Corinne Paul - Chairperson
Corinne hails from Treaty 11 in the NWT and identifies as Métis although regaining her Dogrib Rae status after Bill C-31 passed in 1985. She is part of the IndigeSTEAM board, the chair of her oil & gas companies Indigenous employee resource group, and a Kairos blanket exercise facilitator. She is honoured to be a part of the CIFS board and to live in this beautiful Treaty 7 territory.
Marilyn Shingoose - Elder
Marilyn is Saulteaux First Nation and was born in Kamsack, Saskatchewan. She belongs to the Cote Nation in Treaty 4 Territory. Marilyn and many of her family members, including her mother and her siblings were all forced to go to Residential School. First hand, Marilyn understands the impacts of the Residential School System and has devoted her career by educating others while using her personal journey. Based in Calgary and area, she is facilitates and trains through workshops and ceremonies. Marilyn is a respected Elder, Wisdom and Knowledge Keeper.
Joyce Healy - Elder
Joyce is a member of the Kainai First Nation, which is part of the Blackfoot Confederacy. She teaches Blackfoot language and introduction to native studies at Lethbridge College. Sparked by a deep passion to keep the stories of the Blackfoot peoples alive and relevant, Us san gah gee/Joyce Marie Healy is driven to continue teaching Blackfoot culture and language as a post-secondary instructor and Indigenous relations consultant. Embracing her role as an emerging elder, she continues to learn from her elders to ensure the rich history, culture and language are maintained.
Jamie Rozema Stinson
Jamie (ikkinaanskakii) is a proud member of the Metis Nation of Alberta. Jamie is from Mohkinstsis. She is Dutch on her dad's side and Metis and Blackfoot on her mom's. Her Metis family names are Vandal, Henry, Laderoute, Lucier and Brabant from the Red River Settlement in Manitoba and later northern Alberta. Her Blackfoot family name is Munroe from Two Medicine River in Montana. She is an active volunteer in the Metis community and spends her spare time connecting to culture through traditional arts such as beading, tufting, quillwork, and moccasin and capote making.
Darren Rea
Darren Rea is a Cree Métis artist and entrepreneur based in Calgary. His work blends painting with digital tools and AI, exploring identity, spirit, and transformation. Through his platform, LightNow.ca, he creates immersive visual experiences rooted in Indigenous culture and innovation.
Darren is the founder of Maskwa Mitehi, a mentorship initiative for Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the University of Calgary, with a Certificate in Leadership Studies.
Wanda Rose
Gwe', Ni'n Teluisi Wanda Rose. Tleyawi Stephenville, NL pasna wiki Mohkinsstsis. I am of French and Mi'kmaq heritage. Graduated from Dalhousie University as an Animal Health Technologist. Moved to Calgary 33 years ago from Halifax, NS. Started with the City of Calgary 28 years ago as an Animal Health Tech and then worked as a supervisor for 311 and decided to stay for 21 yrs. I am now enjoying working with Arts & Culture with a great group of people. In my spare time I love spending time with my three teens, husband and 2 Siberian cats. I have been involved with non for profit organizations for a number of years building relationships. I love travelling, camping, hiking, horseback riding and cycling. I also travel to NL every year to be with my friends and family. My passion is to learn everything I can about the Indigenous world views and build relationships with my Mi'kmaw family and all Indigenous Peoples.
Marla Wolf Leg
Oki Niisto annakok Sipiyaki (Night Woman) Nitomohtoto Siksika; Hello My name is Marla Wolf Leg I am a Proud Blackfoot member from the Siksika Nation, I am single mother of 3 adult children whom I raised on my own and a proud new grandmother of one baby girl, I have been living in the city of Calgary for the past 12 years, I currently sit on the Calgary Aboriginal Urban Advisory Committee with the City of Calgary as well a newly elected Board member for Pokaiks Reconciliation Society, this is my 1st year for both. I am currently employed with Tsuu’tina Nation as a Executive Assistant for their Citizenship Department. I look forward to building new friendships, to this new journey, meeting new people, and learning long the way
Jessica Clark
Jessica was born and raised in Mohkinstsis (Calgary) on Treaty 7 territory. She is Cree-Métis and mixed settler with current family ties to the Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement. Jessica is also a proud member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Jessica brings a strong sense of identity and advocacy to her work and community. As a communications professional with over 12 years of experience, Jessica believes in the healing and transformative power of storytelling, and the importance of centering Indigenous voices. She is passionate about arts and culture, and in her spare time she beads and tufts. Jessica is a proud auntie to two brilliant young women — a role she takes very seriously. She is honoured to participate on the Pokaiks Reconciliation Society board and bring her whole self to supporting community healing and resiliency.
Join Our Board of Directors
Interested in contributing to Pokaiks Reconciliation Society on a leadership level?
If you said yes, then we encourage you to consider applying to volunteer with us as part of our team! We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. The following positions are currently open:
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Event Planner/Marketing
- Committee Members
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Be a part of a movement that is making a tangible difference in the community.
- Growth: Gain valuable experience and skills in nonprofit management, cultural programming, and community outreach.
- Community: Join a network of like-minded individuals who are committed to fostering reconciliation and promoting the arts.
As a diverse group of individuals including First Nation, Métis, and non-Indigenous allies. We welcome anyone who shares our passion for the arts, education, and creating positive change within our community and a desire to participate in ReconciliACTION in a meaningful way to apply.
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