Member and resident of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, located adjacent to Sarnia, Ontario. Rachael is a graduate from McMaster University earning her Masters of Science in Child Life and Pediatric Psychosocial Care, as well has holding a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Wilfrid Laurier University. After completing her undergraduate degree, Rachael worked briefly at Wilfrid Laurier University supporting indigenous learners, before returning home to Aamjiwnaang First Nation where she is currently the Manager of Child and Family Services. In this portfolio, Rachael supports the departments that service children and families, ages 0–18. In her free time, Rachael enjoys being outdoors with her family, playing hockey, and traveling to powwows.