Contact Negahneewin Student Services

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Emily MacKenzie
Indigenous Student Advisor
(807) 475-6652
[email protected]

Hello! My family ties go to Tyendinaga First Nation, which is Mohawk Territory near Kingston, ON. I have been spending the last few years learning about my family history and culture and have enjoyed the journey it has taken me on so far. I moved to Thunder Bay from Southern Ontario and started work at Confederation College as an Indigenous Recruitment Intern, where I got to spend a year travelling throughout the North. Upon completion of my internship, I returned to school to complete my Bachelor of Education at Lakehead University. I spent time working for The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre before returning to the college as an Indigenous Student Advisor. I can be found most times outdoors with my husky Willow or curled up with a good book. I look forward to helping students on their academic journey.

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Breanne Yesno (she/her)
Indigenous Student Advisor
807-473-3867
[email protected]

Hello! My name is Breanne Yesno, and I’m a proud member of Eabametoong First Nation, with roots in Thunder Bay. I recently graduated from Lakehead University with a Bachelor of Arts in History.
I’m passionate about traditional crafts and hands-on artistry. In my free time, you’ll often find me engaged in beading, moccasin making, knitting, and crocheting. I’m always eager to explore new craft projects and share the joy of creating with others.
I am so excited to help students on their educational journey!

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Joe Wark
Counsellor 
(807) 475-6328
[email protected]

Hello. My name is Joe Wark, and I am one of the Indigenous Counsellors at Confederation College. I am a lifelong resident of Thunder Bay and a proud father of two children. While my mom was a Lac Seul First Nation band member, I consider Thunder Bay to be my home community. I graduated from the Social Service Worker program at Confederation College and completed my Master of Social Work degree at Lakehead University. I am currently a PhD student in the School of Social Work at Memorial University. I have been working with youth and families since 2010 in a diverse range of settings including youth justice, mental health, substance misuse, and family counselling. As an author and researcher, I have published articles on Indigenous cultural values, complex trauma and parenting, and cross-cultural counselling. I am excited to help contributing to the success of Indigenous students at Confederation College.

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Tracey Aultman
Indigenous Recruitment Officer
[email protected]

Hello, my name is Tracey Aultman. I am a proud member of Marten Falls First Nation. I was raised in North Bay and moved to Thunder Bay in 2001. I fell in love with the lakes and landscape of the area and have considered Thunder Bay home for the last twenty years. I work as the Indigenous Recruitment Officer at Confederation College. My role is to reach out to students to provide information about our programs and services throughout our 8 regional campuses. The services I offer are advising appointments, assistance with applications via phone, in person or email, campus tours, presentations or school visits.
To book an appointment, ask a question or schedule a school visit please click below:

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