“I've had the utmost pleasure to work in close collaboration with John for many years and his leadership, stewardship, and strategic approach have made our projects tremendously successful. His intentional communication style is very effective at creating consistent outcomes and setting cristal clear expectations. If you are looking for a strong advocate for your project or your community, an expert in knowledge sharing and capacity building, or someone that can champion multidimensional value creation with integrity, John should be your first call!”
About
Driven by the spirit of Self-Determination, grounded by the values I live by everyday; I strive to be an Indigenous world class leader with integrity and is industrious, innovative, and inclusive.
I have a passion for engagement and utilization of best practice, good governance, and accountability. This includes my work as a senior business leader, professional, entrepreneur, lifelong student, community advocate and the many volunteer opportunities I make time for. My assertiveness and my passion for problem solving and bringing people together has provided me many leadership opportunities. I use my skills and experience to effectively and positively engage all and any, leave a lasting impression, and removing barriers in other’s own capacity development. As an Indigenous person, I strive to be a positive role model, build on the wealth of our people, make positive contributions to our shared society, and make myself accessible to those who could benefit from my experience.
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C-59 could have a chilling effect on every industry’s ability to speak to Canadians about the environment. See CAPP’s full statement…
C-59 could have a chilling effect on every industry’s ability to speak to Canadians about the environment. See CAPP’s full statement…
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While not personally participating directly in the Arctic Frontiers Emerging Leaders program, I know many personally who have and it left an…
While not personally participating directly in the Arctic Frontiers Emerging Leaders program, I know many personally who have and it left an…
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Dakota Dunes Thermal Spa is fast becoming a reality! Progress in motion. #DakotaDunesResort #DakotaDunesThermalSpa #Spa #TourismSaskatchewan…
Dakota Dunes Thermal Spa is fast becoming a reality! Progress in motion. #DakotaDunesResort #DakotaDunesThermalSpa #Spa #TourismSaskatchewan…
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Experience
Education
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Activities and Societies: PEMAC
Maintenance Tactics, Work Management, CMMS, Financial Management, Human Resources, and Operations Managemeent.
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Focus around teambuilding, leadership and business strategy. Skills learned include: People skills of management such as how to manage, how to communicate effectively, and how to lead. management skills that are both integrative and strategic, gaining a deeper understanding of organizations and their local and global context.
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A specilization in Rhetorical communication. The courses cover topics in professional writing and editing, public speaking, communication ethics, interpersonal dynamics, leadership development, persuasion and influence, conflict resolution and negotiation
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Activities and Societies: Northern Administration Students Association, Indigenous Students' Council, Canadian Aboriginal Scientists and Technologists Society
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This certificate aims to provide a fundamental understanding of Environmental and Radiation monitoring and protection principles. Courses include radiation protection principles, proper sampling and collection techniques, data interpretation, and statistical analysis.
Licenses & Certifications
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Evaluation, Repair, Protection ans Strengthening of Existing Concrete Structures
Vector Construction Ltd.
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Pumps & Pump Systems
American Trainco
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Slurry Pipeline Systems Design
Patterson & Cooke - SRC
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Eco-Tec Water Treatment System
Eco-Tec
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NFPA 472: Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents - Awareness Level
Fire Etc
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NFPA 472:Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents- Operational Level
Fire Etc
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Occupational Health Committee Level 2
Saskatchewan Labour Relations and Workplace Safety
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Occupational Health Committees Level 1
Saskatchewan Labour Relations and Workplace Safety
Issued
Volunteer Experience
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Past President
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
- Present 1 year 4 months
APEGS is the self-governing organization responsible to the people of Saskatchewan for licensing engineers and geoscientists in the province, and for regulating the practice of these professions in the public interest. Council is the governing body of APEGS and is accountable for administering the affairs of the Association and the requirements of The Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act. Council also brings proposals to the government to ensure that the public interest remains protected…
APEGS is the self-governing organization responsible to the people of Saskatchewan for licensing engineers and geoscientists in the province, and for regulating the practice of these professions in the public interest. Council is the governing body of APEGS and is accountable for administering the affairs of the Association and the requirements of The Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act. Council also brings proposals to the government to ensure that the public interest remains protected as the practice of engineering and geoscience change.
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Director
Indigenous Resource Network
- 3 years
Economic Empowerment
The Indigenous Resource Network was established in May 2020 to provide a platform for Indigenous workers, business owners and leaders who support Indigenous engagement in the resource sector. We feel the public debate over resource development in Canada has become polarized and divisive. Yet the majority of people, Indigenous and non, want the same thing: to see environmentally responsible projects that have the consent and involvement of the communities most affected go ahead.
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Board Chair
Indigenous Manufacturing & Contracting Network
- 1 year
Economic Empowerment
An evolution of the Indigenous owned construction companies group- Founding member inspired to create an organization to improve the quality of life of Indigenous people and generate long-term prosperity through the support and promotion of Indigenous business and individuals in the manufacturing and contracting sectors
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Director
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA)
- 3 years
The Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) is an industry-funded, membership-based, non-profit organization that provides cost-effective, accessible safety training and advice to employers and employees in the construction industry throughout the province to reduce the human and financial losses associated with injuries. Registered March 22, 1995 the SCSA is, and has been since inception, committed to injury prevention. Serving almost 10,000 member companies, the vision of the SCSA…
The Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) is an industry-funded, membership-based, non-profit organization that provides cost-effective, accessible safety training and advice to employers and employees in the construction industry throughout the province to reduce the human and financial losses associated with injuries. Registered March 22, 1995 the SCSA is, and has been since inception, committed to injury prevention. Serving almost 10,000 member companies, the vision of the SCSA is to create the Safest Construction Environment in Canada through its mission of Constructing Safety Leadership.
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Chair - Indigenous Sub-Committee
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
- 7 years 2 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
Provide leadership on initiatives to increase awareness and participation of Indigenous peoples in STEM
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Committee member - Equity and Diversity
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
- 7 years 5 months
Science and Technology
To provide leadership and information for the Association and greater community on equity/diversity matters, where “Equity Groups” includes Persons with Disabilities, Women in Under-represented Occupations, Visible Minorities, Aboriginal Persons, and International Graduates.
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Employer Co Chair - Alternate: Occupational Health Committee
Cameco Corporation
- 3 years 1 month
Health
To provide guidance in ensuring the development and growth of a healthy safety culture. Duties include facilitating meetings and providing technical information on the assessment and control of safety concerns. Duties also include accident investigation and providing corrective action recommendations.
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Jury member - Scholarship Selection
Indspire
- 4 years 1 month
Education
As needed - Sit on a jury selection committee for Indspire (Post-Secondary Education) PSE scholarships. This requires going through 100+ applications and qualitatively/quantitatively assessing applications demonstrating achievement and involvement in the community as well as contribution to the Indigenous community.
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Alumni Namesake Mentor
University of Saskatchewan
- 2 years 5 months
Education
Work with University Learning Centre as a mentor to student peer mentors in areas of community engagement, collaborative learning, program/career exploration, and academic enrichment. Student Peer mentors lead learning communities through the first year experience and my role was to help them through this process. Through this role I was also able to engage the first-years with my experiences and success in post-secondary.
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President
Indigenous Students Council
- 1 year 4 months
Politics
Provide oversight and leadership to council and activities. Develop and sustain relationships among university partners. Develop leaders among the Indigenous student body and promote inclusion in all University activities.
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Treasurer
Northern Administration Students Association
- 1 year
Education
Provide oversight and guidance on financial activities related to the operating budget and conference budget. Develop proposals for annual conference budget including costing and estimates.
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President
Northern Administration Students Association
- 1 year 9 months
Education
Develop policies and programs related to success of northern Saskatchewan Student integration into post-secondary. Develop and execute strategies to increase membership, participation and experience of northern students. Provide oversight and leadership to council on operating activities.
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Industrial Firefighter - Captain
Cameco Corporation
- 5 years 11 months
Health
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Emergency response and preparedness, incident command, fire team leadership and team development, equipment maintenance and inspections, high angle rope rescue, vehicle extrication, fire fighting, hazardous material response.
Honors & Awards
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Engineers Canada Fellow - FEC
Engineers Canada
The fellowships honour individuals who have given noteworthy service to the engineering profession through their work with either Engineers Canada or its provincial and territorial engineering regulators.
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Honorary Geoscientists Canada Fellow - FEC (Hon)
Geoscientists Canada
The Geoscientists Canada Fellowship honours individuals who have given noteworthy service to the geoscience profession, through service to Geoscientists Canada, service to one of the provincial and territorial regulatory bodies that are the constituent associations of Geoscientists Canada, or service in another capacity.
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Queens Platinum Jubilee Medal
Government of Saskatchewan
For outstanding service in volunteerism and Reconciliation.
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Community Service Award
American Indian Science and Engineering Society
Award to recognize those that actively support AISES mission of increasing diversity, and inclusion in all areas STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
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Indigenous Leadership Award
University of Saskatchewan - JSGSPP
Award for Indigenous graduate students exemplary leadership in academics and the community.
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Engineers Canada-TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Award
Engineers Canada
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Engaged Young Alumni Award
University of Saskatchewan
The USSU Young Alumni Excellence Award is given annually by the U of S Alumni Association for alumni who:
• have graduated in the past 5 years,
• are 35 years of age or younger,
• are actively involved in the community, and
• have maintained a strong connection with the University of Saskatchewan.
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Scotiabank Aboriginal Business Education Award
Scotia Bank
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Mechncial Engineering Industrial Design Award
College of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Department
Award for best industrial design project and presentation.
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Walter Murray Leadership Award
University of Saskatchewan Students' Union
This award is presented to a student who has provided leadership beyond the call of duty in enhancing the student experience at the University of Saskatchewan
"There are among us leaders that go far beyond what we think one is capable of achieving. These people are rare and we should consider ourselves fortunate to have them in our midst. This award is for those individuals that bolster this institution and its students in significant ways. It is for those individuals that inspire us all…This award is presented to a student who has provided leadership beyond the call of duty in enhancing the student experience at the University of Saskatchewan
"There are among us leaders that go far beyond what we think one is capable of achieving. These people are rare and we should consider ourselves fortunate to have them in our midst. This award is for those individuals that bolster this institution and its students in significant ways. It is for those individuals that inspire us all to succeed." - USSU
Languages
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Cree
Limited working proficiency
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English
Full professional proficiency
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