These are the people who keep Ya’ Thi Néné running.
Your Community Land Technicians are our boots on the ground.
Our vision for the Community Land Technicians (CLTs) is to continue the proud Denesųłiné tradition of being stewards of the land. The CLTs are also here to become mentors to our youth and respected community members who are held in high esteem by all.
Margaret Powder
Uranium City & Camsell Portage
Margaret was raised by her mother, grandmother, & great grandfather in Camsell Portage, and Uranium Cit.y. She has 3 children and 5 grandchildren.
“Today I live in a ghost town, what I see on our land is devastating. I am grateful to become a Land Protector. It is our responsibility to protect Mother Earth. She provides for all of us and future generations to come.”
Reach Margaret at margaret.powder@yathinene.com
or by phone at (306) 930-8830. She can be found in the Ya’Thi Néné Lands and Resources office at Ben McIntyre School in Uranium City.
Jean Tsannie
Hatchet Lake & Wollaston
Jean grew up hunting, trapping, and fishing with her parents in Wollaston. Now, she has three kids and four grandkids, and works hard to pass these traditional values on to her own family. Jean is also a Canadian Ranger who conducts search and rescue and disaster relief when needed. She is excited for all of the opportunities that getting out on the land presents.
Reach Jean at jean.tsannie@yathinene.com or by phone at (306) 980-8551. She can be found in the Ya’Thi Néné Lands and Resources office in the Hatchet Lake Economic Development building.
Ian Donard
Black Lake & Stony Rapids
Ian has years of experience working on the land and keeping the traditional ways alive. From Black Lake, he has two kids and is very family-oriented. He is passionate about bringing his culture and the teachings of his Elders to the youth. In his spare time, Ian likes to get outside with his family and to teach his kids and youth about the traditional ways of knowing.
Reach Ian at ian.donard@yathinene.com or by phone at (639) 533-2015. He can be found in the Ya’Thi Néné Lands and Resources office in the Ventures trailer.
Trevor Lidguerre
Fond-du-Lac
Trevor is our Community Land Technician in Fond du Lac. Trevor has experience as a Driller Helper, Barge/Deck Helper, Ramp Helper, a Customer Service Representative, and a Stock person. Trevor brings his skills and positive attitude to his new role. Trevor will be an effective member of our Team.
Reach Trevor at trevor.lidguerre@yathinene.com or by phone at (306) 686-7791. He can be found in the Ya’Thi Néné Lands and Resources office in the Fond-du-Lac Economic Development building.