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Banff, Alberta, Canada

Cochrane, Alberta

Calgary, Canada Area

Indigenous Education Instructor -- This course explores historical and contemporary legislation, educational policy, pedagogy and practices related to Indigenous peoples, with a focus on First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) peoples in Canada. Students will learn about the past in order to better understand the current educational landscape as well as the social relations that have contributed to educational inequality for FNMI communities and students.

Cochrane, Alberta

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Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Canada Area

Facilitates collaboration between AHS, government, and FNMI communities in the development of health services to address the unique access challenges of FNMI people. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Relationship Management: - Facilitate collaboration between AHS program leaders and FNMI traditional, political, and health leaders to improve the health and wellness of Aboriginal people. - Work collaboratively with diverse FNMI communities (rural, remote, urban), groups… Show more Facilitates collaboration between AHS, government, and FNMI communities in the development of health services to address the unique access challenges of FNMI people. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Relationship Management: - Facilitate collaboration between AHS program leaders and FNMI traditional, political, and health leaders to improve the health and wellness of Aboriginal people. - Work collaboratively with diverse FNMI communities (rural, remote, urban), groups, and organizations to plan quality, accessible programs, and services. - Work with AHS staff and physicians to better understand the complex jurisdictional issues affecting health care services and programs for Aboriginal people and ensure continuity of care within a multi-jurisdictional system (local, provincial, and federal). - Engage FNMI communities by developing trust and collaboration with AHS. - Represent the Aboriginal Health Program on Zone committees. Program Development: - Function as a content expert to internal and external partners to influence the development and implementation of culturally appropriate and acceptable Aboriginal health programs and services within the zone. - Collaborate with Aboriginal groups and communities in designated geographic area to identify gaps in health programs and services and to plan, develop, and evaluate culturally appropriate, and acceptable health programs and services. Show less

Calgary, Alberta

Alberta Aboriginal Construction Career Centre (AACCC): The AACCC is a unique service designed to connect prospective Aboriginal workers with employers recruiting for construction related careers. It is a partnership between Government, Bow Valley and NorQuest College, First Nation communities and industry organizations. The Government of Alberta has committed funding for a two-year pilot of the Centres for its creation and is designed after the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology… Show more Alberta Aboriginal Construction Career Centre (AACCC): The AACCC is a unique service designed to connect prospective Aboriginal workers with employers recruiting for construction related careers. It is a partnership between Government, Bow Valley and NorQuest College, First Nation communities and industry organizations. The Government of Alberta has committed funding for a two-year pilot of the Centres for its creation and is designed after the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology (SIIT) Industrial Career Centres. Our services will create Aboriginal skills development and employment, while at the same time, assist Alberta business and industry with key human resource objectives. It responds to a business solution to address Alberta’s growth and skilled workforce shortages by engaging the resources of our Aboriginal population in urban and rural communities through career development/training and Aboriginal employment opportunities to support economic development. Show less

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Ghost River Rediscovery Society – Calgary, AlbertaExecutive Director April 2012 – PresentAs the Executive Director with Ghost River Rediscovery I am responsible for planning all activities to satisfy the Vision and mission of Ghost River Rediscovery. I am responsible for the leadership and continued development of operations, fund development, and evaluation.• Develop multi-year Strategic plans – to provide leadership and guidance for the organization.• Develop… Show more Ghost River Rediscovery Society – Calgary, AlbertaExecutive Director April 2012 – PresentAs the Executive Director with Ghost River Rediscovery I am responsible for planning all activities to satisfy the Vision and mission of Ghost River Rediscovery. I am responsible for the leadership and continued development of operations, fund development, and evaluation.• Develop multi-year Strategic plans – to provide leadership and guidance for the organization.• Develop work plans with coordinators to implement strategic plans.• Develop strategic fundraising plan. o Grant applications -- project reporting, budget development and accountability, funder relationship development, develop fund raising strategies and indicators for success. • Oversee the planning, budgeting and implementation of all programs within Ghost River Rediscovery.• Manage Personnel development/issues of staff. • Communicate clear guidelines and expectations for all staff.• Ensure organizational accountability to Board of Directors. • Board of Directors Recruitment.• Develop relationships with First Nation Communities and community agencies.• Ensure positive fiscal management of organization and all program areas.• Work with Marketing development strategies to promote Ghost River Rediscovery.• Provide a role model of ethics and activities, upholding all policies and procedures, to set an example to all those who work within the circle of Ghost River Rediscovery.• Develop and Deliver Aboriginal Awareness Training programs to Corporations, Agencies and Public.• Display high standards of honesty in all relations; safeguard the reputation of the company.• Provide a work environment that empowers all those who work within the circle of Ghost River Rediscovery to explore the worlds within themselves, between one another and the natural world. Show less

Taught and examined Lake Water Instructor coursesTaught Moving water coursesTaught Ocean canoeing courses

Cranbrook, Bc

Work with a team towards the goal of developing and creating a governance model which focuses on the empowerment of the Ktunaxa Nation. Ktunaxa Governance over an integrated social investment service delivery and governance model for all Aboriginal people within the Ktunaxa Traditional Territory, providing individuals and families access to culturally relevant service to gain strength and independence to strengthen individuals, families, communities and society.• Liaise with… Show more Work with a team towards the goal of developing and creating a governance model which focuses on the empowerment of the Ktunaxa Nation. Ktunaxa Governance over an integrated social investment service delivery and governance model for all Aboriginal people within the Ktunaxa Traditional Territory, providing individuals and families access to culturally relevant service to gain strength and independence to strengthen individuals, families, communities and society.• Liaise with Governmental and Non Governmental agencies: BC Provincial Government, Interior Health of BC, College of the Rockies, Local service providers, Ktunaxa Nation Council (KNC), First Nation Chiefs, and community members.• Perform research in areas of education, Provincial and Federal legislation, Governmental organizational systems, Aboriginal governance, and Aboriginal service delivery centre’s to make recommendations for positive change in Aboriginal communities. • Perform Focus groups, one on one interviews with all parties from Provincial Government, KNC, First Nation Chiefs, community members and off reserve agencies and First Nations. • Deliver presentations at provincial forums. • Support the strategic planning for the development for education systems reform and organizational change. • Work with all Aboriginal populations on reserve and urban environments to support positive growth and development to become stronger and healthier First Nations. Show less

Cranbrook, British Columbia

Aboriginal Faculty and Student advisor and Aboriginal curriculum development for: Tourism and Recreation Management Program (TRMP) and educational researcher.• Support Aboriginal students with education advising, funding applications, admissions and career planning. . • Chair the Aboriginal Student Support Education Team (ASSET) to support COTR faculty with program/curriculum development as requested. • Liaised with Aboriginal Education Support Workers in SD 5, 6 & 8 to support… Show more Aboriginal Faculty and Student advisor and Aboriginal curriculum development for: Tourism and Recreation Management Program (TRMP) and educational researcher.• Support Aboriginal students with education advising, funding applications, admissions and career planning. . • Chair the Aboriginal Student Support Education Team (ASSET) to support COTR faculty with program/curriculum development as requested. • Liaised with Aboriginal Education Support Workers in SD 5, 6 & 8 to support Aboriginal student transition to COTR.• Collaborated with Ktunaxa, Shuswap and Métis Education Coordinators and COTR Resident Elders to support students.• Develop Aboriginal Scholarship lessons for four TRMP courses, TRMP 111 – Introduction to Tourism, TRMP 100 – Leisure and Sport in Canadian Society, TRMP 138 – Cross Cultural Issues, TRMP 237 – Environmental Stewardship for face-to-face delivery and online delivery (Moodle). Coordinator, Revitalizing Individual Strength through Education (RISE), Sept 2008 – Dec 2009Develop and deliver an Aboriginal program for the Ktunaxa Nation, Métis Nation, and Shuswap which serves the under educated and under employed population. This program is Adventure tourism, trades and vocational training, tourism industry certifications and life skill based. Curriculum developer, coordinator, and instructor, Nation Rebuilding Program (NRBG) -, Jan 2009 – June 2009 Developed curriculum and taught four new NRBG courses, Coordinated work of instructional team of four faculty, and accessed all program resource materials and texts for the pilot program delivery. Coordinator, Ktunaxa Language Project, Jan 2008 – Sept 2008Developed the first post-secondary online Ktunaxa language courses in collaboration with Ktunaxa Nation Traditional Knowledge and Language (TKL) Sector, Ktunaxa Elders, and COTR faculty. Planned and facilitated the first annual Canada-USA Ktunaxa Language Summit in support of the Ktunaxa Nation’s language revitalization goals. Show less

Support Youth at Risk to become stronger and healthier beings. Supported case workers working with the youth on outings and activiites.

Hong Kong

To assist in the re-organization of the organization, produce policy and staff manuals. Act as a team leader and trainer for new and existing staff. Facilitate corporate training activities. • Coordinate and instruct youth wilderness programs• Facilitate corporate training wilderness programs.• Staff recruitment, local and international. • Created staff manual and company policies.• Develop and Facilitate Staff training programs• Risk management, and Risk assessment… Show more To assist in the re-organization of the organization, produce policy and staff manuals. Act as a team leader and trainer for new and existing staff. Facilitate corporate training activities. • Coordinate and instruct youth wilderness programs• Facilitate corporate training wilderness programs.• Staff recruitment, local and international. • Created staff manual and company policies.• Develop and Facilitate Staff training programs• Risk management, and Risk assessment of all Dragonfly program locations. Show less

Campbell River, Bc

Part time Wilderness First Aid and Canoeing Instructor

Vancouver, Canada Area

Taught 40 hr Wilderness First Aid course to various organizations and public courses.

Aboriginal Relations Leadership Certificate, Aboriginal Relations, Completed

Survey of Aboriginal People in Canada, Historical Overview of Aboriginal People in Canada, Northern and Circumpolar Issue, Current Issues.

Malt, Leadership And Training, Gpa: 3.85/4

Coursework Focus: Learning and Change, Establishing the Learning Community, Organizations and Change, Leadership Motivation and Change.

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