Calling All Ancestors
Wellness Society

Jamie grew up in Kamloops BC and moved to Langley to study at Trinity Western University. Graduating with a degree in History, she then received her Bachelor of Education program at UBC and in 2020 earned a master's degree in educational leadership, in 2022 she graduated law school from TRU. For over a decade Jamie has volunteered in the aboriginal community with homeless and at-risk youth. Jamie comes with a wealth of experience including Communications Director at Two Rivers Metis, Region Three Youth Representative at Metis Nation British Columbia, President of the Indigenous Law Students Association, and leader of the South Okanagan Metis Association. Jamie currently runs Ahkaamaymowin Law, which is the first exclusive Metis law firm, as well as the Governance Manager & In House Legal Counsel for Adams Lake Indian Band.

Raina grew up in Osoyoos BC and moved to Vancouver to study holistic nutrition. After receiving her diploma she developed further studies in traditional and fermented foods, cognitive behavioural therapy, mental health and a traditional healing medicine path, working with Celtic, Cree and Metis medicine healers after integrating many of life's darkest initiations. Raina's work blends that of trauma healing, wisdom keeper, Seer, Soul medicine and psychology. For over a decade Raina has volunteered with many non profits, including JCI (Junior Chamber) and others' focused in youths' healthy body image, food sovereignty and the arts. Raina comes with a wealth of experience in the wellness and healing world, as an award-winning speaker and coach/consultant, a podcast host and writer, and having facilitated circles and ceremony for over a decade, she is passionate about restoring "The Old Ways" to modern life.

Laura grew up in the Okanagan, BC. After overcoming life's most difficult trials of grief, chronic disease and getting clean, Laura's work honours the body mind and soul connection while blending intuitive sight with grounding support. With over 25 years sobriety, Laura stepped into a role of a guide, bone keeper and ancestral wisdom keeper. For over two decades Laura has acted as a space holder and sponsor for those in recovery, getting clean from alcohol and drugs. Laura comes with a wealth of experience in mentorship, communication and medicine making. Her calm demeanor is more of what's needed in the world, as well as a welcome addition to the board and events she will help facilitate.

Cameron grew up in Osoyoos and later moved to the Christian Valley. He has worked in the fruit industry and logging, and brings over a decade of lived experience in recovery, which has shaped his commitment to supporting individuals and communities. Through this journey, Cameron founded a business focused on improving air quality and bringing clean air solutions to First Nations communities. For over 10 years, Cameron has volunteered with recovery groups, serving as Chairman for the South Okanagan and contributing in numerous other service roles. His work reflects a strong dedication to community, service, and supporting others in their recovery journeys. Cameron brings a wealth of experience in business development, leadership, and community outreach, with a focus on building relationships and supporting the well-being of the communities he serves.