Media Releases

February 2, 2026

Richmond, BC – Richmond Public Library is pleased to welcome two new Board Trustees appointed to two-year terms ending December 31, 2027. The Trustees bring a wealth of experience from their respective backgrounds and believe strongly in the value of public library services.

Gina Mahil brings both a strong professional background and a deeply personal connection to public libraries. Growing up with immigrant parents, the public library was a cornerstone of Gina’s childhood. Gina brings extensive volunteer leadership experience within the Richmond community, including her children’s elementary school Parent Advisory Council and with the Richmond Ravens Hockey Association. Professionally, Gina has over 20 years of marketing experience where she provides strategic leadership, supports governance and planning, and manages complex marketing programs serving various communities.

Bryan Tisdall has been a Richmond resident since 1997, when he took on the position of President & CEO of Science World British Columbia. Throughout his career Bryan has been involved in the management of not-for-profit organizations and has a commitment to the power of local organizations, particularly public libraries, to enrich the texture of community life and contribute to healthy, happy families. In 2017, Bryan was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada for his life-long contribution to community development and the promotion of science appreciation amongst families and children across British Columbia.

At a Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, January 28, Chair Denise Hui was re-elected for a one-year term, while Jennifer Gervès-Keen, a Trustee since 2024, was elected as Vice Chair.

“I look forward to working with our new Trustees in support of the library’s goals and priorities in 2026. Their expertise and willingness to serve our community further strengthens our dedicated team,” said Hui.

The Richmond Public Library Board would like to thank outgoing Trustees Caty Liu and Ashley Sandhu for their dedication and service to the library as their respective terms conclude. Liu served on the Board for eight years, including in the roles of Board Chair and Vice Chair; Sandhu served on the board for two years, most recently in the role of Vice Chair.

The library encourages the community to get to know the Library Board Trustees – visit the library’s website for a short bio on each Trustee.

About Richmond Public Library
Richmond Public Library has proudly served the Richmond, BC community since 1976. The library’s goals include low-barrier accessibility to materials, experiences, and programs; facilitating safe spaces for dialogue; and meeting the needs of Richmond’s growing and diverse community. RPL operates four locations and two book dispensers across Richmond, as well as the mobile RPL to Go service.

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