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Alison is a reconnectcor to her Mi’kmaw ancestry, who holds great responsibility for reconciliation through her settler heritage. With this she commits time each week for community service work. 

Alison advocates bringing Indigenous Knowledge Systems to the forefront of environmental practices and is a sought-after educator for Indigenizing and deconstructing colonial practices in educational-based organizations.  For over 8 years she has taught Indigenous Studies, ensuring the premise of ‘Nothing About Us, Without Us’ is followed. She is now in her second year of coaching teachers to follow the premise and practice of bringing authentic voices and truths to classrooms. With the guidance of Elders, Knowledge Holders, Land Stewards, Language Protectors, and Culture Carriers Alison strives to create relationships that bring lived experiences to youth. Although she is proud to be a volunteer for cultural and nature-based events, her greatest pride is being that of a helper. 

“Being blessed to guide others, is a gift I do not take lightly.  Advocacy through awareness & appreciation is my goal for those I guide. I am honoured to have Elders and Knowledge Holders steering me in this learning journey”

Elder Linda aka 'Kokum' is loved by all and holds her role as Kokum in all she does. Often you can hear students shout out across the park or local grocery store 'Kokum, Kokum...'  as they want to connect their families or friends with their beloved Elder.

Elder Linda is a true Matriarch, honoring her ancestral ways and embracing those around her regardless of where they are in their life journey.

From Kehewin Cree Nation and having Metis heritage, she holds a wealth of knowledge and teachings. She has been part of the In & Beyond the Classroom program for about 6 years now. She is also a sought-after Elder in the community and is an advisor Elder for many schools in the area. 

We are truly blessed to have Elder Linda’s guidance and advisory. Hiy Hiy Kokum!

Barry Welsey is a sought-after Elder and Land Guardian. He guides various industries, government sectors, and tourism-based organizations through ceremonies and protocols. 

He is an educator and organizer of various forums set to amplify Indigenous Knowledge Systems for Land Stewardship.  Elder Barry has been integral to the program In & Beyond the Classroom for Indigenous Studies for the past 6 years. 

With the Rocky Mountains being his ancestral home, since time immemorial, he holds and protects the Iyethka language that was born of the mountains. 

Having certification for Environmental Assessment and monitoring allows Barry the unique perspective and knowledge to effectively align indigenous knowledge systems with the Western science-based policies these certifications have been built upon.

His passion is to create safe spaces and places for Indigenous Knowledge Systems to guide Western Science. Being rooted in the original teachings given by Creator he honors the harmony and balance of all beings.

Isniyis Elder Barry