Crystal Lameman

Crystal Lameman is a mother of two and a proud member of the Beaver Lake Cree Nation #131,
Treaty No. 6, where she has held the position of Government Relations and Treaty Advisor for
over a decade. As part of these positions, Crystal manages her First Nation’ Comprehensive
Treaty Claim. She is a researcher, policy analyst and passionate inherent and Treaty rights, and
environment defender with graduate degrees in Indigenous Peoples Education and Counselling
Psychology. Crystal is a co-author of The End of This World: Climate Justice in So-Called
Canada and has made contributions to multiple op-eds, publications and lectures.

Crystal is centered on nêhiyaw worldview, practices, and ways of being. It is this way of
knowing that is integral to her practice of diversity, inclusivity, and the building of antiracism
within her chosen fields. Social, Environmental and Climate Justice principles and objectives
frame her personal and professional views on dignity, equality, ethics, access to services, equity,
human, inherent, Treaty and Indigenous rights. Her life’s work is centred on the advancement of
nêhiyaw economic, energy, food sovereignty, and the realization of holistic wellness through her
nêhiyaw ways of knowing and meaningful land-based practices.

Dr. Kelsey Leonard

Dr. Kelsey Leonard is the Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Waters, Climate, and Sustainability and an Assistant Professor in the School of Environment, Resources, and Sustainability at the University of Waterloo. An affiliate of the Earth Law Center, her research advances Indigenous-led governance and Earth law frameworks for the protection of Water and Ocean kin. Dr. Leonard’s widely viewed TED Talk, Why lakes and rivers should have the same rights as humans, has inspired global conversations on water justice and the rights of nature. She is a citizen of the Shinnecock Nation. 

Amy Charles

​Amy Charles is a Métis professional committed to reducing stigma and hesitation around learning by creating inclusive, welcoming spaces that foster dialogue and understanding. With a strong background in environmental outreach, education, and community engagement, she focuses on making Indigenous knowledge accessible and meaningful to both staff and participants. As the Indigenous Knowledge Specialist at Ocean Wise, Amy supports weaving Indigenous perspectives across youth programs and initiatives. Her work focuses on lessening barriers to engagement—particularly stigma and uncertainty—by creating safe, supportive learning environments. She weaves Indigenous knowledge into workshops, strategies, and youth-led initiatives, ensuring they are accessible, culturally grounded, and empowering for all involved.