The HIRGC is made up of First Nations members from northern and southern Manitoba First Nations, all with diverse perspectives and expertise.
| Elder or Knowledge Keeper | (Chair) Doris Young, Opaskwayak Cree Nation |
| Academic Advisor North | Dr. Ramona Neckoway, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation |
| Academic Advisor South | Dr. Moneca Sinclaire, Opaskwayak Cree Nation |
| First Nations Health Director | Gwen Traverse – Pinaymootang First Nation |
| Tribal Council Health Director | Candace Linklater – Skownan First Nation |
| Director of Health, Education, or Economic Development | Tanya McDougall, St Theresa Point Anisinew Nation |
| Youth (ages 18-30) | Victoria Grisdale, Brokenhead Ojibway Nation |
| MKO-KIM Representative | Caroline Chartrand, Pine Creek First Nation |
Vacancies
- Advisor in Environment or Economic Issues
- SCO Representation
If you are interested in filling one of the vacant HIRGC member roles, please download our member application Linked PDF and submit it to hirgc@fnhssm.com. We are accepting applications until positions are filled.For any questions about research involving First Nations in Manitoba or the HIRGC application and processes please contact the Research Ethics Coordinator, Sage Broomfield at sbroomfield@fnhssm.com.