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Trisha is a proud citizen of Hiawatha First Nation and has always been passionate about advancing First Nation rights and interests. She attended the University of Toronto and obtained a Bachelor of Arts honours degree with a double major in Political Science and Indigenous Studies. She then went on to graduate law school from the University of Western Ontario with a mind to resolving First Nation legal issues. She was able to pursue social justice for First Nations for over a decade through the practice of law, including 10 years of managing and operating her own practice. Trisha has extensive legal experience dealing with 

Trisha L. Cowie, advocate for First Nation rights and founder of First Nation Consulting

Trisha L. Cowie, BA (Hons), JD

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 the unique, multi-layered, and complex matters that First Nations must address in everyday operations. While her practice is now closed, she maintains her licence as a non-practising lawyer with the Law Society of Ontario.

Prior to launching First Nation Consulting, Trisha worked in the energy industry. She found success in facilitating progressive engagement and consultation activities between proponents and First Nations on topics of major project development, impacts to Inherent and Treaty rights, mitigation and accommodation measures, and commercial participation opportunities. 

 

Trisha is a dedicated community advocate and has focused her volunteer efforts on initiatives that advance Truth and Reconciliation. She prioritizes progressing her Anishinaabe culture and language learning and enjoys her time spent with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, learning and living from the land and waters, and participating regularly in ceremony and events where she may absorb the wisdom of her ancestors. 

Elora is a proud citizen of Hiawatha First Nation. She received her diploma from Sir Sandford Fleming College in Security and Risk Management and has worked in various administrative and office management positions. She is an invaluable resource for managing day-to-day operations and ensures ongoing project productivity and efficiency. Her attention to detail, reliability, and assurance of confidentiality is unsurpassed.

 

Elora is committed to helping First Nations build capacity and creating comprehensive and simple office solutions to help manage the influx of communications First Nations receive.

Elora Cowie Marshall, administrative and office management expert at First Nation Consulting

Elora Cowie Marshall,

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Katelyn Cowie, public service professional and engagement facilitator at First Nation Consulting

Katelyn Cowie,

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Katelyn is a proud citizen of Hiawatha First Nation. She has a diploma from Sir Sandford Fleming College in the Correctional Worker Program, and a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Justice Studies from the University of Guelph. She has had a successful 15-year public service career working to uplift communities. Katelyn’s years of experience have given her the ability to mediate high stress situations, which translates well in her role to monitor and facilitate engagement and consultation with proponents and governments. Her meticulous reporting and organizational skills are vital for maintaining transparency and accountability. 

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Katelyn is a results-driven professional who works diligently to empower First Nations through her work.

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