Carmen is a four time Governor General nominated multi-media filmmaker and artist with her past primary focus being the creation of rural Alberta history legacy films. Carmen is dedicated to this memorial work because each legacy film contributes to the understanding of generations to come. Carmen is deeply connected to the Southern Alberta community because this is where her career began. Carmen
has relocated to the South Okanagan and continues her career in this region. She played a critical role in the start up the first Canadian community online television channel. Through vTV, the SODA (Speaking Out for Disabled Actively) channel emerged. Created by Carmen, the locally operated SODA mission is to provide the best possible circumstances and care for individuals in an equal opportunity environment. The previously mentioned non-profit group expanded to offer a much needed voice through its videos for the Bow Valley Ranche Historical Society in the very special Fish Creek Provincial Park. Videos included in this community initiative are: ‘The Honourable Lieutenant Governor of Alberta - Alberta History Quiz Show,’ S.T.A.N.D, 5 Elements, Fast and Female, and Histories and Hero’s. Carmen’s origins are equally Latin and Dutch and this inspiringly talented ‘5 foot woman’ was recently honoured as a finalist for the ‘Universal Woman of Inspiration’ award in 2021 and 2022. Carmen is someone who has never lost her youthful enthusiasm. An energetic person with a desire to create and a willingness to ‘try it all’ attitude. Carmen presents as an authentic, approachable, and knowledgeable professional.
