Our Team

Brooklyn Peariso, Coordinator (Vancouver Island) | Tailgate Toolkit Project

Brooklyn joined the VICA team in 2024 as the Harm Reduction Coordinator for the Vancouver Island region. She is an outgoing individual who has a strong passion for the Mental Health field. Her degree in Psychology allows for Brooklyn to take a preventative and holistic approach in helping the community. In her time off, Brooklyn enjoys doing yoga and spending time with her family and friends.

Greg Hemminger, Coordinator (Lower Mainland) | Tailgate Toolkit Project

Over the last four years Greg has been an active part of the mental health and addictions community across the greater Vancouver area. He has served as a board member for the Maple Ridge Treatment Centre running biweekly support groups for men in early recovery. He also created the Fun in Recovery Program which accompanies clients to community outings such as sporting events to show clients that there is a new world awaiting them outside of addiction. Greg’s background includes diplomas in Community Support Work, Media Studies, and Counseling.  He also has written and directed two feature films that were official selections of the New York Film and Video Festival. Greg looks forward to contributing to the Tailgate Toolkit program and bringing this essential project to the lower mainland. 

Kayla Cardinal, Coordinator (Northern BC) | Tailgate Toolkit Project

Kayla joined the VICA team in 2024, representing the project for the areas within the Northern Regional Construction Association. She has a background in community based social services, providing leadership, programming, education and support to communities, teams, families, and individuals of all ages and from all walks of life. Kayla has worked throughout BC and has recently returned to her northern roots. She has a particular respect and appreciation for work in trades, and a passion for supporting folks in the areas of mental health and substance use. With over 12 years experience in her chosen field, Kayla looks forward to bringing her skills and passion to this role and propelling the Tailgate Toolkit Project in Northern BC.

Mika Dumont, Coordinator (Interior) | Tailgate Toolkit Project

Mika Dumont is the Tailgate Toolkit Coordinator for the Southern Interior region of BC. Over the past 9 years, Mika has gained experience in the fields of addiction, mental health, and construction. She looks forward to helping to end stigma in our industry.