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Wade is a lifelong Sherwood Park resident with a deep passion for helping kids, youth, and families grow in mind, body, and spirit. For more than twenty-five years, he has coached and mentored young people through basketball, hockey, running, and baseball in schools, camps, and community programs, as well as on his own children’s teams.

Before launching Encounter Community, Wade directed a youth drop-in centre that served thousands of skateboarders and BMX riders, creating a safe and welcoming space for connection and growth.

Vocationally, Wade has served as a pastor for over two decades, focusing on family, youth, and next-generation leadership. He is married to his high school sweetheart, and together they have three children who continue to inspire his vision for building healthy, hope-filled families and communities.

Originally from Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island, Jon brings a lifelong love of sports and a heart for mentoring the next generation. An athlete at heart, he grew up playing basketball, rugby, lacrosse, volleyball, track and field, and cross-country, and later competed in rugby at the University of British Columbia. Jon holds a Bachelor of Secondary Education from the University of Alberta and has been coaching basketball since 2012 through school programs and summer camps.

For the past six years, Jon has taught in Strathcona County, where his passion for teaching, leadership, and faith has come together to help students grow in both character and confidence. He is married to his wife, Sydney, and together they share a deep commitment to investing in young people and building strong, connected communities.