Suzanne Brant

Background

About Suzanne Brant

Suzanne is a Mohawk from the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory situated on the Bay of Quinte. She is recognized as a leader, educator, author and visual artist. Suzanne completed her Masters in Environmental studies from York University in 2005, with the development of an Indigenous based education program that focuses on Indigenous knowledge, health and the environment. Suzanne’s interest over the past 35 years has been around the preservation of Indigenous knowledge with a specific concentration in traditional uses of medicinal plants and the role culture plays in the preservation of the natural environment. Suzanne has excellent leadership, administrative and management skills with a high level of knowledge about Indigenous culture, health, education, and the nature world. She has a strong knowledge of curriculum development and a sound foundation in local, national and global health, environmental, economic and political issues. She has strong communication skills – written, verbal and public presentation. Suzanne is currently working at the First Nations Technical Institute as the President and CEO.