
Meet the Team
At Better Not Bitter Society, we are a welcoming and inclusive organization guided by shared values, collaboration, and community care. Our work is strengthened by dedicated staff, volunteers, board members, and an Executive Advisory Committee who bring diverse perspectives, expertise, and lived experience.
Together, we work collaboratively to deliver community-based programs that strengthen resilience, promote mental well-being, and foster meaningful connection across communities.
Our programs and services are intentionally designed to be inclusive and accessible, with a focus on supporting individuals from equity-seeking, marginalized, and underrepresented communities.
We are committed to ensuring that every person we engage feels heard, respected, and supported, and that diverse voices meaningfully inform our work and impact.
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Mariat Jibril. She/Her
Founder & Executive Director
Mariat Jibril has been recognized for her leadership, community impact, and commitment to equity, inclusion, and mental well-being.
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Executive MBA, Athabasca University, Alberta
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Qualified Life Coach | Trauma-Informed Practitioner | GBA Plus Trained
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100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women Honouree (2026)
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BC Business Women Leader of the Year (2025)
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YWCA Women of Distinction Award – Finalist (2024 & 2025)
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CGLCC Business Advocate – Finalist (2022 & 2023)
Mariat is an executive visionary leader with a strong track record in community building, DEIB leadership, and mental health awareness. Her work focuses on translating lived experience into inclusive programs and initiatives that strengthen resilience, equity, and collective well-being.
Executive Advisory Members

Dami Gittens CFP®, CIM®, CLU® She/Her
Wealth Advisor | Client Relationship Manager
Nicola Wealth






