Neighbourhood Shop Manager

Kwe! My name is Jayme-Lynn Gloade and I'm from Millbrook First Nation, Mi'kma'ki. I'm excited to help shape the future of Kjipuktuk with my neighbours!

I like to: make pottery & beaded fringe earrings, bike, and listen to podcasts.

I want to learn: wheel throw large vases, kojua dance, forage Mi'kmaq medicines, and sew.

Neighbourhood Project Designer, Build Focus

Hey there, my name is Julian! I’m an interdisciplinary designer and artist born and raised in Mi’kma’ki. I work with a range of materials and processes to bring vibrant ideas to life. I’m passionate about meeting new people, hearing their stories and passions, and collaborating on creative ways to make in our community. I’m thrilled to be part of the Neighbourhood Project Design team and the chance to collaborate with everyone here in the North End of Kjipuktuk.

I like to: Work with my hands, make music, cook, make films and be with the ones I love!

I want to learn: How to dance, garden, fix electronics, and better identify local trees.

Knowledge Mobilization and Evaluation Lead

Hi, I'm Caitlin! I've been lucky to call Halifax/Kjipuktuk home for over 10 years and I'm originally from rural Ontario (Treaty 13).  I have a background in International Development, food systems policy, and community food programming. I’m passionate about building strong relationships in community, collaborative learning, and demonstrating impact. I’m excited to make new friends in the North End and support the team in exploring new and creative ways to build stronger and more inclusive communities centered on Truth and Reconciliation. 

I like to: Sew clothing, go for walks, swim, make food with my partner, and hang out with my fluffy rescue cat.

I want to learn: Mi'kmaw words and teachings, crochet, pottery, plant identification, vegetable gardening.

Bookkeeper

Hello Everyone , I’m Franklyn—originally from Nigeria and now based in Nova Scotia. I moved here in 2023 to study Tourism & Hospitality at NSCC, graduating with honors in June 2024. With a background in Accounting and Finance, I’m deeply passionate about community engagement, advocacy, and inclusion.

I like to: Travel, Meet New People, Read, and Public Speaking

I want to learn: More about Mi’kmaw culture and explore meaningful ways to support and uplift diverse communities.

Co-Director, Strategy

Kwe’ teluisi Tammy aqq tleyawi Glooscap First Nation. Hello, my name is Tammy and I am from Glooscap First Nation. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this new and exciting, community centered initiative. My focus is to track development and support an adaptive strategy that will enable Every One Every Day to be inclusive and meaningful to all.

I like to: hike, spend time at the beach with my kiddos, play guitar, and garden.

I want to learn: more about the many lived experiences that make up the North End, home remedies for common ailments from other cultures, quick and easy family recipes.

Co-Director, Operations

Kwe, ni'n teluisi Killa, aq tleiawi Listuguj First Nation aqq wiki Kjipuktuk. Hello, my name is Killa and I am from Listuguj First Nation, and live in Halifax. I am happy to be back at Every One Every Day, where I started in 2021 as a Neighbourhood Project Designer.  It's a true privilege to be able to combine my passion for community, creativity, and learning in my every day work. I truly believe that community is at the heart of everything—when we take the time to build strong, meaningful relationships, amazing things happen, and we create spaces that are more connected and resilient.

I'm excited to share the story of Every One Every Day and show how our approach—centered on Truth and Reconciliation—can help us build better, stronger and more inclusive communities. I’m constantly inspired by what I see happen around us, and I’m proud to contribute to this important work

I like to: learn languages, do country and capital quizzes, make fancy lattes,  be creative and cuddle my catbaby. 

I want to learn: the Arabic language, how to draw, printmaking, literally anything else.