Candace Wasacase | COO
Candace Wasacase, a proud member of Kahkewistahâw First Nation and daughter of George and Gayle Wasacase, is KEMC’s Chief Operating Officer. A skilled facilitator and entrepreneur with academic credentials from the University of Saskatchewan and the Edwards School of Business, Candace brings significant expertise in economic development, human resources, and community development to her role with KEMC. Throughout her career, Candace has excelled as a consultant and advisor with a unique specialization in Indigenous community relations, economic development, and cultural space development. She has been recognized for her work on the renewal of Wanuskewin Heritage Park, the creation of the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre and other significant projects, including being honoured by the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects for her impactful contributions. As KEMC’s Chief Operating Officer, Candace’s leadership, experience, and vision are focused on driving new opportunities for growth that benefits KEMC, her fellow members of KFN, and all the communities we serve.
Jenna Watson | Business Development Associate
Jenna Watson is KEMC’s Business Development Associate. A proud member of Kahkewistahâw First Nation, Jenna has a background in business strategy and community engagement and a passion for fostering Indigenous economic growth and development. While serving as a member of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, she played a pivotal role in Indigenous engagement planning and projects. Jenna’s expertise in building strategic partnerships and ability to navigate complex business environments have been instrumental in her success. She holds a Bachelor of Administration with a major in Marketing from the First Nations University of Canada and is an active community advocate for Indigenous economic empowerment. Jenna is committed to driving sustainable economic initiatives that benefit KEMC and the broader community as a whole.
Hannah Paterson | CFO
Hannah Paterson is KEMC’s Controller, bringing over 14 years of accounting and financial leadership experience to the role. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Hannah has demonstrated expertise in managing complex financial operations and leading high-performing teams across various industries. Her experience includes serving as Office Manager/Accountant at Prairie Sky Co-operative Association, where she oversaw a six-person finance team and managed multi-entity financial reporting. Hannah’s strong background in audit engagement, internal controls, and financial analysis is complemented by her commitment to community service, including roles as Treasurer for local organizations and coaching youth sports. She holds a Bachelor of Management Degree with Great Distinction from the University of Lethbridge and is dedicated to advancing KEMC’s financial excellence and operational efficiency.
KEMC Board of Directors
Evan Taypotat, Chair
Cory Alexson, Director
Michael Bob, Director
William Kaysaywaysemat, Director
Iris Taypotat–Scribe, Director
Senator Amanda Louison, Director
Charlie Clark, Director
Sandra Masters, Director
Olawuwo Oni, Director
Brad Sinclair, Director
Robert Woods, Director