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I am a dedicated educator and trainer with extensive experience in Indigenous education, curriculum development, and community-based training. My work spans post-secondary teaching, crisis intervention instruction, and building trauma-informed, culturally safe learning environments that support Indigenous learners and police partnerships.
I am passionate about Indigenizing curricula, language revitalization, and equitable access to education. I collaborate with communities to develop inclusive programs, integrate land-based and Indigenous knowledge, and advocate for mental health and violence-prevention training.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Instructor at Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres
January 1, 2025 - PresentContinuous Learning: Working on Anti-Human Trafficking, Anger Management, Lateral Violence, Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin (I am a Kind Man anti-Violence against Women training) and Diabetes trainings.
Professor (Sessional) at Centennial College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025School of Community and Health Studies; taught Police Foundations: Professional Communications; Principles of Ethical Reasoning; Conflict Management; Canadian Criminal Justice System; Communication Skills; Indigenized curriculum and trauma-informed approaches.
Professor (Part-time) at Fleming College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024School of Continuing Education; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (SOCI100).
Professor (Partial Load) at Durham College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022Curriculum development and teaching across programs; integration of Indigenous and mental health self-care materials; built in land acknowledgments and Indigenous knowledge in coursework.
A/Bookkeeper at Superior Court of Justice, Oshawa
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016Maintained trust account of $1 million; daily banking; payment assessments; endorsed orders; managed multiple court financial tasks.
Court Recording Monitor at Superior Court of Justice, Oshawa
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016Operated recording equipment in courtrooms; supported Small Claims Court; performed Court Reporter and Court Registrar duties as needed.
Independent, Authorized Court Transcriptionist at Independent contracting business
January 1, 2009 - PresentTranscripts for all levels/types of court in Ontario; 140 wpm with 98% accuracy; collaborated with other ACTs on large projects.
Owner/Operator at My Home or Yours Yoga
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013Taught private classes and operated a yoga/pilates studio; varied programs including Hot Yoga and Prenatal Yoga.
Teaching Assistant at Trent University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008Canadian Political Studies; facilitated debates, developed essays, and supported exam preparation.
Coordinator (Training Portfolio) at Sexual Assault Survivors’ Support Line, York University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Developed publicity, fundraising, training portfolios; created a 150-page training manual; represented services publicly.
Facilities Assistant at Osgoode Professional Development
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Facilities support for program activities (2005-2006).
Junior Litigation Analyst at Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Developed case intake profiles and database of cases within DIAND jurisdiction.
Seasonal Sales Associate at Liquor Control Board of Ontario
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2008Seasonal retail positions providing customer service and sales.
Court Recording Monitor at Ministry of the Attorney General
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2016Operated court recording equipment in Toronto and Oshawa; contributed to Small Claims Court operations; performed duties akin to Court Reporter and Registrar as needed.
Independent Authorized Court Transcriptionist at Self-employed (ACT #8664799017)
January 1, 2009 - PresentIndependent contracting transcriber for Ontario courts; typing speed 140 w.p.m. with 98% accuracy; collaborated on large projects to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Education
Master of Arts at Trent University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at York University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Certificate, Anishinaabe Language Program at Durham College
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025Certificate, Reconciliation Through Indigenous Education at University of British Columbia
January 1, 2019 - December 7, 2025Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor at Crisis Prevention Institute
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation at University of Toronto
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainer Certificate at Synergy Movement
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008STOTT Pilates Instructor at Synergy Movement
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Master of Arts at Trent University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at York University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Certificate in Teaching and Training Adults (Anishinaabe Language Program) at Durham College
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025Reconciliation Through Indigenous Education Certificate at University of British Columbia
January 1, 2019 - December 7, 2025Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor Certification at Crisis Prevention Institute
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation at University of Toronto
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainer Certificate at Synergy Movement
January 1, 2008 - December 7, 2025STOTT Pilates Instructor Certificate at Synergy Movement
January 1, 2008 - December 7, 2025Qualifications
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025Reconciliation Through Indigenous Education Certificate
January 1, 2019 - December 7, 2025Anishinaabe Language Program Certificate
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainer Certificate
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008STOTT Pilates Instructor
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Certificate, Durham College – Anishinaabe Language Program
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor Certification
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025Reconciliation Through Indigenous Education Certificate
January 1, 2019 - December 7, 2025Teaching and Training Adults Anishinaabe Language Program Certificate
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation
January 1, 2018 - December 7, 2025200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainer Certificate
January 1, 2008 - December 7, 2025STOTT Pilates Instructor Certificate
January 1, 2008 - December 7, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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