MEET THE TEAM

Leadership

​The PICS Society leadership team is made up of highly qualified professionals in the social services sector with diverse skills, abilities and experiences.

Satbir Singh Cheema

President & C.E.O.

Raj Hundal

Senior Director of Employment, Planning & Program Development

Devinder Chattha

Senior Director, Language, Settlement & Social Programs

Raj Brar

Director of Career Services

Kanika Mehra

Director of Youth Programs and Community Services

Rajeev Mohindru

Director of Care

Neena Randhawa

Director of Women's Programs and Initiatives

Minhaz Manji

Director of Human Resources

Dr. Raminder Kang

Director of Settlement & Integration Services

Judy Pavlovic

Senior Executive Assistant

Inderjeet Hundal

Administrator, PICS Senior's Care Facilities

Phalak Betab

Marketing, Communications & Fundraising Officer

Board Of Directors

The PICS Society Board of Directors have been steering the organization for over 30 years. In addition to working closely with, and supporting, the Chief Executive Officer, our Board of Directors approve the annual budget and annual report as well as any major capital investment; they actively set the policy for our Society by creating and updating the mission and vision statements and approving the strategic plan. Our Board Members serve as ambassadors for our organization, and participate in robust fundraising by soliciting funds from individuals, foundations, corporations and government entities. 

Maninder Kaur Grewal

Board Chair

Maninder Grewal has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, where she has consistently demonstrated leadership and a commitment to excellence. Throughout her career, she has been honored with the prestigious “Woman of the Year” award and recognized as an influential woman in the industry. In addition, she has raised significant funds for local non-profit charities.

She has also been a Board member of PICS Society for 4 years, serving in various roles, including Secretary, Treasurer, and Vice-Chair.

Parveen Goel

Vice Chair

Parveen is the Director of Engineering and Operations at Canada Post. He brings with him many years’ of experience in Manufacturing and Service Industries.

Arvinder Bubber

Treasurer
Arvinder Bubber earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Panjab University in 1971 before immigrating to England, where he became a chartered accountant (CA). He moved to Canada in 1976 and began his journey of community service in Regina and Saskatchewan by joining the Optimist Club to volunteer. He also served as the first treasurer of the Sikh Society of Regina, playing a pivotal role in establishing the first Gurudwara in the city. After 15 years of dedicated community involvement in Regina, he settled in B.C. in 1991, where he opened his own accounting firm, A.S. Bubber and Associates, in Surrey.
      
Arvinder Bubber was KPU’s first chancellor, served the university for two three-year terms, from October 2008 until October 2014. He was appointed to the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Board of Governors in 2001, and chaired the board from 2002 to 2007. During his two terms as chancellor, he also served as a member of the Board of Governors, Senate and the KPU Foundation Board.
 
In 2003, Avinder Bubber and other members of the South Asian community founded the SPARK Education Foundation – a partnership between SPARK, the Surrey School District and KPU. His work has also led to him being given a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. In 2014, he was appointed an honorary director of the Surrey Board of Trade, and named Business Person of the Year in 2010.

Megha Goyal

Secretary

Megha Goyal is the principal lawyer and legal force driving Red Oak Law to success. With a specialization in real estate transactions, business establishment, and estate planning, Megha’s expertise and experience are unmatched. She leads a team dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals with precision and care. Trust Megha Goyal at Red Oak Law for all your legal needs.

Gurvinder (Garry) Grewal

Member at Large

Garry Grewal is a police officer with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s in Business Administration. With his extensive experience, he offers a distinct perspective on fostering a safe and inclusive community.

Nirmal Singh Mehroke

Member at Large

My professional journey spans over three decades, culminating in a fulfilling career with the City of Vancouver, from which I retired in 2017. As a Superintendent, I oversaw a team of 40 staff, including multiple tradesmen. I was responsible for preparing estimates, budgeting, executing project plans, and managing unionized staff. My role required meticulous project management skills, the ability to track progress through matrix indicators, and effective communication with both staff and stakeholders

Karamvir (Kam) Pawar

Member at Large
Kam Pawar is a professional RE/MAX Licensed Realtor with over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial real estate services throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. His expertise spans all areas of the industry, including residential home buying and selling, commercial real estate, investment, development of properties, building and land assembly. Kam Pawar is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with his clients, ensuring their needs are met and their investments are well-served and protected. 

Parmjit Singh Khosla

Member at Large

Accomplished Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the Punjab State Electricity Board, known for pioneering power supply innovations and delivering exceptional consumer service. A proven leader in trade union activities with a successful record of addressing underemployment among diploma engineers. Versatile professional with entrepreneurial expertise, effectively managing thriving security, trucking, and construction businesses. Actively engaged in community welfare through various NGO initiatives in Canada

Sikander Singh Kang

Member at Large

Sikander Singh Kang is a Registered Physiotherapist who has been working at various physiotherapy clinics in Richmond, Surrey and New Westminster.

He is extremely diligent, socially connected and willing to work for the community and is always ready to give his best to Canada and Canadians.

Sukhvinder S. Thind

Member at Large

Sukhvinder Singh is the Regional Director of AgeCare Long Term Care Communities in British Columbia. He possesses excellent leadership skills that enable him to effectively manage and oversee the operations of long-term care facilities for seniors. Under his leadership, various care facilities have achieved the highest Accreditation Canada award, including AgeCare BC communities, Sienna Senior Living, and Nicola Lodge Care Community, which received exemplary standing in 2018.

Bisman Arora

Member at Large

Bisman Arora is the CEO of Excel Career College, a multi-campus institution in British Columbia. With a solid background in business and education, Bisman is dedicated to empowering students through innovative, career-focused training. Her commitment to community impact and quality service drives her mission to help individuals achieve their professional goals and succeed in their chosen fields.

Satbir Singh Cheema

Officer

He joined PICS in 1998 as a frontline staff member and was promoted to Director of Employment Programs and Planning in 2004, going on to become the CEO in 2017. Satbir reinforces PICS Society’s commitment to build a healthy and just society which values and respects all cultures. He is strongly motivated to make our communities better, safer and inclusive.