Helping People, Professionals, and Systems Thrive

The lands and waters that have shaped my life have also shaped my understanding of reconciliation. I currently live and work on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Peoples, including Nipissing and Dokis First Nations. Raised in Sudbury, I was fortunate to spend countless summers along the French River and the Gatineau River in Chelsea, Quebec. Throughout my life, I have lived, worked, learned, and raised my family on the traditional territories of many Indigenous Nations across what is now called Canada.

For too much of my life, I moved through these places without fully understanding the histories they carried. Today, I recognize that the lands where I learned, worked, played, celebrated, and built community are Indigenous homelands with rich histories, cultures, and relationships that long predate my presence here.

As someone of settler descent, I remain committed to learning through Indigenous-led teachings, building relationships, and ongoing reflection. This is continuing work that asks me to listen, learn, and consider how I show up in relationship with the people, communities, and lands that have shaped my life.

Read more about my commitment to reconciliation.