Module Instructors
 | Gary Pritchard Resource Manager Saugeen Ojibway Nation, Environment Office Gary brings a wealth of knowledge and a wide variety of services including: Indigenous Community Planning, land-use/traditional knowledge studies, capacity building, mediator between western science and traditional science and peer reviewer on behalf of Indigenous communities. Read more here |
| Julie Kapyrka Lands and Resources Consultation Officer Curve Lake First Nation Originally from Ottawa, Ontario, Julie came to Peterborough to complete a B.A. Hons. and Master’s Degree in Archaeology/Anthropology which led to a PhD in Indigenous Studies. Dr. Kapyrka has developed several curricula and instructed for Trent University in the Indigenous Environmental Studies Program, and at Fleming College in the Ecological Restoration Program. Read more here |
 | Doran Ritchie Resource Manager Saugeen Ojibway Nation, Environment Office Doran has a diverse background working with Federal, Provincial, Environmental Groups, Other First Nations, Parks Canada, Archeology, Resource Managers, Law Enforcement. Doran uses his past experiences and how sovereignty and the advancement of rights can be achieved. Read more here |
 | Matt McPherson Partner OKT Law Matt McPherson is a Partner at OKT. Matt advises First Nations and Indigenous governments and organizations across the country on Aboriginal and treaty rights, resource development, and regulatory processes. He has particular experience in matters related to the protection of water and fisheries, and associated environmental regulatory frameworks.Read more here |
 | Joselyn Keeshig, First Nations Administrator Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation Joselyn Keeshig, Manager of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) Environment Office and proud member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. The Environment Office coordinates the Duty to Consult in the Traditional Territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation [SON]. Read more here |
 | Larissa S. Archambault, Principal, BA, LLM, MBA, PMP, SIPC INSPIRED CAPITAL INC. * University of Cumbria Toronto, Ontario, Canada Larissa Schlensker is the Principal of Inspired Capital Inc., a sustainability think-tank & angel investor focusing on impact & mission investment, micro-lending, capacity & knowledge building within local and communal business, initiatives, and projects. Read more here |
Faculty and Instructors
Foundations Course Faculty
 | Indigenous Faculty Lead Dan Longboat Roronhiakewen (He Clears the Sky), Director of the Indigenous Environmental Program at Trent. Dan Longboat is Mohawk from the Six Nations of the Grand River. He is Director of the Indigenous Environmental Program at Trent. Read more here |
 | Onsite Program Facilitator Dr. Asaf Zohar, Ph.D. (York), M.E.S., B.A. Chair – Masters in Sustainable Studies Program Trent University Dr. Zohar’s research examines the processes and enabling conditions that promote the translation of visions and missions of sustainability into successful organizing strategies and actions. Read more here |
 | Master of Ceremonies Michael S. Jacobs, General Manager Cambium Indigenous Professional Services. Michael is a member of the Curve Lake First Nation and is currently the General Manager of Cambium Indigenous Professional Services. Michael’s speciality is management consulting for First Nation communities. Read more here |
 | Mark Dockstator, Ph. D., President First Nations University of Canada Dr. Mark S. Dockstator is a member of the Oneida Nation of the Thames and currently the President of the First Nations University of Canada. Celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year. Read more here |
 | Lorraine Land, Partner Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP Lorraine Land is a partner at OKT, and she practices Aboriginal rights and environmental law. She regularly advises Aboriginal clients, and appears before Courts and tribunals, on Aboriginal land rights and claims, Aboriginal consultation issues. Read more here |
 | Dave Mowat, Community Consultation Specialist Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Dave is a member of the Alderville First Nation and holds the position of Community Consultation Specialist for the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. Read more here |
 | Michael Dan, President Gemini Power Corp. Michael Dan is a philanthropist and former neurosurgeon. Dedicated to Canada’s Aboriginal community, he has created opportunities for future generations by supporting businesses on reserves. Read more here |