Elders

Elder Sarah Yellowhead

Nibinimik First Nation, ON

Sarah Yellowhead is a member of Nibinimik First Nation (Summer Beaver), where she worked as a Community Health Representative for over 20 years and then as a Mental Health Worker until she retired in 2016. Sarah spends her Thursdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in Apiwin helping students with traditional teachings, beading, and moccasin making. Her infectious laugh and grandmother’s love constantly builds connections with students and the community.

Melissa Roberts

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Melissa Roberts was born in Animki Wiikwedong (Thunder Bay) and has lived here her entire life. Her mother’s people come from the area around Eastmain Quebec; Ojibway in Cree territory. Her ancestors are historically documented as one of the first seven founding families with the fur trade in what was called Fort William.

As a maker of things and pollinator of ideas, Melissa can be found in Apiwin on Tuesdays helping to build relationships while sharing teachings and engaging in traditional crafting.

As a retired educator of 31 years, Melissa uses her sense of humour to engage those around her as she continues to work on sharing the true history of Turtle Island.

Melissa D Roberts
Mindimooyehn Consulting
“Maker of things, pollinator of ideas”