Board of Directors

Good governance and stability are important when it comes to BNDDI’s organizational structure. Effective Board recruitment, orientation, and policy reviews will ensure continuity and effective management.

Trina work’s as a consultant started in the agriculture sector with non-profit organizations and First Nations. Since then, she has had the pleasure of working with a diverse client group, from small northern communities, to federal grain institutions, privately funded start-ups, resource companies, not-for-profit organizations and municipal governments. Trina’s previous roles include business analyst, change management, business development; research; and a senior consultant role. An MBA from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor’s of Science in Agriculture combined with a Certificate in the Change Management provided the foundation that has allowed her to work successfully across many industries applying a broad base of skills and experience. Trina currently consults through her own business while raising a family and some chickens. She is enthusiastic about the future of BNDDI.

Johnathon (Johnpaul) is serving his third term as Chief of Birch Narrows Dene Nation. Previously he has serve the community as a councilor. His leadership was instrumental in the negotiation of the NexGen Mutual Benefit Agreement and the Air Weapons Range Settlement with Canada.

Ms. Dobchuk has an impressive schooling and experience in both sciences and business. She holds a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering with her undergrad in Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering. She holds several certificates from Harvard Business School courses in Finance, Sustainable Business Strategy, and CORe (Credential of Readiness). In 2022 she received a Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability from the University of Toronto. She worked for Okane Consultants a Geo-environmental Engineer and CEO. She also sits on the Board for the Women in Mining and Women in Nuclear Saskatchewan Inc.

Mr. Howden is the current CEO of SaskTel Center in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. He brings strong leadership in many areas including marketing, brand management, PR and media relations, new business development, logistics, revenue and profit growth, corporate and strategic planning, and employee development. Prior to SaskTel Centre, he worked as the Marketing Manager for Dakota Dunes Casino.