Jonas Sheshamush
Jonas spends most of the year on his traplines
Read MoreIt is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Marlene Mackinnon, a cherished member of the Cree Mineral Exploration Board (CMEB) and a respected figure in the geological community. Marlene passed away last Friday, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering commitment.
Marlene was more than just a colleague—she was a friend, a mentor, and an integral part of the CMEB family. Her big heart, compassion, and vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of working with her. Her absence creates a profound gap that no one can truly fill.
We say goodbye not only to a remarkable geologist, but to a human being of rare warmth and generosity. Marlene, your memory will live on in our hearts and in the work you loved so deeply.
Goodbye, my friend. You will be dearly missed.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Marlene Mackinnon, a cherished member of the Cree Mineral Exploration Board (CMEB) and a respected figure in the geological community. Marlene passed away last Friday, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering commitment.
Marlene was more than just a colleague—she was a friend, a mentor, and an integral part of the CMEB family. Her big heart, compassion, and vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of working with her. Her absence creates a profound gap that no one can truly fill.
We say goodbye not only to a remarkable geologist, but to a human being of rare warmth and generosity. Marlene, your memory will live on in our hearts and in the work you loved so deeply.
Goodbye, my friend. You will be dearly missed.
Discover information about each of the 10 Cree communites in Eeyou Istchee, including where specific traplines are located as well as the different types of geology of each region. Also see whta we have been up to in our current and previous activity reports
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