Her experience as an educator was both local and international which led to her interest in photography and journalism. Currently her pursuits include dance, African drumming, gardening, research, writing, photography and community activism and she serves as a volunteer at Tsawout for many community events. In 2009 Heather worked as the Aboriginal Liaison Officer for Elections BC and visited many aboriginal communities to provide voting and employment opportunities. Heather also loves to spend time with her grandson Max.