Meet the Staff

Amanda MacIntyre
Communications Officer

Amanda joined the NCPEI team in September of 2008. Previously employed as the Program Coordinator for the Celebrate Canada Committee for PEI, Amanda brings to our organization skills in event planning, media relations, fundraising, project development, volunteer management, and workshop delivery. She has extensive experience in facilitating and coordinating youth employment programs and has worked with youth at risk for several years. Amanda holds a BA in Sociology/Anthropology from UPEI and is currently working towards completing her Masters Degree in Criminology.

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 225

Email:  communications@ncpei.com


Adam Joyce
Cultural Connections

 Adam, orgiinally from Corner Brook, Newfoundland, moved to Prince Edward Island in 1998. He graduated from U.P.E.I. in 2006 with a Bachelor of Education degree, specializing in Aboriginal Education.

Adam spent the past four (4) years teaching full-time in Alberta and Prince Edward Island and is excited to have the opportunity to work with the Native Council of PEI.

Adam has a passion for working with children of all ages and is looking forward to meeting and learning from our Island's Aboriginal youth.

"We must do all that we can, to give our children the best in education and social upbringing - for they shall be the leaders of tomorrow" ~ John F. Kennedy (1917-63)

Email: youth@ncpei.com

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 234 


Cora Sock
Sisters in Spirit Coordinator

Cora Sock is the new Sisters in Spirit Program Manager for Grandmothers House. She is a Mi'Kmaq from Scotchfort and was born and raised here on our beautiful homeland. Cora was raised Traditional and remains a Traditional Mi'kmaq woman.

Both her parents are well respected Elders of their own Native communities. Cora has 5 wonderful brothers and 1 amazing sister. Cora has been a single mother to two amazing young men Justin and C.J , she also has two amazing grandsons Hunter and Cohl.

Cora has traveled many places and worked many jobs (mostly with elderly, disabled and youth).

"The most satisfying job is where you can help just that one person. I love to help people in every way I can. I love to see people smile. My gift in life is to be there to make a difference even for that one person. The kindness and compassion I have seen from those special people who take the time to offer whatever they can has been just over whelming. I feel honored to be working here at Grandmothers House." ~

Tel: (902) 367-3339
Email: grandmotherhouse@eastlink.ca


Darragh Murray
Employment and Training

Darragh is currently on maternity leave.

 


Janet Gallant
Office Administrator

Janet Gallant graduated from Kensington Intermediate Senior High School in 2000. After graduating from high school, Janet became very active within the Native Council. She has been a member of the council for 13 years and has been an employee since 2001.  Janet is currently working as the office administrator as well as assisting the finance department with data entry.

Janet takes great pride in her children and enjoys volunteering at the Annual Abegweit Pow-wow held in Panmure Island.

Email: admin@ncpei.com

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 0


Jane Laird
Skills Link - Youth Workplace Instructor

Jane graduated from Mt.A University in 2003 with a Major in History and Commerce & Canadian studies minors. In 2005, Jane graduated from UPEI with her Education Degree with a specialization in Aboriginal Education.

Jane started at the Native Council of Prince Edward Island in October 2009. Jane has a strong desire to assist Aboriginal individuals to reach their goals of receiving their education and reaching their full potential. 

Jane resides in Queens County with her fiance and two little boys.

Email: gedinstructor@ncpei.com

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 226


Jayne Tremere
Finance/Human Resources Director

Jayne has been an Associate Member of the Native Council of Prince Edward Island since 2005 and during the 35th Annual General Assembly members passed a Resolution to make her an Honorary Member of the Native Council of Prince Edward Island, being accepted by the Off-reserve Aboriginal Membership of the Native Council of PEI for her wishes to support and dedication to the Council's aims and objectives.

Jayne is a graduate of the Accounting Technology program from Holland College. Upon graduating Jayne accepted the Bookkeeping/Tenant Support position with the Nanegkam Housing Corporation. Jayne was responsible for all financial aspects for the Housing Corporation for 3 years. In 2006, Jayne accepted the Financial Controller position within the Native Council of Prince Edward Island. Jayne still is actively involved with the Nanegkam Housing Corporation, as she holds the position of Administrative Support to the Board of Directors of Nanegkam. Jayne also is actively involved in the Province's Homelessness Initiatives. Jayne holds a voting position on the Homelessness Partnering Strategy Committee. Jayne also volunteers and sits on various committees including: Annual Pow Wow, Shelter Task Force, Economic Development and Affordable Housing.

Jayne resides in Kings County with her family.

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 227

Email: jayne@ncpei.com


Jenna Burke
Employment & Training Program

Jenna graduated from the Child and Youth Care Worker Program at Holland College in 2006. She has been involved with the Native Council since moving here in 1997. In the past, she has served as a Youth Board of Director for the Native Council and  Provincial Youth Representative for the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples.

Jenna has continued to be an advocate for Aboriginal youth and enjoys empowering the younger generation to make positive changes in their lives.

Cultural Connections Program
Native Council of PEI
(902) 892.5314 ext 226
youth@ncpei.com
 


Jordan Crane
L'nu Fisheries/Kelewatl Commission

Jordan Crane has been a member of the Native Council since 1992. His first position working within the Native Council of Prince Edward Island was as a summer student working on the Midgell River Enhancement project. After graduating from Morell Regional High School in 1994, Jordan went to work as the Supervisor of the Midgell River Enhancement Project. In 1998 he became the Fisheries Coordinator for the Native Council of Prince Edward Island.

In 2007 the Native Council of Prince Edward Island formed the Kelewatl Natural life Harvesting Commission where Jordan is now presently the Commissioner. Jordan is also President of L'nu Fisheries Limited the Aboriginal Communal Commercial Fishing Entity of the Native Council of Prince Edward Island. He represents the Organization on numerous Species Advisory Committees on a Federal and Provincial level, He is also involved with PEI Atlantic Salmon Advisory Committee, Morell River Management Coop, Abegweit Pow Wow Committee and works with Species At Risk projects. Jordan volunteers his time at the annual Abegweit Pow Wow each year as well as at other NCPEI functions and events.

Jordan presently resides in the community of Bristol with his family. Jordan is both an active hunter and fisher and brings many years of valuable experience to the Organization.

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext: 233

Email: jordan@ncpei.com


Kim Gallant
Diabetes Program Coordinator/Membership

Kim Gallant has been a full member of the Native Council of Prince Edward Island for 24 years. Kim has worked for the Organization for a term of service of 22 years, holding many positions including; Employment & Training (Zone 1), Membership and for the past ten (10) years has been the Coordinator of the National Diabetes Initiative. Kim is currently reviewing and implementing changes to the Membership Criteria as approved by the Membership during the 2009 Annual Assembly.

Kim has been a driving force in planning and volunteering for the Annual Pow Wow for many years. She is an active volunteer, assisting with programming and activities within the community iIncluding helping with the fisheries program and the Cultural Connections Youth Program.

Kim lives in Kensington, PE with her husband and shares her free time with her three lovely children and grandchildren.

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 232

Email: kcgallant615@hotmail.com


Naomi Crane
MAARS - Aquaculture Marketing Development Officer

Naomi Crane, Aquaculture Marketing Development Officer (AMDO)
is the multi-stakeholder lead deployed to Prince Edward Island as the
AMDO contact advisor to L’Nu Fisheries LTD. Naomi is stationed
in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island with L’nu Fisheries Ltd.,
which is venturing into aquaculture.

Naomi is a Mi’kmaq who resides on Traditional Ancestral Mi’kmaq
Homelands (off-reserve) in Prince Edward Island. Naomi has been involved in Prince Edward Island’s Aquaculture Industry for the last ten years, working in various sectors of the industry including, lobster processing, research on Atlantic Salmon, and the spawning and rearing of various finfish species such as Salmon, Arctic Char, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout and Striped Bass.

Naomi participated in an internship provided by the Atlantic Vet College, in partnership with the Native Council of Prince Edward Island. It is here where Naomi received both the hands-on and classroom based training in finfish technology as well as flow-through and recirculation systems. Since then, Naomi has worked as a Level III Hatchery Technician and as a Hatchery Supervisor in an egg-toplate facility, giving Naomi the opportunity to meet valuable contacts within the Aquaculture Industry.

Email: ncrane@mapcorg.ca


Pam O'Neill
Hep'd Up on Life Coordinator

Pam O’Neill has been working with the NCPEI since 2007 when she took over the Hep C awareness youth program Hep’d Up On Life. Pam is a Child and Youth worker currently working on her degree in this field. After a 20 year career in the health care field she is enjoying helping to empower Native youth in taking control of their health issue’s. In addition to having been appointed Vice Chairperson for the Board of AIDSPEI she is also representing the NCPEI as a member of the board for the Rape and Sexual Assault Crisis Center.

Email: hepc@ncpei.com

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext: 236


Robbie Ashley
Policy Researcher

Robbie was born in Summerside and raised in Kensington, PE. He graduated from Kensington Intermediate Senior High in the spring of 1999. Robbie continued his education by enrolling in the University of Prince Edward Island and is a 2010 graduate with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Economics.

Robbie comes to the Organization and is eager to contiue his learning and workplace experience.

Robbie took a six month leave from studies to backpack through seven different countries in Central and South America. He currently resides in Charlottetown with his wife.

 

Phone: (902) 892-5314 ext 235
Email: robbie@ncpei.com


Tim Sock
NNADAP Coordinator

Tim Sock is married to a wonderful wife and the proud father of two girls. Tim is a recovering alcoholic and with help from people in such programs as this one offered at the Native Council. Tim is now in a better place in life.
"The main reason I am here is to return what was given to me from people who helped me recover from my addictions in the past and to give back to others. I want to show them that there are still people out there to help in the process of recovery and to maintain their sobriety."

Tim brings to the position a great understanding of how addiction works and knowledge of resources to help for with addictions. Tim's door is always open and if there are any questions or any type of help members need, please feel free to contact him at anytime at 892-5314 ext 228.

Email: nnadap@ncpei.com