Crystal Kootenay Thompson - Secretary

Crystal Kootenay Thompson is a traditional Cree woman from Alexander First Nation and a proud mother of two boys. She is a leader in her community and finds balance in her Western and Indigenous ideologies to fight for equality and collaboration. Crystal's focus is governance, policy and improving the lives of Indigenous people.

She currently sits on various task forces, committees and was the first Indigenous Board of Governors Representative for Norquest College. Crystal is a Registered Social Worker with an Indigenous Bachelor of Social Work. She has worked in many levels of government and is currently the Alexander First Nation Urban Liaison, where she was the catalyst in passing the first law in Alexander First Nation.

Crystal looks forward to using her passion, comprehensive network and powerful voice to help create a strong community for all Indigenous people.