About The Reclamation And Healing Department

About Rachel Kakegamic

“My name is Rachel Kakegamic and I am a member of Peguis First Nation, in Treaty 1 territory. As a mother of 8 and an intergenerational surivivor, I am no stranger to breaking cycles. Because of the effects of the residential school system on my childhood, I pursued my Masters Degree in Social Work in order to help others on their healing journey. I strive to use my extensive knowledge working in child welfare, mental health, clinical therapy and healthcare to support and address the needs of survivors of the Indian Residential School system.”

About Tanya Forneri

Hello, my name is Tanya Forneri, and I am of settler descent of Scottish and English ancestry. I was born and mostly raised in Thunder Bay which I acknowledge as the traditional territory of Fort William First Nation, original signatories of the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. I am a pending graduate of the Indigenous Social Work Program with Laurentian University. I have been employed with NAN for 10 years and it is through my employment with NAN that led me to further my education for a better understanding of the relationship between Indigenous people and Canada. This understanding provided a pivotal moment in my life that made me want to be a better ally as this history was unknown to me prior to working with NAN. I am passionate about equity, equality, and social justice for all, and I look forward to working with the Reclamation and Healing Team in Serving the NAN territory.

About Ocean Moberly

“Hello! My name is Ocean Moberly and I am a member of Buffalo River Dene Nation. I am the final generation on my biological dad’s side to be adopted out due to 60s scoop. I am thankful for my traditional upbringing by my Anishinaabe and Nehiyaw grandparents, Walter and Maria Linklater, and my parents, Lyndon Linklater and Holly Sault, who raised me. Three of my grandparents are survivors of Indian Residential Schools. I am passionate about serving our Indigenous people from all walks of life because so many different people from different backgrounds have contributed to my life in positive ways.”

About Brittany Stinson-McGee

Sekon! Boozhoo! Hello! My name is Brittany Stinson-McGee. I call the North Shores of Lake Superior home, where I was raised and now raise my adventurous young daughter. I grew up disconnected from my family and Kanyen’kehà:ka heritage due to the intergenerational affects on my Akshótha attending residential school. I am proud to be reclaiming my heritage for my family, learning the teachings, language, traditions and ceremonies of my people. I do this in honour of my Akshótha, our ancestors and to honour my daughter and myself. 

About Nicole Baxter

Boozhoo, Manidoo Mushikiki Mitig nindizhinikaaz. Nindonjibaa Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek. Niidodem Migizi & Ma’iingan.

I take time to present myself in my spirit name, where I am from and that I am dual clans of eagle and wolf for the respect of myself and you. I am an independent mother of 2 young adults who teach and remind me of lifelong love.

I am in this position to be utilized as a helper for those who require my time, space and energy. I would consider myself a place of safety for those who need to speak, ask questions and/or provide feedback for the trials and tribulations they have endured in their time.

My life experience has allowed me to view others from a perspective of gratitude. I am thankful to be sharing their space and for allowing me to share mine. These moments are sacred and are not to be taken lightly. I have worked with many types of people of all ages, in many forms of health status from birth to palliative and have grown from each interaction.

I look forward to the journey that comes. My outlook is that this life presents us with an abundance of lessons that move us and help us through this walk of life.

Moving with curiosity and gratitude,

Nicole Baxter

About Felicia Sagutch

“Hello, My name is Felicia Sagutch and I am from Eabametoong First Nation. I am a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 4. I speak fluent in my Ojibwe language and I am an Indian Residential School intergenerational survivor. Since 2016, I have been working at NAN under the IRS Residential School program. This program helped me learn more about the Indian Residential Schools, their history and the legacy, and the devasting impacts it brought to our families and communities. I grew up around Indian Residential School Survivors which includes my mother and sister. I have a good understanding of Indian Residential Schools and how we are impacted today and the residual impact it leaves on our lives. I believe in bringing awareness and educating our Nation about the history of Residential Schools and what it is doing to our fellow survivors and their families. I also believe in promoting healing and the understanding of why we are the way are today. Together as a Nation we can move forward in healing through our ceremonies and prayers.”

About VACANT POSITION. 

VACANT POSITION.