Kanani began working with Mamu Tshishkutamashutau – Innu Education in early 2018 as the Chief Executive Officer. She grew up in Sheshatshiu, Labrador.
She is married with 4 children.
In 2008, Kanani graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Bachelor of Education. She is trained in linguistic in standardized Innu
spelling. She has developed many Innu children’s books in Innu Aimun. Equally comfortable in a tent, a classroom or a boardroom, Kanani brings a
wealth of knowledge, experience and passion to all of her endeavours including writing, travel and her family.
Mary Ann began working with Mamu Tshishkutamashutau – Innu Education in December 2018. She has a background in project management/administration, public consultations, human relations, logistics and supporting office operations. She is skilled in office management including budgeting; contracting, human relations and purchasing
Mary Ann is a member of the Mushuau Innu First Nation. She’s originally from Davis Inlet and currently resides in Goose Bay with her husband Chris and their two boys.
Keith started working with Mamu Tshishkutamashutau Innu Education in October of 2019. He has held a professional accounting designation since 2003 and hopes to contribute to the success of MTIE.
Keith is from Gander Bay, NL but now resides in Happy Valley-Goose Bay with his wife Rhonda. He is a proud father of 2 children and 2 grandchildren.
Originally from Muscowpetung First Nation, located in Saskatchewan and is of Cree and Saulteaux descent, now is a registered member of the Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation and resides in Sheshatshiu along with her husband. Proud mother of three children, and two grandsons.
She has 20 years of experience in Administration, through various administrative positions throughout her career with experience working with First Nations, Federal and Provincial Departments across Canada.
Faron is originally from the Corner Brook area of NL. He is a married father of two. After 30 years of working with the former Labrador School Board and NLESD, as a teacher, Guidance Counsellor and Program Specialist in Student Services, Faron brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Student Services at MTIE.
Bud is a married father of 4 kids. He is a born and raised Labradorian. He began his teaching career in Davis Inlet in the late 1990’s. He has been a teacher and a principal in both Davis Inlet and Sheshatshiu for most of his career. In 2018, he began working as the Director of Programs at the board office for MTIE. Bud has lived in the Innu community of Sheshatshiu for 18 years, and currently lives in Goose Bay, NL.
Originally from St. Anthony, Shawn now lives in Northwest River, NL. He is a married father of three. After many years working as a psychologist in the provincial system, Shawn carries his passion for educational psychology to MTIE.
Angela started working with MTIE January 2021. She brings with her over 30 years of experience and a background in Hospital Accounting. She has completed various duties in several different accounting roles such as Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Financial Assessor.
Angela is married and currently resides in Happy Valley Goose Bay and is originally from St. Anthony. She’s a proud mother of three and three grandchildren.
Barb is originally from Stephenville, NL and has spent most of her teaching career in the Corner Brook area. She was an educator with NLESD for 32 years prior to joining MTIE. During this time, Barb was also a term instructor with Memorial University for 9 years. Student learning is her passion and she is excited to work with MTIE.
Robert Swyer is a STEM Program Specialist with Mamu Tshishkutamashutau Innu Education. He is a team player dedicated to helping the teachers, administrators and students in both our Natuashish and Sheshatshiu schools. Robert believes that all children are unique and need stimulating classroom environments where they can grow mentally, physically, emotionally, and socially.
Robert has a B.Sc., B.Ed., and M. Ed. from Memorial University, St.John’s, NL. He has been an educator in Newfoundland and Labrador for over thirty years and has taught in the communities of Wabush, Gander, Southern Harbour and Hopedale. Robert was a Program Specialist with both the Labrador School Board (Math, K-12) and the Newfoundland and Labrador School District (Math/Science, 7-12). He lives in Goose Bay with his wife Amy and daughter Kristy.
Leo Drake is originally from Lawn ,NL and currently resides in Happy Valley Goose Bay
with his wife Amanda and their three kids Kaelan, Azarael and Sydney. He started work with MTIE in August 2019 after spending 12 years with Labrador Grenfell Health. He bring years of experience in Information Technology Administration.
Katie began working for MTIE as School Director for Natuashish in November 2013. She is a former Chief and Band Manager with many years experience in administration in both Davis Inlet and Natuashish. Visit School Page.
