Chief and Council

Chief Angela Levasseur, B.A., B. Ed., PBDE, Juris Doctor

I am a proud Ithiniw Iskwe, mother of five, and Kohkum.

I am the first female chief of the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, and the first NCN citizen to earn a law degree.

I am a highly motivated and relentless advocate on behalf of our people. I’ve worked in Indigenous education for most of my life, seeking to educate and inspire First Nations youth. I am committed to bettering the lives of all First Nations peoples: women, men, gender diverse and two-spirit individuals.

As a land and water defender, I am passionate about climate change, conservation, and
biodiversity.

I believe that for Indigenous people to become economically self-sufficient and to heal from the wounds of our past, we must reclaim self-government and self-determination. An integral part of these goals is to continue our individual and collective healing journeys.

Portfolio

• Intergovernmental Relations
• Finance
• Education, Training and Employment
• Self-Government

Phone: 204-670-3553
Email: [email protected]

Deputy Chief Marcel Moody

I have served NCN in a leadership position since 1990.

I began my current term as deputy chief in 2022, and hold the portfolios for Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Self-Government; and Housing.

As Chief from 2014 to 2022, I led NCN as it achieved its own Aski Pumenikewin (land code) and its Othasowewin (constitution). I am grateful for the vision and wisdom of previous Chiefs who put us on the path of self-sovereignty.

I believe strong, diversified business and appropriate partnerships will meet the needs of a growing population and help us achieve our goal of a thriving future for our Nation.

I am proud to call Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation my home, and I’m happy to watch my grandchildren grow and prosper here.

Portfolio

• Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Self-Government
• Housing

Phone: 204-679-0157
Email: [email protected]

Councillor Jeremiah Spence

I have served Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation as a councillor since 2018.

My portfolios are Land, Environment and Resources; Justice & Public Safety; Youth, Elders, Culture and Heritage; and Infrastructure and Public Works.

I am proud of the accomplishments of our community. I am honoured to have the opportunity to work towards its further progress, and to make NCN a great place to live and grow.

Portfolio

• Land, Environment and Resources
• Justice & Public Safety
• Youth, Elders, Culture and Heritage
• Infrastructure and Public Works

Phone: 204-679-2633
Email: [email protected]

Councillor Cheryl Moore

I have lived in NCN all of my life, except for my post-secondary years, and I’m fluent in Nehetho Cree. I have been married for almost 25 years, and have raised 6 children.

I served as NCN Deputy Chief from 2018-2022, and was re-elected as a councillor in 2022.

I hold the portfolios of Housing; Finance; Infrastructure and Public Works; and Social Development.

I worked in the NCN finance department for 15 years and the Trust office for seven years. For 25 years, I was a coordinator for the winter and summer festivals.

I am passionate about higher learning for our Citizens because this can provide the skills we need to move our Nation forward.

I am thankful for being given the responsibility of serving our Nation. I hope we can all learn to work collaboratively: Chief, Council and Citizens. Imagine how our Nation would prosper!

Portfolio

• Housing
• Finance
• Infrastructure and Public Works
• Social Development

Phone: 204-679-2451
Email: [email protected]

Councillor Ron D. Spence

I have been re-elected to council in four elections, and have served NCN in this way since 2006.

My current portfolios are Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Education, Training and Employment; Land, Environment and Resources; and Recreation.

Throughout my life, my focus has been advocating for Indigenous rights in regard to our land and water resources. I have worked with the hunting, fishing and trapping industries for decades, and continue to travel my own trapline in winter.

I believe our voices must be recognized as we continue to deal with the effects of climate change in Manitoba’s north and beyond.

Portfolio

• Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Education, Training and Employment
• Land, Environment and Resources
• Recreation

Phone: 204-679-0981
Email: [email protected]

Councillor Kim Linklater

I am an advocate for equality and fairness, and I believe strongly in the value of cultural practices.

I was elected to serve as a councillor in 2022. My portfolios are Family Services; Justice and Public Safety; and Health and Wellness.

I was an NCN government employee for many years, and served as the executive director of NCN Human Resources. I have been the NCN Christmas Cheer Board chairperson and spent 10 years as a board member of the Personal Care Home.

I believe that mourning our loved ones appropriately is important for healing on a personal and collective level. I have volunteered in bereavement services to help people on that journey.

Portfolio

• Family Services
• Justice & Public Safety
• Health and Wellness

Phone: 204-307-2107
Email: [email protected]

Councillor Shirley Linklater

I have lived in NCN all of my life, except for my post-secondary years, and I am fluent in Nehetho Cree.
I was raised by my grandfather, who taught me the importance of the seven sacred teachings. I practice these teachings and try to live my life with moral principles.

I was re-elected as a councillor in 2022, and my portfolios include Youth, Elders, Culture and Heritage; Health and Wellness; Family Services; Recreation; and Social Development. I previously served four terms in council from 2002 to 2018.

I love my home of NCN and I appreciate being part of the important decision-making process to improve the community for our Citizens.

Portfolio

• Youth, Elders, Culture and Heritage
• Health and Wellness
• Family Services
• Recreation
• Social Development

Phone: 204-670-5998
Email: [email protected]