Meet our Project Directors

Without the extensive work from our Project Directors, the CAIR initiative would not be possible — we are grateful for their ongoing contributions and commitment.
Shalene Jobin
University of Alberta
Principal Director for CAIR, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Native Studies, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Governance, and Director of the Indigenous Governance and Partnership program.
Ryan Crosschild
University of Calgary
Student Director for CAIR, Professor.
Jessie Loyer
University of Alberta
Director for CAIR, Indigenous engagement librarian and a teacher with Library and Information Studies.
Gina Starblanket
University of Victoria
Director for CAIR, Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor.
Daniel Voth
University of Calgary
Director for CAIR, Associate Professor, Academic Director.
Matthew Wildcat
University of Alberta
Director for CAIR, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Native Studies.

Meet our Admin Team

Just like our Project Directors, the CAIR Admin team works extensively behind the scenes to support the CAIR project's day-to-day operations and long-term objectives.
Tracy Howlett
University of Alberta
Indigenous CRC Administrator
Lisa Ladouceur
University of Alberta
Faculty of Native Studies Project Coordinator
Claire Neilson
University of Alberta
Research Assistant