About our Team
Corrine L. Guerra Mella
Corrine is the Founder and Executive Director of R.O.A.R., leading programs, services, and community partnerships across the Okanagan and Gitxsan territories. She oversees outreach operations, housing and recovery navigation, and frontline support for individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use concerns, grounded in compassionate, trauma-informed, culturally safe care.
With over 15 years of experience in peer navigation, harm reduction, and systems navigation, Corrine has supported thousands of individuals in accessing detox, treatment, housing, cultural healing, and recovery services. She has also spearheaded major community initiatives, including the International Overdose Awareness Day Round Dance.
Corrine is attending the University of Victoria, pursuing her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Advancing Reconciliation to strengthen her leadership, organizational development, and commitment to meaningful systemic change.
A proud Gitxsan woman, Corrine leads through culture, ceremony, and lived experience, ensuring R.O.A.R. remains Indigenous-led, inclusive, and rooted in healing for the next seven generations.
Roy W. Guerra Mella, MACP
Roy W. Guerra Mella is a Clinical Counsellor with over 21 years of experience in mental health, trauma work, and holistic Indigenous-aligned wellness. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and has extensive experience delivering workshops, training sessions, and supervising practicum and internship students across multiple disciplines.
Roy is known for his trauma-informed, holistic approach, working at the intersection where Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence meet—bringing together science, best practices, and traditional knowledge. His counselling philosophy is rooted in dignity, strength, and cultural worldview: every one of his clients is a hero, not a victim or tragedy.
His work supports emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual balance, helping individuals and families reclaim wellness through culturally respectful, clinically grounded care.
Shannon Isnardy
My name is Shannon Isnardy. I am a Tsilhqot’in, Cree, and Shuswap woman with a deep passion for nature and culture. I grew up in the system and faced many struggles as a teenager and young adult. Through hard work and determination, I have committed myself to breaking negative cycles so I can be the best version of myself for my children, family, and community.
I have always felt a strong calling to help my fellow Indigenous community members and anyone who may need support. Today, I am grateful and proud to be in a position where I can help connect local Indigenous youth, families, and adults to culture, land, and spirit.
I wear my heart on my sleeve and give my full effort to helping people recognize their strength and see their true potential.
When you don’t see me out in community, you will usually find me out on the land with my boys and my partner — fishing, hunting, foraging, and exploring the beautiful Syilx territory.
Sechanalyagh!