Meet Our Team

Rebecca Chartrand - President, CEO

Rebecca Chartrand

President, CEO

Rebecca is an Anishinaabe First Nations woman from Treaty 4 territory in Manitoba. She carries a strong sense of pride in her identity and is regarded for her integrity, courage, voice, and charismatic presence. She has worked to advance Indigenous achievement by bridging between diverse…

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Jo Ann Pinera - Executive Assistant & Project Administrator

Jo Ann Pinera

Executive Assistant & Project Administrator

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Jo Ann, currently serving as the Executive Assistant & Project Administrator at Indigenous Strategy Alliance, is an invaluable member of the team with an extensive background in administrative and communications coordination. As a second-generation Filipino immigrant living and working in Treaty…

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Keith LaVallie - Vice President of Human Capital and Stakeholder Relations Officer

Keith LaVallie

Vice President of Human Capital and Stakeholder Relations Officer

Dr. Keith LaVallie is a distinguished leader with deep roots in Indigenous communities. As Vice President of Indigenous Strategy Alliance, he brings 28 years of invaluable experience working with Indigenous organizations across North America (Canada/United States) to the organization.

A proud…

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Duane Brothers - EDI, Anti-Racism Specialist

Duane Brothers

EDI, Anti-Racism Specialist

Duane is a passionate career educator who has taught at all grade levels, before serving as the Assistant Superintendent of the Seven Oaks School Division, Superintendent/CEO of the Sunrise School Division, before finishing his career as the Superintendent/CEO of the Louis Riel School Division. He…

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Tanisha Chartrand - Event Coordinator

Tanisha Chartrand

Event Coordinator

Tanisha, a Cree and Ojibway mother, educator, and published author from Misipawistik Cree Nation, is a rising leader in her workspaces and community. Armed with a Bachelor of Arts and Education from the University of Winnipeg, she currently teaches at an Independent High School in Winnipeg’s inner…

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Kaylah Chartrand - Event Coordinator

Kaylah Chartrand

Event Coordinator

Kaylah Chartrand, an Oji-Cree educator and rising matriarch residing and working in Treaty One Territory. With nine years in education, currently serving in the Seven Oaks School Division, Kaylah began her journey as an educational assistant, where she discovered her deep passion for Indigenous…

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Michelle Boivin - Associate

Michelle Boivin

Associate

I am pleased to share some exciting news about our ongoing collaboration with Michelle Boivin. While Michelle remains passionately committed to her own brand, which she has built with dedication and excellence over the years, she will continue to work in association with our Indigenous Strategy…

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Babajide Oni - Associate

Babajide Oni

Associate

Babajide Oni is an associate with the Indigenous Strategy Alliance. Feel free to call me “Baba” for short. Originally, Baba is an Indigenous Yoruba Descent from Nigeria in West Africa. Babajide has over ten years of professional experience in environmental management planning, impact assessment,…

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Dawn Rodgers -

Dawn Rodgers

Dawn Rodgers is a founder and former Co-Executive Director of the Momentum Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her visionary leadership and commitment to the programs vision have been central to the program’s success.


An adept writer, researcher, and data analyst, Dawn has consistently applied her…

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Robyn Hartley - Indigenous Executive Search Lead

Robyn Hartley

Indigenous Executive Search Lead

Robyn has nearly three decades of search experience, including leadership-level roles in search and recruitment, recruitment process redesign/modernization, sales management, account management and consultative client relations. As a seasoned search specialist, senior project manager, and former…

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Stephen Penner - Associate

Stephen Penner

Associate

Stephen Penner is an Assistant Professor in the department of Indigenous Studies. A Wêmistikôsiw (Eeyou Cree for Settler), Stephen understands the responsibility of walking and acting like a Skaabe, or helper, in Annishinaabemowin. He has learned from Elders, Indigenous scholars, and knowledge…

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Cindy Allard -

Cindy Allard

Congratulations to Cindy Allard on her new role as General Secretary for the Manitoba Metis Federation! We are thrilled to see Cindy take on this important leadership position. Her skills, dedication, and experience will undoubtedly be a great asset to the MMF as it continues to grow and serve the…

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Ben Carr -

Ben Carr

Ben Carr, although began as the Vice President of Indigenous Strategy Alliance, he has made a significant career transition, having been elected to the Canadian House of Commons on June 19, 2023, as the representative for Winnipeg South Centre. This milestone marks a pivotal shift from his initial…

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