Our Children Our Way Announces New Executive Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 25, 2025

(Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Territory). The Our Children Our Way Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Joan Conlon as its new Executive Director, effective April 14, 2025. 

Joan currently serves as the Director of Child Safety at Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS), located on the traditional territory of the Lheidli T’enneh. She is a proud member of Tsay Keh Dene Nation and is also Métis with deep roots in Duck Lake and the Red River. Joan brings extensive experience in both front-line and leadership roles in child & family services. 

Joan’s work is deeply rooted in culture and guided by a commitment to keeping children, families, and communities at the center of child and family well-being efforts. She looks forward to working with Indigenous Nations and Indigenous Child & Family Service Agencies to uphold the wellbeing of children, families and communities.  

“We are delighted to welcome Joan as our new Executive Director,” said Mary Teegee, Chair of the Our Children Our Way Society. “Her extensive experience, cultural knowledge, and dedication to the well-being of children and families will be invaluable. We look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our organization and our members.” 

Please join us in welcoming Joan to the Our Children Our Way Society as she embarks on this new journey.

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For further comment, please contact:

Mary Teegee, Maaxswxw Gibuu, Chair, Our Children Our Way Society, Tel: 250-612-8710

Tracy Lavin, Acting Executive Director, Our Children Our Way Society, [email protected]