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Trees and Mountains

OUR TEAM

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Sabre Pictou Lee

Executive Director

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Sabre is a Mi'kmaw citizen of Ugpi'ganjig (Eel River Bar First Nation) in northern New Brunswick. Sabre holds a Juris Doctor of Law and a specialization in Indigenous and Aboriginal Law from Dalhousie University, and an M.A. Sabre has a passion for the outdoors, arts & culture, and advocacy. 

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Gordon Sparks

Artist and Board Member

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Gordan is a member of Pabineau First Nation and renowned Artist. Gordan is known for his tattoos, mask carvings, and sculptures. Gordon's work is not merely about craftsmanship; it's a testament to the resilience and vitality of Mi’kmaw culture. Through his art, traditional values are upheld, ceremonies are revitalized, and oral histories are preserved.

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William Felepchuk

Director of Research

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William is a researcher and advocate in the areas of history and heritage, community and social services, access to justice, social justice, and Indigenous-non-Indigenous relations. He is bilingual in English and French. 

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Hope Metallic

Programs Coordinator

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Hope is Mi’kmaq from Listuguj First Nation and holds a BA with a double major in Criminology and Native Studies (St. Thomas University). Hope is passionate about advocating for indigenous communities and especially for Indigenous women. Hope resides in New Brunswick and is an active member of the rugby community, playing for the provincial women’s team and a coach for Indigenous youth rugby.

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Maryam Adam

Research Intern

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Maryam Adam is a Black Canadian assistant researcher who is currently living in Qatar. She has a strong interest in legal studies, history, Islamic studies, and social justice and is pursuing these subjects at an undergraduate level. She is fluent in English and Arabic and is in the process of learning Turkish, Somali, and French. 

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