Mark is a Registered Social Worker with SJCG’s Chronic Pain Management Program in Thunder Bay.  Mark has worked with various agencies and populations in Thunder Bay, and brings a holistic attitude and strengths-based approach to working with clients and community partners.  As someone with lived experience of chronic pain, he is an advocate for his clients and for improving care and services in the community and region.  Mark is also heavily involved in volunteering in his community as a way to give back and help make changes at the grassroots level; with the Rural Cupboard Food Bank for over 20 years, as an emergency first responder for over 15 years, and serving on various boards throughout the past 15 years.  Mark is eager to participate in ECHO to see the positive influence of sharing knowledge and capacity building amongst healthcare professionals across the region, province, and nation.