Full Name
Verna McGregor
Speaker Bio
Verna McGregor is from the First Nation Algonquin Community of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg which is approximately 120 kilometres north of Ottawa, Ontario. Ottawa and Gatineau form part of the Algonquin Nation’s traditional unceded lands.

Verna works at Minwaashin Lodge – The Indigenous Women’s Support Centre in Ottawa delivering an employment and training.

Verna has remained firmly grounded in her community and nation by being part of also the group of traditional Grandmothers (Kokomisag) and Elders. This includes the importance of promotion of retention of the Algonquin language and culture which is so important when addressing issues from a cultural perspective.

Verna has been a spokesperson and representative of the Algonquin Nation at a number of events in recent years. This includes recently being an advisor in the creation of an exhibit with the National Gallery of Canada.
Verna McGregor