Jenna Andersen Gilbride

Makkovik, Newfoundland Deputy Minister of the Department of Language, Culture and Tourism, Nunatsiavut Government Jenna Andersen Gilbride is a Labrador Inuk born, raised and currently living in the Inuit region of Nunatsiavut. Jenna has a passion for northern economic development and a heart for the environment. Her career has focused on promoting the Arctic, mostly […]

Minnie Annahatak

Kangirsuk, Quebec Executive member of Kativik Regional Government, Kativik Regional Government Minnie Annahatak loves being out on the land year round, gathering, hunting, and fishing, with a particular enjoyment of ice fishing in extreme winter conditions. She is also skilled in making Inuit clothing, creating warm and durable garments for her immediate and extended family. […]

Papatsi Anrango Kotierk

Iqaluit, Nunavut Assistant Director – Social Policy Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. As an Inuk woman in Canada, Papatsi developed a passion for Inuit rights, self-determination, education, language and culture. This led to her starting her career at Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI), the Inuit Treaty Organization representing Nunavut Inuit, in 2021. She is currently the Assistant Director […]

Laura Arngna’naaq

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories Senior Manager, Northern Programs MakeWay Foundation Professionally, Killulark (Laura) Arngna’naaq is interested in supporting the North, including community and the land. She supports work across the three territories through grant making and administrative support to community lead work. Identifying the need for additional supports for artists in the NWT, she has been […]

Melanie Arsenault

Cochrane, Alberta Commanding Officer Real Properties Operations Unit (West), Department of National Defence, Canadian Armed Forces Lieutenant-Colonel Melanie Arsenault is a Canadian Armed Forces Construction Engineering Officer and licensed Professional Engineer with a passion for infrastructure, inclusive design, and organizational improvement. She has served across Canada and overseas, including a deployment to Afghanistan and command […]

Anita Abraham

Brampton, Ontario President, CEWIL Canada Anita Abraham is driven by the big questions: how people learn, how different forms of knowledge can transform lives, and how education can be designed for justice. With over 20 years in higher education, she combines reflection, systems thinking, and a relational approach to design programs, student opportunities, and community […]

Adebola Adefioye

Sudbury, Ontario Founder & Executive Director, Afro Women and Youth Foundation Adebola Adefioye is a recognized social impact leader, educator, and PhD student advancing equity and systems change across Canada. She is the Executive Director of the Afro Women and Youth Foundation (AWYF), a registered charity, and Team Lead of Adebola Adefioye Consulting, where she […]

Taiwo Afolabi

Regina, Saskatchewan Full Professor/Executive Strategic Advisor, University of Regina Dr. Taiwo Afolabi is an award-winning researcher, educator, entrepreneur, and community leader. His career reflects a commitment to excellence and innovation across a variety of domains and global contexts. In addition to being a full professor, Dr. Afolabi is a Canada Research Chair, 3M National Teaching […]

Lauren Alcorn

Montreal-West, Quebec Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships and Government Relations, One Drop Foundation Lauren Alcorn is Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships and Government Relations at the One Drop Foundation in Montréal. She brings more than 20 years of experience in the non‑profit sector, specializing in climate‑resilient water access (SDG 6) and cross‑sector partnerships. Lauren is deeply […]

Mohamed AbdAllah

St John’s, Newfoundland Executive Director, Connections for Seniors Mohamed Abdallah is a mission‑driven leader with a strong commitment to ethical leadership, service, and systems‑level solutions that strengthen communities. He is the Founder and CEO of Connections for Seniors, where he works with teams and partners to advance affordable housing and supportive services for older adults. […]