Staff
Vince Simon, Executive Director
Vincent Simon with a Masters Degree in Social Work, has several years experience of management in the social service sector. Married and with a grown up family of five children and 10 grandchildren, he comes from Big Cove, New Brunswick. His passions are camping, fishing, playing pool and big game hunting.
Lillian Calder, Finance Officer
Lillian Calder is the Finance Officer with several years experience in the Business Commerce / Human Resource field. Her past work history and knowledge with counselling agencies; including office accounting management provides an integral part to the centre. From Sand Point First Nation, she has been married for 31 years. She has two daughters and one son. She loves people, computers and the outdoors. She thinks nothing of driving to Beardmore on weekends for some R&R.
Raija Vic, Treatment Coordinator, CACII,RCS
Certified Addictions Counselor II and member of Canadian Council of Professional Certification. Registered Clinical Supervisor. Honor Roll graduate of Indigenous Wellness and Addictions Prevention Program at Confederation College. Several years experience working with youth, seniors, and persons with addictions and other health challenges. Other achievements are Crystal Meth Specialist training – Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies, EQ # 1 and # 2,(YSAC)- Youth Solvent Abuse Committee, Survival Skills for Youth Workers, CCHSA Accreditation Program, various Suicide and Crisis Intervention training, How to Excel at Management and Supervising People, and Clinical Supervision in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling. Enjoy quiet times and trips across the border.
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Sylvain Langlois, Maintenance Worker
Father of 3 beautiful children Kyle, Ivy-Rose, and Chloe Marie. University and College trained in the addiction’s field. Enjoy camping, hunting, cycling, motorcycling and the outdoors.
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Derek Sanderson, Primary Counsellor
I am a counsellor, co-worker, friend, husband, father, son, brother, cousin, and a member of the Thunder Bay Community. I was born and raised in a mining town that I eventually left to live in Thunder Bay, Ontario. After turns in life and discovery, I realized my place was with Native Youth. The warmth, enriching, safety and structure that Ka-Na-Chi-Hih provides for not only it’s clients but staff has given me a great opportunity to bring forth my skills, wisdom, and heart to battle Solvent Abuse first hand, and look for ways to empower our youth to defend themselves and help beat these deadly addictions.
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Douglas Magiskan, Primary Counsellor
I am a Band Member of Aroland First Nation. Recently, I have successfully completed an Addictions Course at CDI College. My future plans are to complete my Social Worker Degree Program at Lakehead University. Thank you.
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Laurie Vaudrin, Aftercare/Intervention Worker
I am a successful graduate from Confederation College, achieving diplomas in Business Management and from the Indigenous Wellness and Addictions Prevention Program. I am committed to excel in my career at Ka-Na-Chi-Hih, supporting those who are building new chapters in their lives. During my spare time, I enjoy many things from quiet moments alone, to good food and great company but most of all quality time with my family.
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Betty Turega, Housekeeper
I enjoy working here at Ka-Na-Chi-Hih and have been here since August 2000. I enjoy spending time with my spouse Dan and son Josh, and other family and friends at curling, Bingo, fishing, camping and shopping. I have several years experience cooking and cleaning, also, I am a member of the Fort William First Nation.
Darlene Maki, Primary Counsellor
Hi. My name is Darlene Maki. I am one of the three Primary Counsellor’s here at Ka-Na-Chi-Hih. I’ve been employed here since November 97. I enjoy meeting and interacting with our clients. I am a mother and grandmother of one. On my time off, I enjoy curling, baseball and playing pool.
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Rhonda Audit, Finance Administrative Assistant
I have been at Ka-Na-Chi-Hih since October 2007 as Finance Administrative Assistant and really enjoy my job and all the people I work with. My 3 teenage children live with me (drive me crazy sometimes! :D). I enjoy being outdoors and attending various events in this wonderful city. Meegwetch! 
email: raudit@kanachihih.ca
New Staff Members:
- Jason Waukey, Youth Worker
- George Cooke Youth Worker
- Richard, Youth Worker
- Catherine Free, Cook
- Sarah Anderson-Small, Intake
