Askiy Nanakacihtakewin Stewardship Program

Askiy Nanakacihtakewin Means,
“to watch out for and take care of the lands, waters, wildlife, plants, and people of the land”

Our Program's Vision

Askiy Nanakacihtakewin Stewardship Program is dedicated to the conservation of land, water, and wildlife in and around York Landing, Manitoba. Our program embodies the spirit of watching out for and taking care of the lands, waters, wildlife, plants, and people of the land.

We aim to raise awareness, promote sustainable practices, and foster a deep connection with nature. Through collaborative efforts and community engagement, we strive to create a more harmonious and balanced environment for our present and future generations.

Our Commitment

Our core commitment lies in the preservation and protection of York Factory's resource management area.

Stewardship

Environmental Protection

Education

Awareness & Outreach

We actively participate in responsible stewardship to safeguard and restore the delicate balance of our land.

Our efforts are focused on preserving biodiversity and ecological principles.

Through our program, we aim to inform the community about environmental issues and promote a sense of responsibility towards nature.

Empowering individuals with knowledge leads to active participation in our stewardship efforts.

Engagement

Community Involvement

Engaging with our local community is vital for the success of conservation initiatives. By involving people in our projects, we ensure a collective impact and a shared responsibility towards preserving our natural heritage.

Sustainability

Efforts for Tomorrow

Sustainability is at the core of our practices. We promote sustainable living, resource management to secure a better future for our people and future generations to come.

Meet the Team

Welcome to the Askiy Nanakacihtakewin Stewardship Program, a collaborative team of seven dedicated individuals working together to steward and care for the land. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and we're excited to share our work with you.

Darcy Wastesicoot
Program Coordinator

The program coordinator combines leadership experience with on-the-land knowledge.

Leads the planning, development, and program goals and objectives.

Vacant Position
Cultural Facilitator

The cultural facilitator brings knowledge of the community, culture, history and language to the program.
Helps ensure traditional knowledge is included and documented as part of monitoring activities.

Darcy Saunders
Technical Facilitator

The technical facilitator provides technical support to the program and facilitates all technical aspects of the program. Archives and manages spatial data using GIS. Including creating and printing maps of the land.

Logan Beardy
Bookkeeper

The bookkeeper manages payroll and benefits to AN staff.

Issues payments for purchases, honoraria and invoices.
Keeps records of all program
income and expenses.

Nellie Redhead
M & HH Coordinator

The Mercury & Human Health Coordinator educates community members on the impact of hydro-electric projects on mercury levels in fish. Creating community calendars, promote cultural heritage and our Cree language.

Danielle Sinclair
Harvest Coordinator

The Harvester Coordinator plays a vital role in promoting and delivering programs
on harvesting.
This includes organizing
training workshops and
seasonal harvesting activities.

Tyler Redhead
Land Guardian

The Guardians consistently patrol, monitor, and maintain a visible presence on the lands and waters.
They also conduct research and gather data on the resources they oversee.

Bailey Saunders
Land Guardian

The Guardians consistently patrol, monitor, and maintain a visible presence on the lands and waters.
They also conduct research and gather data on the resources they oversee.

Faith Hill
Land Guardian

The Guardians consistently patrol, monitor, and maintain a visible presence on the lands and waters.
They also conduct research and gather data on the resources they oversee.

Cole Saunders
Land Guardian

The Guardians consistently patrol, monitor, and maintain a visible presence on the lands and waters.
They also conduct research and gather data on the resources they oversee.

Articles

York Landing, Duck Point to Josiah's Creek Shoreline