSIST Community Services Center and is currently working as an Employment and Career Counselor for the Government of Alberta. Mei's passion for helping others and commitment to community service make her a trusted advocate for those in need, and she is dedicated to making a positive impact on her community.
Dr. Haidong Liang
Advisor
Haidong Liang is a gerontologist who devoted all of his three degrees in Canada to Physical Activity, Recreation and Gerontology. He has also gained his reputation as an innovative practitioner who is dedicated to helping seniors achieve healthy aging in communities. As one of the very few immigrant senior centre Executive Directors in Alberta, Dr. Liang has brought 12 years of gerontology research expertise to the senior sector and has created a unique game changer “WeSeniors.ca platform” to actively connect seniors to services provided by the public, private and non-profit sectors. In 2019, Dr. Liang was named by Avenue Magazine as one of the Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40. Also, his organization Westend Seniors Activity Centre won the 2019 Minister’s Seniors Service Award, one of only two organizations Alberta wide to be so honored.
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