Catherine Ray was born in Toronto, grew up in Vancouver, before making Victoria home in 2007.  She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History from the University of British Columbia. 

Catherine has spent most of her professional career in customer service for the tourism industry in both Vancouver and Victoria. Before stepping away from her career to raise her three children, Catherine worked in media relations within the tourism industry in Victoria building strong connections and helping to showcase the destination and the people and experiences within.

Outside of work, Catherine is married and the proud mother of three active children. Much of her free time is spent on the sidelines of sporting events cheering on her children or volunteering on the school council.