Staff

Alana Martin

Minister to The GO Project

“I’ve been working with GO since 2010 when I started as a summer site staff while in University! Since then, I’ve worked as a summer youth coordinator, children’s program coordinator, pilgrimage coordinator, program director, and now, Minister to The GO Project. Outside of GO, I bring 10+ years of experience in children and youth ministry within the United Church of Canada at local and national levels and am deeply passionate about creating resources and space for young people to explore their faith and to be inspired to make the world a better place. I studied Spanish and International Development at Dalhousie University, spending a year on exchange in Mexico and then Cuba. I am a Diaconal Minister in the United Church of Canada. I live in Toronto with my dog Murphy and partner, Matt, and am originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia where my family still lives. I love sewing, watching bad TV, and spending time with friends and family.”

alana@thegoproject.ca

Kyla Mills

Social Media and Communications Coordinator

“I’m a recent graduate with a Honours Bachelor of Arts in Geography at Wilfrid Laurier University. I’m from Halifax, Nova Scotia but have been living in Waterloo, Ontario for school for the past four years.  I’ve been a participant in a couple GO led programs, including a Go Your Own Way program in Halifax (2018), and Climate Motivator (2023) and Climate Motivator Coordinator (2024). I’m dedicated to environmental justice, climate change, and both human and physical geography. As the Social Media and Communications Coordinator, I manage social platforms, design strategic communication plans, and foster community relationships.” 

kyla@thegoproject.ca

Finn Parks

Youth Program Coordinator

I’m originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, but have been living in Ontario for the past three years studying French Horn Performance at the University of Toronto! I am a long-time member of the United Church of Canada and have been a volunteer and employee of several churches working with children and youth. Most recently I was employed by Islington United Church as administration support and children’s programming support, working with their Youth Group, Children’s Chorus, and Godly Play programming. I am thrilled to be working with The GO Project as Youth Program Coordinator for Go Beyond: Youth Summer Program in Oakville and Saskatoon for summer 2025. When I’m not working I enjoy relaxing with my roommate Hazel, exploring the city, and crocheting!

Annabel Murton

Youth Program Counsellor in Training

Bio coming soon!

Jack Pinette

Youth Program Counsellor in Training

Hey there! My name is Jack and I am 18 years old and heading into university next year. This is my first year working with the GO project! Before this, I’ve worked as a Leader in two separate summer camps and I’ve also worked in aquatics as an instructor and deck supervisor for 2 years! My favourite hobbies include playing board games and cards, listening to music and hanging out with friends and family. I am thrilled to be working with The GO Project as a Youth Program Counsellor in Training for Go Beyond: Youth Summer Program in Oakville and Saskatoon for summer 2025!