Tammy is an Indigenous woman from the Northeastern part of Russia. She has a Bachelor's in Commerce from Northeastern Federal University in her hometown Yakutsk, a Bachelor of Northern Studies from the University of Tromso (Norway), and a Masters in Northern Governance and Development from the University of Saskatchewan. Tammy handles daily administration and financial management for the SK-NEIHR. 

tammy.popova@usask.ca, 306-966-5762

Cory was born and raised in Treaty 6 Territory and the homeland of the Métis. A versatile professional with expertise in graphic design, digital marketing, and communications, Cory is passionate about creating compelling content to enhance the profileration of key messages, to drive engagement, and to help raise awareness. He handles communication and supports knowledge translation for the SK-NEIHR. 

cory.baumgardner@usask.ca, 306-966-8445

Ken is Métis from the Winnipeg area. He grew up in Saskatoon and spent many years in life sciences, managing labs at VIDO. As a community research facilitator, he works with researchers, staff, and community partners, assisting in research project development, preparing grants, and supporting the SK-NEIHR’s community partnership and knowledge translation support programs.

ken.lai@usask.ca, 306-966-6956

Susan is a Métis woman with extensive experience in advocacy and project management in academic settings, and a current graduate student in Political Studies at the University of Saskatchewan. As a community research facilitator, she works with community partners, researchers and staff, assisting in research project development, preparing grants, and supporting the SK-NEIHR’s community partnership and knowledge translation support programs.

susan.shacter@usask.ca, 306-966-1206