Claire Butler J.d.

Claire is a legislative analyst with the Ministry of Children and Family Development in Victoria B.C. Before joining the BC Public Service, Claire worked a family lawyer in Vancouver, B.C. Claire holds a Law degree from Thompson Rivers University and completed her undergraduate degree in English at the University of Victoria. After finishing her undergrad and spending three months in Southeast Asia, Claire returned to Victoria and got involved with ICO’s Communications Centre. She soon became the Editor of the website and a Team Leader in Communications. Before being called to the Bar of British Columbia, Claire provided pro bono advocacy services through Access Pro Bono’s Mental Health Program, representing psychiatric patients at tribunal hearings. Claire also volunteered as a pro bono lawyer with Access Pro Bono’s Residential Tenancy Program, Summary Advice Program, and Employment Standards Tribunal Program, and provided representation to low income members of her community.

Claire is passionate about advocacy and social development and has a strong background in writing, research, and applied ethics. Claire is sharing her talents and values as a Director of the Foundation. Claire enjoys fine arts, music, travel, yoga and volunteer work.