Years of Service & Awards 2025

YTC proudly recognize and celebrates the dedication, commitment, and achievements of staff across Yellowhead Tribal Council, the Yellowhead Tribal College, and the Yellowhead Tribal Community Corrections Society.

Years of Service

Our Years of Service recognition honours staff who have reached key milestones, acknowledging their continued commitment and contributions over time:

• Anita Arcand - 5 Years
• Brittney Pastion - 5 Years
• Francine Arcand - 6 Years 
• Natasha Alexis - 6 Years
• Tiffany Arcand - 6 Years 
• Beverly Swampy - 7 Years 
• Ercan Bozkurt - 8 Years 
• Laura Fere - 8 Years
• Normie Carlson - 8 Years
• Valentyna Kennedy- 8 Years
• Joy Sandy - 9 Years 
• Sandra Potts - 9 years

• Carolyn Buffalo - 10 Years
• Lisa Alexis - 11 Years
• Nicole Palanuk - 11 Years 
• Joanne Parnell - 12 Years
• Theresa Frencheater - 12 Years 
• Debra Paul - 14 Years
• Josephine Cardinal - 14 Years

• Carolyn Buffalo - 10 Years
• Lisa Alexis - 11 Years
• Nicole Palanuk - 11 Years 
• Joanne Parnell - 12 Years
• Theresa Frencheater - 12 Years 
• Debra Paul - 14 Years
• Josephine Cardinal - 14 Years

• Yvette Alexis - 20 Years
• Shirley Eashappie - 21 Years

• Mervin Kootenay - 29 Years

• Laverne Arcand - 39 Years

Awards

Our awards recognize individuals who demonstrate excellence, leadership, teamwork, and dedication in their roles:

Team Player Award – Beverly Swampy

Recognizes individuals who bring people together through collaboration, communication, and support. These quiet contributors help create a workplace where teamwork is not just encouraged—it’s expected.

Above & Beyond Award – Jocelyn Verreault

Honours those who consistently go the extra mile, step in without being asked, and demonstrate exceptional dedication. This award highlights the importance of effort and initiative.

Leadership Award – Josephine Cardinal

Celebrates authentic leadership grounded in trust, clarity, and integrity. This award recognizes those who guide their teams with confidence and bring out the best in others.

Most Dedication Award – Trevor Duplessis

Recognizes long-term commitment, perseverance, and consistent effort. This award honours individuals who demonstrate loyalty and determination in all they do.

Innovation Award – Ercan Bozkurt

Acknowledges creative thinkers who challenge the status quo and develop solutions that move the organization forward. This award celebrates curiosity, problem-solving, and fresh ideas.

Office Ninja Award – Mohamad Potts & Nicole Greyeyes

Honours individuals who work efficiently behind the scenes to keep operations running smoothly. This award recognizes adaptability, organization, and quiet excellence.

Cultural Champion Award – Carolyn Buffalo

Recognizes individuals who embody organizational values in their everyday work. This award honours those who help turn shared values into a lived workplace culture.

Employee Choice Award – Jocelyn Verreault

A peer-nominated award celebrating a colleague who is respected, trusted, and valued by their team. This recognition reflects the power of appreciation from one another.

Resiliency Award – Shirley Eashappie

Honours individuals who demonstrate strength, adaptability, and perseverance in the face of challenges. This award recognizes the ability to grow and move forward through adversity.

Together, these recognitions reflect the values, strength, and collective efforts of our teams.