The Nokee Kwe Team

Our compassionate Staff and Board are here to support you.

Nokee Kwe Staff

Our compassionate staff are here to support you. We offer free, culturally sensitive services to everyone experiencing unemployment or career and life transitions.

Contact us today to book an appointment for employment, educational support, or to register for Positive Voice.

Please note that our office is open to serve you in-person during our regular business hours. If you prefer, we can still serve you digitally - online or by phone - at this time.

  • Deb Armstrong

    Programs Director

    phone: 519-667-7088 ext. 2360

    email: deba@nokeekwe.com

  • John Gaynes

    Reception Administrative Assistant

    Cellphone: 519-671-1220

    email: johng@nokeekwe.com

  • Teresa Hill

    Career - Employment Specialist/Program Coordinator

    Cellphone: 519-671-6926

    email: teresah@nokeekwe.com

  • Tish Hihn

    Student Engagement Specialist/Volunteer Coordinator

    Cellphone: 519-671-6923

    email: tishh@nokeekwe.com

  • Jake Martell

    Literacy Coordinator

    Cellphone: 519-671-6924

    email: jakem@nokeekwe.com

  • Kayte Warmington

    Education Assistant

    Cellphone: 519-671-1762

    email: kayte@nokeekwe.com

  • Aaron Martin

    Job Developer

    Cellphone: 519-671-6914

    Email: aaronm@nokeekwe.com

  • Sheri Doxtator

    Lead Volunteer for Positive Voice

    Email: sherid@nokeekwe.com

  • Leona Antone

    Positive Voice Coordinator

    Cellphone: 519-671-6891

    email: leonaa@nokeekwe.com

Apply to the Nokee Kwe Board of Directors

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Apply to the Nokee Kwe Board of Directors by filling out our online application form. We are committed to providing an open and inclusive application process for all. Please contact us if you require a different method of application.

Board of Directors

  • Chris Patriquin

    Board President

    Chris Patriquin is President of Simply Pure Water Inc., a regional water treatment and drinking water provider. As a member of the Oneida Nation of the Thames, his company is a certified Indigenous-owned business in association with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. Chris brings a wealth of experience as a business owner and community connector through practical life and service as a Board Member of the St. Thomas and District Chamber of Commerce.

  • Joseph Neil

    Board Vice-President

  • Logan Hill

    Treasurer

  • Morgaine Griffin

    Secretary

  • Suzanne Hollander

    Board Member

    Suzanne is a dedicated advocate for Indigenous communities. Currently, she is enjoying employment in a Research Position. Suzanne's father's side is Indisch/Molucca; part of the dispora from the prior Dutch East Indies, now known as Indonesia, with Tupi (South American) ancestry on her Molucca side, prior East Timor region, with Indigenous Indonesian ancestry. Suzanne was raised by her dad to embrace her Indisch ancestry, while respecting and interacting with local communities attending pow wows from a young age and going to Manitoulin island most summers. Suzanne is passionate about promoting Indigenous rights, culture, and sustainability.  Through her work with the board, Suzanne aims to empower Indigenous voices and contribute to meaningful change within the community and beyond.