My name is Christina Kitchekesik and I am a First Nation Cree Woman. I was born in The Pas, MB and have 3 children, Richard, Candace, and David. I have a beautiful grandson and his name is Tyler who is 18 years old, and I have 2 brothers.

I was taken to IRS at a noticeably young age of 5 years old and was sent away for 14 years into this dark period of my life. Both my parents were former students who had faced many challenges in their lives.

I have had my struggles over the years through my healing journey I have reconnected with my culture and identity. By learning the traditional ways and practicing them has given me strength, courage and knowledge to continue living a positive life. My healing journey continues by learning the traditional ways and practicing them, as this is where I get my strength, courage, and knowledge to continue living a positive life.

These teachings of the traditional ways help me to recognize and leave harmful relationships and gives me the courage & ability to pursue anything I want to do. I am now in control of my life and am proud to say that I was a single parent who raised my 3 children the best way I could.

I was involved with Woman’s Warrior Circle for 7 years, who is made up of a group of strong, beautiful women, Grandmothers, Mothers, Sisters and Daughters who are dedicated to making our communities, our homes, and ourselves a safer place to live.

Another group I was proud to be involved with for 6 years is Mama Bear Clan. This group is led by our Women and supported by our Men. Mama Bear Clan patrols our streets and the community of North Point Douglas to check up on our families and make sure everyone is safe.

At present I am employed full time as a Resolution Health Support Worker at Anish Corporation helping other IRS thrivers like myself find new paths to healing and stay active in the indigenous community. Through the accomplishment of these achievements I am proud to help give back to my community and use my experiences to inspire others to follow their dreams.