Meet the Team

Camille Louis, Manager

Camille Louis is from Montana First Nation in Maskwacîs. After graduating from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Design, she worked in various roles with Indigenous people, as well as supervised intercultural youth programs overseas. Camille enjoys staying connected to her Cree culture and practicing Nehiyawewin (the Cree language).

Camille has received 2 Shine Awards at NAIT: the Excellence in Extraordinary Times award in 2021 for her work with the Nîsôhkamâtotân team during the height of the pandemic, and the Shine Award for Team Collaboration in 2023 for her work with NAIT’s Building Intercultural Competence course.

Since joining the Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre in 2014, Camille’s role has expanded to include the development and facilitation of courses and workshops that focus on Indigenous awareness. Camille is also a trained facilitator for KAIROS Canada’s Blanket Exercise.

Heather Lamb, Indigenous Liaison Specialist

Heather Lamb is a proud Dene, South Slavey member of the Liidlii Kue First Nation, located in Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories. She was born and raised in the Northwest Territories. The NWT will always hold a special place in her heart.

Pursuing her passion for education, Heather earned two degrees from the University of Lethbridge: A Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Management. Achieving these milestones while raising her four children as a single mother helped build her resilience and dedication. She understands the unique challenges that come with balancing family life and the pursuit of higher education.

For the past three years, Heather has been actively involved in the Indigenous post-secondary education sector. She believes that education is the key to unlocking doors and creating opportunities for individuals and communities. Through her work, she is committed to empowering Indigenous students and advocating for equitable access to educational resources.

Heather hopes to continue inspiring and support those around her with her belief in the transformative power of education.

Lonny Potts, Cultural Advisor

Lonny Potts brings a breadth of lived and cultural knowledge to help guide students as they learn and navigate through their post-secondary experiences. Lonny  is a drummer and singer from Paul First Nation in Wabamun, Alberta. For decades, he’s worked with Elders to learn Indigenous ways of knowing and doing, becoming an Elder’s helper traditional ceremonies. He studied Native Studies at the University of Alberta and worked for several years as a liaison officer in Edmonton’s Remand Centre. Previously, he worked as Indigenous Cultural Helper supporting mental health at the Rotary House, and Knowledge Keeper at Alberta Health Services.

Lonny joined NAIT as cultural advisor in September 2023. In his role, he leads men’s circles, sharing Indigenous protocol and tradition. He is also available to connect NAIT students and share his cultural knowledge to provide them with guidance and mentorship.

Brett Landry, Indigenous Recruitment Specialist

Brett Landry is a proud member of Okanese First Nation in Treaty 4 territory, Saskatchewan. He recently graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration, specializing in Human Resource Management from NAIT. As a Nehiyaw (Cree) man, Brett values his deep connection to traditional ceremonies and culture. This connection is empowering for Brett, and he recognizes the importance of understanding one's roots. Having the support of the Nîsôhkamâtotân helped support Brett throughout his academic endeavors  at NAIT.

Prior to his studies at NAIT, Brett gained valuable experience by coaching and instructing programs that equipped Indigenous youth with essential employment skills, particularly in recreation and life-saving services. This experience aligns with his passion for uplifting his community by empowering Indigenous students with opportunities for success in higher education.

Heather Jimmy, Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre Support

As a member of Thunderchild First Nation, she understands the unique experience Indigenous students have while furthering their education. In 2019, she changed career paths from Visual Merchandising to study Biological Sciences - Laboratory Research & Biotechnology at NAIT. During this experience, she further understood the value of education and the importance of maintaining her Cree & Ojibwe cultural identity.

After convocation, she worked at the University of Alberta's Biorefining Conversions and Fermentation Laboratory. Next, she returned to NAIT at the campus bookstore, focusing on customer experience & team development at Shop at NAIT. Now at the Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre, she combines her experience to foster a welcoming environment where students feel heard, valued, and supported in their post-secondary journey.