Staff Listing

Management

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John DeGiacomo

Executive Director

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 201

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Cheryl Bailey

Finance Manager

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 211

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Under the direction of the AETS Board of Directors, John supervises the management
team and is responsible to provide support for staff as well as plan, organize, monitor,
and evaluate programs and services.  Press Release and Appointment Links.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, Cheryl is responsible for the management and administration of Finances including the preparation, administration and monitoring of operating and capital budgets, monthly accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, purchasing, financial planning and reporting.

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Amber Legarde 

Operations Manager

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 203

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Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Operations Manager is primarily responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling the operations of AETS.  In addition to the operations, the Operations Manager is also responsible for the Human Resources & Health/Safety, Learning & Development and assists with Proposal Development.

Administration

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Katelyn Twance

Administrative Assistant

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 200

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Judy Currie

Finance Officer

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 210

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Under the direction of the Finance Manager, Katelyn handles reception, office management, meeting and seminar arrangements, greets and directs clients, maintains the database, monitors office supplies, and keeps office equipment and resource lists updated.

Under the direction of the Finance Manager, Judy is responsible for payroll, accounts receivable and payable, and the general ledger. Other duties include inputting accounting data, maintaining files, processing claims and invoices, and preparing bank reconciliations and financial reports.

 

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Stephen Hui

Systems Officer

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 214

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Under the direction of the Finance Manager, Stephen provides operational support to the organization.  The role will keep up on IT trends, programs and equipment to
enhance staff and clients of AETS as well as the Superior Database.

 

Programs & Services

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Nancy Bouchard

ISET Program Coordinator

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 202

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Bonnie Cordone

ISET Employment Officer

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 204

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Under the direction of the Executive Director, Nancy assists First Nations in preparing training proposals and employment plans. Through consultation with participating First Nations, Nancy determines local labour market needs, ensures legal and program requirements are met, as well as monitors approved projects.

Under the direction of the ISET Program Coordinator, Bonnie provides employment advising and referral assistance to First Nation Citizens both on and off reserve.  Duties also include assisting clients with career development and job search skills.  Other tasks include receiving funding requests, interpreting funding criteria and preparing analysis for the board of directors.

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Rachel Saxberg

ISET Program Coordinator (In-Training)

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 206

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Under the direction of the ISET Program Coordinator, Rachel assists First Nations in preparing training proposals and employment plans. Through consultation with participating First Nations, Nancy determines local labour market needs, ensures legal and program requirements are met, as well as monitors approved projects.

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Amanda Sawatzky

Age Well at Home Program Coordinator

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 404

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Lorraine Keough

Age Well at Home - Assistant

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 405

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Under the direction of the Operations Manager, Amanda provides operational support to the Age Well In Home Program which serves Elders within the nine AETS First Nation Communities.

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, Lorraine provides support to the Age Well In Home Program which recruits Volunteers who will assist Elders within the
AETS 9 First Nation Communities.

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Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Endzhi-gkinoohmaading Private High School Teacher

Office:  +1(807) 346-0307 ext. 212

Direct:  +1(807) 632-7717

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Daniel Beals

Continuing Education - Program Co-ordinator

Office:  +1(807) 346-0307 ext. 212

Direct:  +1(807) 632-7717

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Under the direction of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg (Pic River) Private High School Principal and in co-operation with the AETS Education Services Agreement, Adrienne provides support and instruction within an alternative continuing education model (i.e.: Independent Study, Small Group Courses – delivered online with possible face to face instruction for some courses) serving both on-reserve and off-reserve members who are working towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

High School Associates Link:  https://www.aets.org/associates 

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Program Co-ordinator is primarily responsible for administrative and operational support related to “An Education Systems Evolution: Improving High School Graduation Rates & Future Employment Outcomes for Anishinaabe Youth in Northwestern Ontario.” 

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Mark Jeffery

Labour Market Information & Skills Inventory Project - Employment Advisor

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 303 | +1(807) 698-5613

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Jordan Rousselle

Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program (PATP) - Project Co-ordinator

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 216

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Under the direction of Finance Manager, Mark is responsible for the Labour Market Information and Skills Inventory program while working with staff, committees, stakeholders, participants, and potential participants to gather statistical information from our nine first nation communities.

Under the direction of the Finance Manager, Jordan supports the Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program (PATP) by implementing marketing and outreach strategies, monitoring program participants, completing compliance and program reports, and liaising with delivery partners to ensure program delivery requirements are successfully fulfilled.

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Roderick Wigwas

Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program (PATP) - Project Assistant

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 218

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Under the direction of the PATP Co-ordinator, Rod supports the Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program (PATP) by liaising with all delivery partners to ensure program delivery requirements are successfully fulfilled.  Rod lives in Thunder Bay and is also a member of Kiashke Zaaging Anishinabek signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty. Roderick has worked towards an Aviation Management diploma while also working in many fields growing up such as Indigenous Sports & Wellness Ontario and Ka-Na-Chi-Hih where he gained skills working with indigenous people of all ages. He places his efforts in working towards building relations with his community and other First Nations, His passion is to one day provide support to his family and community for a better future.

 

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Emily McCauley

Wellness Initiative - Community Coordinator

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 402

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Sandi Erickson

Wellness Initiative - Life Skills Officer

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 406

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Under the direction of the Operations Manager, Emily supports the project administration, coordination and implementation of the Wellness Initiative Project.  Emily oversees and
assist the Life Skills Officer, Job Development Officer and Employment Advisor.  The
Wellness team will work towards bridging services for individuals with disabilities
from AETS's 9 First Nation Communities.

Under the direction of the Wellness Community Coordinator, Sandi will support the project administration, coordination and implementation of the Wellness Initiative Project. Sandi will oversee the Life Skills program to assist individuals with disabilities from AETS's 9 First Nation Communities to break down barriers to employment.

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Kallie Milani

Wellness Initiative - Job Developer

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 403

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Teegan Hardy

Wellness Initiative - Employment Advisor

+1(807) 346-0307 ext. 401 | +1(807) 698-5612

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Under the direction of the Wellness Community Co-ordinator, Kallie will support the project administration, coordination and implementation of the Wellness Initiative Project.  Kallie will oversee Job Development to coordinate employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities from AETS's 9 First Nation Communities with potential employers.

Under the direction of the Wellness Community Co-ordinator, Teegan supports the project administration, coordination and implementation of the Wellness Initiative Project.  Teegan will oversee and assist clients with gaining employment ability skills such as updated resume and cover letters, interview skills with disabled individuals from AETS's 9 First Nation Communities.