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.
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Deb Armstrong
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John Gaynes
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Teresa Hill
Career - Employment Specialist/Program Coordinator
Cellphone: 519-671-6926
email: teresah@nokeekwe.com
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Tish Hihn
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Jake Martell
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Kayte Warmington
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Aaron Martin
Job Developer
Cellphone: 519-671-6914
Email: aaronm@nokeekwe.com
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Sheri Doxtator
Lead Volunteer for Positive Voice
Email: sherid@nokeekwe.com
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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
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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.
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Joseph Neil
Board Vice-President
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Logan Hill
Treasurer
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Morgaine Griffin
Secretary
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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.