Melinda Martin is a seasoned policy analyst and project manager with over two decades of experience serving First Nations communities. In her role as Senior Program Officer for Quebec, she supports housing initiatives through her expertise in governance, economic development, and social policy. Most recently, Melinda served as External Affairs Coordinator for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government, advising on governance matters and managing key negotiations. She also coordinated the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Governance Symposium, a significant event that brought together Indigenous leaders and experts. Melinda spent nearly a decade with the Cree Nation Government as Regional Economic Resources Advisor, overseeing aspects of the Impact and Benefit Agreements and managing the Social Economy file. She has also consulted for the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay, developing regional pre-hospital services plans, and worked with the Assembly of First Nations on Indigenous language preservation. Melinda holds a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), and a Licentiate of Laws (LL.L.). Her extensive experience and dedication to advancing First Nations interests make her a valuable asset to the Fund’s work.