Rick Hansen Foundation
France Gagnon has a diverse range of work experience. France worked as the Chief Financial Officer at the Rick Hansen Foundation from February 2017 onwards. Prior to that, they served as the Director of Finance and Housing at The New Vista Society from August 2015 to January 2017. France also worked as the Director of Finance and Administration at Variety - the children's charity from September 2014 to July 2015. France held multiple roles at RainCity Housing and Support Society, including Director of Finance from June 2012 to August 2014 and Finance Manager from July 2007 to June 2012. Before that, they were a Financial Officer at Burnaby Family Life from January 2007 to June 2007. France began their career as an Accountant at Westcoast Energy Inc., where they worked from 1995 to 2003.
France Gagnon completed their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Organizational Behaviour and Marketing from Simon Fraser University, from 1991 to 1994. Later, they pursued a Certified Management Accountants program and earned the CPA, CMA designation from 2011 to 2013.
Rick Hansen Foundation
The Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF) is a registered Canadian charity that breaks down barriers for people with disabilities by changing attitudes, creating accessible spaces and inspiring an inclusive society. Established in 1988, following the completion of Rick Hansen’s Man In Motion World Tour, the Foundation continues to raise funds and awareness to create a world without barriers for people with disabilities. Our goal is to create an inclusive world where people with disabilities can reach their full potential. Today, there are more than 1.3 billion people living in the world with some form of a disability, and the numbers are growing. Around the world, people with disabilities not only face physical barriers but also social, economic and attitudinal barriers. We provide solutions to achieve real change through collaboration, partnerships and teamwork. While we have made great strides towards creating an accessible and inclusive world, our work is not yet done. Join our global movement to liberate the amazing potential of people with disabilities and ensure that everyone has an equal chance at participating fully in life.