Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: rosa@ildii.ca
Rosa is the visionary behind the Indigenous Leadership Development Institute, Inc. which has been in operation for over 25 years. She started and has led the World Indigenous Business Forum for the past 16 years. Rosa is one of the founding members of the World Indigenous Business Network for the past 14 years and has been the Chair of the Canadian Chapter as well as the head of the Secretariate for all the Chapters.
Rosa was the Executive Director and part of the team for the start-up of Taking Charge! Inc., a program to transition single parents into the workforce. She was employed at the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs as Managing Director, Workplace Diversity. Rosa worked with the Bank of Montreal in the capacity of Manager, Workplace Equality for Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Rosa served on many Boards, including the National Aboriginal Economic Development Board, Accreditation Canada, Faculty of Business and Economic Alumni Committee and Global College Advisory Council, both University of Winnipeg. Rosa is the past Chair of First People’s Economic Growth Fund.
Rosa is the recipient of the YM-YWCA Women of Distinction Award and was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women. She is the recipient of a Canadian Inspire Award and most recently, Spotify’s Top 100 Fascinating Manitobans. Rosa received a distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Winnipeg in 2024.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: mackenzie@ildii.ca
Mackenzie Oatway is a member of Peguis First Nation with experience in administration, program coordination, training, and Indigenous leadership development.
Mackenzie began her career with the Indigenous Leadership Development Institute, Inc. (ILDI), following the completion of a certificate in administration. At ILDI, she initially supported the enrolment process for the Introductory Carpentry Program before taking on the role of Retention and Support Worker for the Skills Link Program.
Mackenzie currently serves as Manager at ILDI, where she coordinates and manages the Executive Training courses offered by the organization. She is also continuing to build her professional skills through an Applied Project Management course at University of Winnipeg.
Beyond her professional role, Mackenzie is an active volunteer with Empowering Indigenous Youth in Governance and Leadership, contributing to initiatives that support and empower Indigenous youth.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: amber@ildii.ca
Amber is a member of Pinaymootang First Nation, Manitoba, Canada. She attained dual degrees in Indigenous Governance and Business Administration from the University of Winnipeg, as well as completed a diploma program at Red River College in Aboriginal Self-government. She has been working with ILDI from 2013 to 2020, and has recently re-joined the ILDI team in May 2023, aligning her vision and goals with ILDI’s in building capacity and empowering Indigenous communities, organizations and Individuals.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: sheena@ildii.ca
Sheena is currently a Special Projects Administrator for ILDI and is working on and assisting with projects such as, the Indigenous Carpentry Program, Executive Training and Indigenous Awareness Training.
She is passionate about empowering individuals through skill development, mentorship, and employment opportunities. Sheena is also continuing her professional development through the Applied Project Management PACE Program at the University of Winnipeg.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: courtney.b@ildii.ca
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: madison@ildii.ca
Madison McIvor is a member of Peguis First Nation. Madison is currently in her fourth year of studies at the University of Manitoba and is working towards her Advanced Bachelor of Arts degree in Indigenous Governance. Madison works part-time during the school year at ILDI and full-time during the summer as the Youth Projects Coordinator and manages the Indigenous Awareness Training: Canadian Edition that ILDI offers. Madison is also an active volunteer with Empowering Indigenous Youth in Governance and Leadership.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: sandra.d@ildii.ca
Sandra Ducharme is a proud Red River Métis citizen, mother of four, and grandmother of eight, whose life and work are grounded in community, culture, and service. Raised across Manitoba, from the northern communities of The Pas and Leaf Rapids to the southern region of Sperling, Manitoba, Sandra developed a deep understanding of the diverse realities facing Indigenous communities.
Throughout her career, Sandra has dedicated herself to strengthening Indigenous governance, leadership, and culturally grounded care. She has contributed to organizations such as the Indigenous Leadership Development Institute, the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Secretariat, and Me-Dian Credit Union. Her educational background includes studies at Red River College, Brandon University, University of Manitoba (distance learning), Herzing Career College, and Keewatin Community College (now University College of the North), along with executive training through Indigenous Leadership Development Institute programs.
A lifelong volunteer and advocate, she also co-managed and coached the Winnipeg Spirit youth basketball program, helping Indigenous youth advance to elite competition and national-level games. During the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2025 Wildfire Evacuations, she served as a Communications Liaison with the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat Turtle Team, ensuring culturally grounded supports for First Nation relatives. Guided by fairness, cultural reclamation, and meaningful dialogue, Sandra continues to build bridges that foster understanding, healing, and lasting change.
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: jared@ildii.ca
Phone: 204.940.1700 | Email: jessica@ildii.ca
Jessica is a member of Bloodvein River First Nation through marriage, and has family ties to Peguis First Nation.
Before joining ILDI, Jessica worked in customer service with several Indigenous-owned businesses. These experiences have helped shape her into someone who enjoys helping others and supporting those around her. At ILDI, she supports day-to-day administration, registration, marketing, and graphic design. She also assists with executive training.
Jessica is a self-taught learner who enjoys taking on new challenges and developing new skills. She has completed introductory courses in administration and website development, and has plans to continue her education in Graphic Design and Digital Marketing.
The Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Inc. is a non-profit organization established to build leadership capacity in Indigenous people. We are run by Indigenous people and directed by a volunteer board reflecting the diversity of the Indigenous community. This board identifies specific training required to produce able and accomplished Indigenous leaders.
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