SLFNHA Board of Directors choose new executive

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) is pleased to announce the new executive for its Board of Directors, as voted by board members at a recent meeting. 

The new Executive members are: 

  • Cynthia Fiddler, Chair (Sandy Lake First Nation Representative) 
  • Michelle Kakegamic, Vice-Chair (Keewaytinook Okimakanak Representative) 
  • Tanya Bottle, Secretary/Treasurer (Mishkeegogamang Ojibway Nation Representative) 

The board is also comprised of the following Directors and Elders: 

  • Howard Meshake, Director (Shibogama First Nations Council Representative) 
  • Samuel J. Mckay, Director (Kitchenuhaykoosib Inninuwug Representative) 
  • Allan Jethro Tait, Director (Windigo First Nations Council Representative) 
  • Thomas Spade, Elder 

The SLFNHA Board of Directors is made up of representatives from Tribal Councils and independent communities within the Sioux Lookout area.  

The Board sets the Health Authority’s policies and directions and ensures these are implemented and followed. The strategic plan, implemented by the board members and SLFNHA management, sets the overall direction for the organization. The CEO & President is accountable to the board for delivering the strategic plan and for stewardship of resources. 

Image Caption: SLFNHA Board of Directors new executive members. From left, Tanya Bottle, Cynthia Fiddler, and Michelle Kakegamic.