From journalism to nursing to leadership, Eka Etokudo’s career has always centred on people. Her curiosity, compassion, and ability to connect with others shape her approach as Executive Director of The Lodge at Valley Ridge, where she believes the best resident experiences begin with truly knowing the person. Eka joined United Active Living in 2021 and has held several leadership roles at Fish Creek, including Resident Care Manager, Director of Health and Wellness, and Acting Executive Director. With a Bachelor of Nursing from Ryerson University, she brings extensive experience in health care and a deep appreciation for United’s integrated approach to supporting older adults. Having led United’s Kinesiology, United Minds, and United Cares teams, Eka understands the value of bringing different perspectives and expertise together to support each resident’s individual needs and aspirations. Eka is passionate about giving back, supporting community food security initiatives, including St. Vincent de Paul’s Feed the Hungry program. When she isn’t working, you’ll likely find her enjoying time on the golf course.

What I value most about United is how closely our teams work together and how well we get to know the people who live here. Every resident is different, and that means listening, understanding what matters to them, and finding ways to support the life they want to live. I’m proud to work alongside a team that genuinely cares about our residents and about one another.