Barry Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
Barry brings to our organization 40 years of experience serving in the health related fields such as Hospitals, Long Term Care Administration, First Nations Health and services delivery, and Economic Program Development.
He has been the guest speaker at many events across the country. He promotes the inclusion of the Social Determinants of health in both policy and actions needed to address the inequity and inequality of service to First Nations people.
Determined to make a difference, he continues to assist organizations with his understanding of current issues and progressive approach to First Nations control.
Gordon Auger
Senior Manager, Government / Industry Relations and Support Services
Gordon brings many years of leadership experience, knowledge and wisdom in his new role in moving forward new initiatives and negotiations with Industry and government.
Serving 18 years as Chief, Bigstone Cree Nation, Gordon brings negotiation experience, connections and a strong vision of Treaty and Inherent Rights.
In his earlier career, Gordon worked as Manager, Social Development, Bigstone Cree Nation; Project Manager, Canada Manpower and Immigration; Director, Bigstone Cree Nation Child and Family Services. During negotiations with INAC, Gordon successfully challenged and succeeded in making change to INAC’s child population count from 1000 to 800. First of its kind in Canada.
Gordon values the importance of health and wellbeing of our children and youth and continues to advocate, support and connect with our families and communities.
Julia Knott
SARF Administration Manager, Edmonton
Julia Knott joined the First Nations Health Consortium in August 2017 as Regional Service Coordination Supervisor, and SARF Administration Manager June 2019.
Julia Knott is Cree, from Duncan’s First Nation in Treaty 8. Her prior experience includes roles as Director of Health with Western Cree Tribal Council from 2014 to 2017 and Health Director for Duncan’s First Nation from 2010 – 2014. Understanding the importance of collaboration and relationship building between various stakeholders to provide services to First Nations is critical. Julia strongly believes that all First Nations people should have equal access to services both on and off reserve regardless of perceived jurisdiction.
Theresa Devost
Business Administrator, Calgary
Theresa joined the FNHC in July 2017 as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director. With 25+ years experience supporting executive management teams in the public and private sectors, her focus has been primarily in areas of policy support and development, stakeholder relations, regulatory reporting and corporate secretarial services serving Boards and supporting Committees of the Board.
Theresa embraces culture and heritage personally and professionally. She is honoured to be a part of an incredibly dedicated Team, committed and passionate about making a difference for the children and families we serve.
Cherie Sturek
Regional Service Coordinator, Lac La Biche
Cherie joined the First Nations Health Consortium as the Regional Service Coordinator with the North East Team.
She holds a diploma as a Rehabilitation Practitioner and is currently working on her Bachelors of Health degree.
Cherie has worked in Northern Alberta for the past 16 years, with First Nations communities.
She was the NNADAP Director/School Counsellor for 8 years for Fort McKay First Nation where her 2 children; her 16 year old daughter and 13 year old son are band members, where she was also the Band Designate. Cherie has working with the Lakeland Centre for FASD as an advocate for the Mother to be Mentorship program. Cherie was also the Health Director in Heart Lake First Nation for 5 years.
Cherie has been in various positions as a Board Member, advocating for health services for all First Nations people, who she holds dear to her heart.
Cherie has extensive knowledge, experience, and dedication when it comes to working with all levels of First Nation Leadership, Indigenous Services Canada, Child and Family Services, and within Addictions Treatment Centres. Cherie is a strong advocate for ensuring all children and families have the access to services and resources.
In her spare time with her kids, she enjoys travelling, quadding, outdoor adventures and is a very dedicated Hockey Mom!
Kathy Dubé
Regional Service Coordinator, Grand Prairie
I’m a Cree – Metis mother and Kokum, I ‘m also a Reiki Master using one’s own energy to support healing. I raised my family in Grande Prairie living and working here for the past 30+ years. I am passionate about Truth and Reconciliation – cultivating progressive conversations around cultural sensitivity and traditional health and wellness. I believe in working with and giving back as such, I have been in various rolls on boards in my community
I hope that I can bring some knowledge, a lot of energy to First Nations Health Consortium and learn from this experience. This is a great organization, where I get to help families, meet interesting people, and have the opportunity to grow my knowledge and as a person.
Kimberly Isadore
Regional Service Coordinator, High Prairie
I am Kimberly Isadore, a Regional Service Coordinator for the North Alberta Region. I started with FNHC in August 2022
I was previously working in health as a Community Health Representative for over 5 years and obtained various training in health programs within those five years of service and I could not be happier.
I am a mother of three wonderful children. We love playing video games, quadding, bowling, swimming, and keeping up with our traditional teachings.
Growing up on a reservation has taught me about the struggles and conflicts of the First Nations and Metis people, I hope to help in any way I can to make their life easier.
Sam Laboucan
Regional Service Coordinator, High Prairie
Tansi,
My name is Sam Laboucan. I am a member of the Woodland Cree First Nation 474. I have been with FNHC since December 2018. In this time, I have seen many changes and uncertainty due to the pandemic. I am so proud and honored that we were able to still work with families to help with applications to Jordan’s Principle. Families were not turned away and a whole new style of helping was established. I am very grateful for the work I have and the uniqueness of each individual file. The Jordan’s Principle program has helped many children in my catchment area of Lesser Slave Lake Indian Regional Council, communities within the M.D OF Big Lakes and M.D of Lesser Slave Lake 124.
Sheryl Alook
Regional Service Coordinator, Wabasca
Tansi, greetings from 458 Bigstone Cree Nation, I am currently employed as a “Regional Service Coordinator” for the Wabasca region for FNHC. It sure is a privilege to be a part of this hardworking, wonderful team. I have come to see and have even experienced some of the hardships we as a First Nations people endured, even today.
Family has always had a huge impact on my life and continues to be every day, oldest of four, raised within the Bigstone Cree Nation territory. The nieces and nephews keep Auntie busy, very fortunate and thankful for my family, “Family gives you the roots to stand tall and strong.” Desmond Tutu
It is very rewarding and heartfelt knowing the positive impacts FNHC may have on a child’s life, after all, at the end of the day we are working for that child, for that family, and it sure is an honor knowing we can make a difference in your Loved one’s life.
In my work life, I have extensive experience in the administrative field, with various training involved. I have worked for our local municipality for some years and worked as far as Fort Simpson, NWT. I also had a part in proposal writing/business plan for Bigstone Cree Nations “Pekewe” Youth Group home, which has been in operation for the past few years. In most recent years, I worked with Elders, and survivors of the Indian Residential School, specifically for Bigstone Cree Nation’s “Indian Residential School Inquest”. Phase 1 involved planning of the Ground Penetration Radar, which was a very emotional and an eye-opening experience for me.
The other key project I was a part of was the opening of our very own Wabasca Supportive Living Facility named “Keekenow” which was another history in the making. Being employed with Keekenow and being involved in the development of policy and procedures with a Board of Directors and leaders of the municipality. Such an honor and privilege knowing we can now keep our Elders home and I was very fortunate to have been a part of such a huge success.
I thank you for putting your trust in our team, our work family, for the best interest of your child, for your family.
“The struggle you’re in today, is developing the strength you need for tomorrow. Don’t give up.”
Robert Tew
Tammy Island
Regional Service Coordinator, Sturgeon Lake
Tammy Island joined FNHC in July 2018. The past 4 years was a very remarkable & rewarding journey. Tammy currently provides enhanced service coordination as a Regional Services Coordinator, primarily in the Northwest Communities.
Tammy & her husband Melvin have 3 grown children named Shayne, Cheyanne, and Kentin. They raised their family on Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation in Treaty 8 Territory & they are now enjoying their new role as grandparents, being blessed with both a grandson & a granddaughter this year.
Whether working with families or colleagues, she believes in building trust, harmony & mutual respect. She is honored to provide advocacy and support for our First Nations Children and their families in her role within FNHC.
Wanda St. Arnault
Regional Service Coordinator, High Level
Wanda St Arnault recently started working for the First Nation Health Consortium as a Regional Service Coordinator with the North team based out of the High Level office.
Prior to joining the First Nation Health Consortium, Wanda worked in various health programs including the Maternal Child Health Program as a Program Advisor.
Her passion and motivation lie in working to make the lives of children better than it was yesterday. She believes the children are the future and must be nurtured today for them to be successful.
Tristian Lambert
Access Worker, High Level
Tristian started working with FNHC in October 2021. Tristian graduated from Northern Lakes College with her Social Work Diploma in June 2021. Tristian is looking forward to starting her Indigenous Bachelor of Social Work this upcoming fall.
Tristian was born and raised in High Level, AB. She is a proud dog mom of Arlo, whom she loves so much. Tristian spends her free time with her dog, family, and friends. Tristian has always had an urge to help people and support people in need. She is very passionate about her Indigenous culture as well as working with Indigenous people and youth. Tristian strongly believes that helping our youth is very important and is beneficial to helping our future as indigenous people.
Brittany Gadwa
Regional Service Coordinator, St. Paul
Brittany is a First Nation Woman from Kehewin Cree Nation, in Treaty 6 territory. Brittany is a single mother to one child, Hayden Mae. Brittany has been a Regional Service Coordinator since July 2021.
Brittany completed her education at University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills with her Indigenous Social Work Diploma in 2019 and Indigenous Bachelors of Social Work in 2021. She is a Registered Social Worker with Alberta College of Social Workers. Brittany aspires to attain her doctoral in social work one day.
Prior to her Social Work journey, Brittany worked in Health Care as a nursing aide while doing courses for her Practical Nursing in the evenings and when she was younger, worked for a self-esteem and self-confidence modeling firm for several years.
Brittany would like to wish to acknowledge the traditional homeland of the many diverse First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people whose Elders have walked this land before us and those persons with whom we share this great land today. Land acknowledgements are a necessary first step toward honoring the original occupants of a place. They also help everyone recognize and respect Indigenous peoples’ inherent kinship beliefs when it comes to the land, especially since those beliefs were restricted for so long. Land acknowledgments are a steppingstone to honoring broken treaty relationships. Brittany would like to also acknowledge the Indian Residential School survivors and their families.
Brittany’s cultural teachings, understanding of intergenerational trauma and strong advocacy skills makes her a great asset to the First Nation Health Consortium team.
Erin Zasada
Regional Service Coordinator, Edmonton
My name is Erin. I have a BA in sociology and have always enjoyed studying society and social behaviours. I have worked with FNHC since 2021 previously working in social sectors such as a youth probation officer and children services CDS worker. Through out my academic and personal life I’ve had the privilege of working along side First Nations Families, youth, and individuals. I continue to be an ally for First Nations by advocating, continuously learning and listening. I value my role as a regional service coordinator and will continue to advocate for families to help bridge the gap and make sure no child is forgotten.
Jerica Nykolyshyn
Regional Service Coordinator, Groups Focused, Edmonton
My name is Jerica, I am Metis and I have worked a total of 10 years plus as a Social Worker. I have been privileged to work along side First Nations Families and Individuals my whole career and will continue to be enthusiastic about advocating for our children and youths’ needs to support the growth of generations. My many passions include doing anything outdoors with my husband, my dog and two boys. I take great pride in my role with FNHC and will work hard to continue being the voice for families.
Kayla Klatt
Regional Service Coordinator, Edmonton
Kayla is a Regional Service Coordinator in Edmonton and started with the First Nations Health Consortium in July 2018 as an Access Worker. She has worked in a variety of roles with Indigenous youth and families for over 8 years. Kayla is very warm-hearted and loves assisting children and families to make sure that the child’s specific needs are met. As Kayla has an Indigenous daughter, she has experienced and witnessed the major gaps in services that Indigenous children encounter. Her main goals and values working with the First Nations Health Consortium are to provide unconditional support and continuing advocacy to the families, to bridge the gaps, while keeping the individualism of each child.”
Paris Gauthier
Regional Service Coordinator, Edmonton
My name is Paris, I’ve worked amongst First Nations and Metis communities my entire life. I’ve been lucky enough to participate in various ceremonies and value the knowledge I’ve learned from spending time with loved ones sharing stories and laughter. My passions include spending time outside, camping, gardening, quadding, fishing, and spending my nights by the campfire. I value my work as a Regional Service Coordinator and take great pride in the connections I’ve built with the families I serve.
Tina Littlechild
Regional Service Coordinator, Maskwacis
Tina Littlechild started with the First Nation Health Consortium in October 2017, for three-month interim. In January of 2018, she was hired full time.
She is a mother of three, two daughters, and one boy all 7 years apart. She has two wonderful grandsons, one is in grade 10 and the other one is in grade 12 and graduating this year.
Kay Campbell
Access Worker, Edmonton
I am a proud Cree/Gwitchin woman from Treaty 6 territory, & a mother of two sons. I graduated from Yellowhead Tribal College with my Indigenous Social Work Diploma & am continuing my education journey to go after my goals & be a good role model for our youth & my children. I am passionate about working with First Nations people & advocating for our children and youth. I have worked in a variety of positions working with children and youth over 10 years before coming to First Nations Health Consortium in Summer 2021. Our children are our future.
Jaye Houle
Access Worker, Edmonton
I am from Winnipeg, Manitoba and registered to Treaty 2 Ebb and Flow first nation.
I have many years of experience with indigenous youth care, and administration work. I joined the First Nations Health Consortium as an Admin-Receptionist for the Edmonton office and then recently moved to the Access Worker position .
I am a mother to 2 girls. In my free time, I like hanging with them exploring Alberta and take them out for having fun in Edmonton, also visiting my family back home in Winnipeg on holidays.
Dr. Beatrice Little Mustache
Service Coordinator, Education & Elders, Kainai
Dr. Beatrice Little Mustache, is an Honored Piikani Member and a resident of the Piikani Nation. She is a proud mother of five children, two boys, three daughters, eight grandchildren, and thirteen great grandchildren. She was employed with Provincial Child Protection for seventeen years, designated first Nation foster care for ten years and Band Designate seven years.
She is a strong/caring advocate for our First Nation Children and Families. She has received her education through the University of Calgary (BSW). Today as the Education and Elders Service Coordinator, her focus is children and families.
Beatrice has received an Honorary Degree from The University of British Columbia in 2023 in recognition for the exemplary contribution and dedication she has provided over many years to the children, families and communities she has positively impacted.
Michelle Jones
ESC Support Administration, Calgary
Michelle Jones currently holds her diploma in Human Services and is working on her Bachelors of Human Services minoring in Indigenous studies. Michelle feels honored to connect with, advocate for and support First Nations and Inuit children and their families.
Peggy Minde
Southern Alberta Team Lead, Calgary
Peggy Minde joined the First Nations Health Consortium in 2017. She has been an Access Worker, a Regional Service Coordinator and is currently the Southern Alberta Team Lead.
Peggy Minde is Cree from Maskwacis, Alberta, Treaty 6. Prior to joining the First Nations Health Consortium, she worked as a Social Worker for Children’s Services on and off reserve in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Peggy is honored to be able to connect and serve First Nation and Inuit children and their families.
Hayley Gordon
Regional Service Coordinator, Calgary
Hayley Gordon earned her Bachelor of Justice Studies with honors from Lethbridge, completing a practicum placement with youth fleeing sexual exploitation and trafficking. Prior to joining the First Nations Health Consortium, she worked in various community outreach and case management programs supporting youth and families through addictions, sexual abuse, domestic violence, homelessness and navigating the children’s services systems. Hayley is honored to advocate for and support First Nation and Inuit children and their families.
Jean Philistine Old Shoes
Regional Service Coordinator, Kainai
Jean’s Blackfoot name is (Aakai’po’takii-Many Flying Woman) she is enrolled with the Blood Tribe-Blackfoot Confederacy. Jean joined the First Nations Health Consortium in 2021 as a Regional Service Coordinator.
Prior to working with FNHC Jean worked with Aiyiikakimaop for Children (Blood Tribe Social Service) for 2 years. Jean provided community-based services and support to help children with functional challenges and limitations such as Cognitive, Behavioral and Physical Barriers.
Jean earned a Diploma in Criminal Justice at the Lethbridge College, Bachelor of Professional Arts at Athabasca University, and Indigenous Bachelor of Social Work at Red Crow College.
Main goal is to be a strong advocate and support First Nations families through the process of applying for Jordan’s Principle funding.
In her free time Jean runs 5k and 10k races, riding her road bike and playing Hand Games all over Indian Country (USA & Canada).
Jordan Joseph
Regional Service Coordinator, Calgary
Jordan is a proud Cree-Metis (French and Scottish) woman who resides in Calgary with her partner and daughter. She has roots stemming across the Canadian prairies, with her Kokom (Grandmother) being from Maskwacis. Jordan was raised within her Cree-Metis culture, and continues to practice her teachings, which she has begun passing onto her daughter.
Jordan has a DSW, BSW, and has a goal of returning to school to obtain her MSW down the road. Prior to joining the FNHC as a Regional Service Coordinator, Jordan engaged in youthwork (on reserve and within an urban setting), was an artist educator, engaged in group-care work with youth, and worked within Indigenous-based agencies to help reunify Indigenous families of whom were involved with Child & Family Services.
Jordan’s passions include being outdoors, dancing (urban styles and traditional fancy dance) and urban arts, spending time with her family & friends, reading, volunteering with youths, engaging in ceremony, and spending time in the mountains. Jordan has a passion for advocacy work, working from a traditional and cultural lens, and supporting her own and any other Indigenous Community.
Kim Wolfleg
Regional Service Coordinator, Calgary
Oki, I am a proud member of the Siksika Nation and very happy to be a part of the team and thankful for the opportunity.
I believe my extensive experience working with the Calgary, Siksika and Southern Alberta Community/Social Services and Justice sectors provides me with a good foundation to best serve our families and communities. I am honored to be doing this work.
Lisa Redditt
Regional Service Coordinator, Calgary
I joined the team at the First Nations Health Consortium in 2021 as an Access Worker and moved into a Regional Service Coordinator role in 2022.
I’m a proud Métis woman from region 3 and was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta.
I graduated from Mount Royal University with a Diploma in Social Work and a Diploma in Disability Studies. I have over 20+ years of experience working in the human services field empowering and supporting children, youth, and families. I’m honored to advocate for resources on behalf of first nations children.
Rachel Hoof
Regional Service Coordinator, Lethbridge
Oki, my name is Rachel Hoof I am from the Kainai nation of the Blackfoot confederacy. I am happy to be joining First Nations Health Consortium, Lethbridge south zone. I bring with me years of experience as a front-line worker. My work history includes being an Outreach Worker with urban Indigenous families. I also worked within the school system for several years as an FNMI Home/School Liaison. I returned to school to as a mature student and received my BSW from the University of Calgary in 2018.
I was raised in Calgary and still call Calgary my home, but I returned to southern Alberta in 1997 and now call Lethbridge my home. I enjoy walking, hiking and going to pow-wows in the summer. I am looking forward to serving families that will be access Jordan’s Principle and look forward to meeting everyone in the FNHC organization.
Amber Poulin
Access Worker, Calgary
Amber started working with First Nations Health Consortium in May 2022 as an Access Worker. Amber is a member of Metis Nation of Alberta Region 3. Amber has her diploma in Disability Studies from MRU. She has worked many years with children, youth and adults with disabilities, providing individual and family support, as well as working with children in an educational setting. She is honored to be part of the FNHC team supporting and advocating for First Nations and Inuit children and their families.
Gordon Auger
Senior Manager, Government / Industry Relations and Support Services
Gordon brings many years of leadership experience, knowledge and wisdom in his new role in moving forward new initiatives and negotiations with Industry and government.
Serving 18 years as Chief, Bigstone Cree Nation, Gordon brings negotiation experience, connections and a strong vision of Treaty and Inherent Rights.
In his earlier career, Gordon worked as Manager, Social Development, Bigstone Cree Nation; Project Manager, Canada Manpower and Immigration; Director, Bigstone Cree Nation Child and Family Services. During negotiations with INAC, Gordon successfully challenged and succeeded in making change to INAC’s child population count from 1000 to 800. First of its kind in Canada.
Gordon values the importance of health and wellbeing of our children and youth and continues to advocate, support and connect with our families and communities.
Kathleen Alexis
Registration Coordinator, Edmonton
Kathleen Alexis is from the Alexis First Nation and has over 30 years administrative experience. Kathleen also has experience in Land Development, First Nation Gaming and Charity, Health, and Child and Family Services as well as other social programs. She has been married for 42 years and has 3 children, 16 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Kathleen is pleased to be working with the First Nations Health Consortium as a Registration Coordinator. She is excited to work with our children, youth and families on registration issues and applications.
Madison Tailfeathers
Registration Coordinator, Calgary
Madison Tailfeathers recently joined the First Nations Health Consortium team. She is a Blackfoot woman that grew up on a cattle ranch in Kainai. In 2020, she graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She enjoys spending time with her loved ones visiting, laughing, and spending time outdoors. She spends most of her free time making art and enjoys learning different ways to create. Madison is looking forward to making a difference. She is honoured to be able to support and assist First Nations families and children in her role with the FNHC.
Robin Ross
Youth Transition Coordinator, Calgary
Robin joined the FNHC as a Youth Transitions Coordinator in August of 2021. She is from Treaty 4 and registered to Kawacatoose First Nation in Saskatchewan. She graduated with a Bachelor of Education after degree in Indigenous Education from the First Nations University of Canada. Before joining the organization, she worked in various roles with youth and as a teacher. Robin enjoys spending time with her family, camping, kayaking, and travelling. She is grateful to be advocating for youth and families.
Julia Knott
SARF Administration Manager, Edmonton
Julia Knott joined the First Nations Health Consortium in August 2017 as Regional Service Coordination Supervisor, and SARF Administration Manager June 2019.
Julia Knott is Cree, from Duncan’s First Nation in Treaty 8. Her prior experience includes roles as Director of Health with Western Cree Tribal Council from 2014 to 2017 and Health Director for Duncan’s First Nation from 2010 – 2014. Understanding the importance of collaboration and relationship building between various stakeholders to provide services to First Nations is critical. Julia strongly believes that all First Nations people should have equal access to services both on and off reserve regardless of perceived jurisdiction.
Kathy Brazel
SARF Administration, Edmonton
Kathy has a proud work record and has learned so much throughout the years. The people she has worked with and their leaders are a great inspiration to her.
Kathy excels in time management, organization, multi-tasking and attention to detail.
She loves spending time with family, both outdoor and indoor activities (and playdoh) with her granddaughter.
Chi Thai
SARF Data Entry/Administrator Assistant, Edmonton
Outside of work, I like being active. My two passions are Zumba and bowling. Staying on top with good health. My family, friends, and my job are important to me.
I challenge myself with everything I do, from sports to work. I am punctual, reliable and am equipped with a strong work ethic. I am a fast-learner, multi-tasker, can take on anything that will throw at me and I will make sure that task will get done.
What important to me is to focus on being active with cardio workout, healthy, strong mind, and sharp at my job.
Fallon Woods
SARF Data Entry/Administrator Assistant, Edmonton
Fallon Woods is a member of Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation and joined the SARF team as a Data Entry Administrative Assistant in September 2022. Previously she worked 15+ years for a diverse range of organizations, including an oil and gas union and for a point-of-sale company. In these roles, she specialized in sales and marketing, member relations and office management.
Fallon embraces her heritage and culture and is honored to be a part of First Nations Health Consortium and to expand her knowledge in advocacy for First Nations children and their families.
She currently resides in Edmonton with her husband and two young children. When she is not spending quality time with her family, she enjoys reading, camping, and spending time in the mountains.
Leanne Crapeau
SARF Data Entry/Administrator Assistant, Edmonton
Leanne Crapeau joined the SARF team as a Data entry Admin in July 2021. Her prior experience in Finance and Corporate Administration has helped shaped her skills and propelled her work ethic to exceed in a fast-paced and demanding climate.
Her passion however has always been working and supporting the growth and advocacy for our First Nation Children and Families and is honored to have a role in bridging the gaps for those in need.
Leanne is Dene and Cree, originating from Dettah, Yellowknife’s Dene First Nation in Treaty 8. She has three sons, and when not working, enjoys spending as much time as possible on the land and cheering on her sons as they explore their own skills and hobbies, as ever-changing as that may be
Mateen Afshar
SARF Data Entry/Administrator Assistant, Edmonton
My name is Mateen, and I have been working with the SARF Team since January 2023. I am delighted to be able to assist our First Nations children and their families, and very much enjoy what I do.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in business. My 8 years plus experience in administrative, finance, and client support roles has helped me excel in multi-tasking, organizational skills, and understanding client needs. I am honored to be a part of a dedicated and passionate team at the First Nations Health Consortium.
I enjoy attending festivals, watch movies, travelling, and going for outdoor adventures in my spare time.
Tammy Gauchier
SARF Data Entry/Administrator Assistant, Edmonton
Tammy Gauchier is a Proud Metis Cree woman that currently resides in Edmonton, originally from Peavine Metis Settlement. She joined First Nations Health Consortium as a Data Entry Administrative Assistant, in the SARF department January 2023.
She graduated from NAIT with a diploma in Business Administration – Human Resources Management. Prior to working here, Tammy has worked for various First Nations and Metis organizations. She is looking forward to helping indigenous families and making sure no child is forgotten.
In her spare time, she enjoys playing hockey, being outdoors and spending quality time with her son, family, and friends.
Theresa Devost
Business Administrator, Calgary
Theresa joined the FNHC in July 2017 as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director. With 25+ years experience supporting executive management teams in the public and private sectors, her focus has been primarily in areas of policy support and development, stakeholder relations, regulatory reporting and corporate secretarial services serving Boards and supporting Committees of the Board.
Theresa embraces culture and heritage personally and professionally. She is honoured to be a part of an incredibly dedicated Team, committed and passionate about making a difference for the children and families we serve.
Ali Atrsaei
IT Technical Lead, Edmonton
Ali oversees anything IT at the FNHC. He focuses on eliminating technical bottlenecks, enhancing data security, streamlining staff operations, and plans for infrastructure improvements. He joined the organization in January 2022 and brings close to a decade of experience in Information Technology and Computer Networks.
While not at work, Ali spends time with family, watches Action/Thriller movies and shows, and enjoys outdoors. He holds a MEng in Computer Engineering from the University of Alberta.
Debbie Thomas
Administration Support, Calgary
Debbie Thomas joined First Nations Health Consortium April 2022. Prior to working with them she spent 11 years working in the Oil/Gas industry in Human Resource, and 14 years as Manager in the Liquor Industry. She grew up in Airdrie and raised her two children who blessed her with 3 Grandsons, and very excited to be welcoming her first Great Granddaughter! In her free time she enjoys the time with her Grandchildren, decorating and BINGO! She is honored and happy to Join the Team of First Nations Health Consortium!
“When the whole world is silent even one voice becomes POWERFUL”
Michelle Jones
ESC Administration Support, Calgary
Michelle Jones currently holds her diploma in Human Services and is working on her Bachelors of Human Services minoring in Indigenous studies. Michelle feels honored to connect with, advocate for and support First Nations and Inuit children and their families.
Jaye Houle
Administration Assistant – Receptionist, Edmonton
I am from Winnipeg, Manitoba and registered to Treaty 2 Ebb and Flow first nation.
I have many years of experience with indigenous youth care, and administration work. I am honored to join the First Nations Health Consortium as an Admin-Receptionist for the Edmonton office.
I am a mother to 2 girls. In my free time, I like hanging with them exploring Alberta and take them out for having fun in Edmonton, also visiting my family back home in Winnipeg on holidays.