Mari was raised in Outlook and joined the Small Steps team in 2018 as an educator, and moved into the Assistant Director position in April 2024. She obtained her ECE Level III certificate in 2024 and her diploma in Early Learning and Child Care, with Distinction. Mari became the Centre Director in 2025 and continues to lead our team of motivated staff while providing a safe and welcoming environment for children in the newly expanded facility. Mari engages in many types of professional development and is especially passionate about music and outdoor education.

Eddy is a rancher and local businessman. Together, he and his wife Megan raise their young family south of Outlook. His family has maintained deep roots in the community since its inception. Before returning home to farm with his parents and wife, he worked throughout Western Canada for several Oil and Gas and EPCM companies. He is an active member of the community serving on other local boards, joining the SSELC Board in 2022. Eddy is excited and happy to be a part of bringing a project like the SSELC expansion to the community.

Arielle joined the Board of Directors in 2024. She moved to Outlook in 2012 and lives with her spouse and 4 children. Arielle has managed the Co-op Grocery Department for the last 9 years and holds a Certificate in Accounting and Bookkeeping. She and her husband also own their own business. All of their children have attended SSELC in the past, and two children still attend currently. Arielle volunteers at many community events and sits as Secretary on the Outlook Riverbank Rodeo Board.

Arielle joined the SSELC Board to be more involved with her children’s care and activities at the Centre and to actively help fundraise for the beautiful expansion.

Kalene joined the board in 2024. She lives in Outlook with her husband and young children. Kalene obtained an Agribusiness diploma from the University of Saskatchewan and spent 5 years working in Agriculture retail. Alongside her husband, she now provides agronomic consultation on their multigenerational farm and to other local farming operations. Kalene joined the board to assist with the ongoing expansion efforts to bring more childcare to the community and to help ensure the continued success of a critical service in our community.

Madelein is a mother of a 9 year old boy and the board’s most recent addition who arrived in March 2025. She is also a dedicated professional with extensive experience in the agricultural sector, with a defined expertise in Human Resource Management and Occupational Health and Safety. With a strong background in conflict resolution, safety compliance, and legal standards, Madelein provides guidance to ensure SSELC operates at the highest level of safety and care standards. After joining the board in early 2025, Madelein plans to enrich the environment for our young children- our future leaders.

Janay is new to the community of Outlook since moving to the area with her young family in 2019. She has a Master of Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a minor in Business Administration. Janay has work experience in management, physical activity program planning, and large-scale sports events coordination, as well as volunteer experience with literacy programs, sports programs, coaching, and health-related non-profits. Over the years, she has seen immense community involvement and has become eager to contribute.

Lindsay and her husband have lived in Outlook for the last 8 years with their young children. Lindsay has worked in the financial Industry for 11 years. She holds a Certified Financial Planner and Personal Financial Planner designation, is IIROC securities licensed, and is currently employed as a Wealth Planner focusing on Agricultural Estate and Succession planning. Lindsay joined the board in 2021 with the goal of being more involved with her children who attend the Small Steps Early Learning Centre.