Elaine Sutherland

Director of Treaty Education

Elaine Sutherland is a proud Willow Cree woman, from the Beardy’s & Okemasis First Nation in Treaty 6 territory.

She graduated from University of Saskatchewan – ITEP, and was a professional educator for 24 years before joining the OTC team. During that time, Elaine worked for First Nation Schools as well as urban non-First Nation schools across Saskatchewan. She whole-heartedly loved teaching and molding the future minds of tomorrow.

Elaine joined the OTC as the Director of Treaty Education in the spring of 2022 and loves everything about her role and all it entails. She is passionate about Treaty Education and wants to ensure all Treaty people have the opportunity to learn about their rights and obligations. She absolutely loves learning the oral history from Elders and knowledge keepers throughout the Treaty territories.

Elaine attributes her success to her parents and her two amazing sons. She lives in Saskatoon with her family, enjoys all kinds of puzzles, sewing, and spending time with the ones she loves.