Our Staff
We are an innovative and forward-thinking non-profit organization that strives to achieve and advocate for optimal standards of living for community residents. Meet our dedicated members of staff who are enthusiastically serving our community residents.
Cecile Guerin
Executive Director
Elisapee Johnston
Support Coordinator
Tooma Laisa
Program Coordinator Iqaluit and Communications Lead
Nastassja Fraser
Regional Coordinator Qikiqtani – Training and Program Development
To Be Filled
Regional Coordinator Kivalliq – Training and Program Development
Julia Ogina
Program Coordinator Kitikmeot Region
Board of Directors
The Embrace Life Council Board consists of individuals who are appointed by and represent their organizations. Current members are listed below.
Kylie Aglukark
President • Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated
Sheila Levy
Vice-President • Kamatsiaqtut Helpline
Jay McKechnie
Treasurer • Nunavut Teachers’ Association
Pauline Melanson
Director • RCMP
Victoria Madsen
Director • Government of Nunavut Acting ADM, Inuusivut
Tony Bird
Director • Nunavut Association of Municipalities
Mary Kanayok Voisey
Director • Elder
Qovik Netser
Director • Kivalliq Inuit Association
Shantel Qirngnuq
Director • Kitikmeot Inuit Association
Trudy Tulugarjuk
Director • Qikiqtani Inuit Association
Penelope Armstrong
Director • Student Member
Joanasie Akumalik
Director • Survivor Member
Jared Osborne
Director • Faith Community