Leona Humchitt

Climate Action Coordinator

We are deeply saddened to share that we have lost our beloved Leona Humchitt, Climate Action Coordinator for the Haíɫzaqv Climate Action Team. Leona was not only a leader in our work but also our mother, auntie, friend, and mentor who dedicated her life to protecting Haíɫzaqv lands and waters.

Her unwavering commitment to climate action, Indigenous sovereignty, and community well-being leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire us. Leona’s work bridged generations, ensuring that future Haíɫzaqv youth would inherit a healthier, more sustainable world. Her voice, wisdom, and fierce advocacy will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Haíɫzaqv Climate Action Team

  • Ayla Brown

    Clean Energy Advisor

    Ayla is the Clean Energy Advisor for Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, offering strategic guidance to advance clean energy initiatives and support the Haíɫzaqv Community Energy Plan.

  • Malarie Dixon

    Assistant Project Manager

    Malarie is the Assistant Project Manager for Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, supporting the planning and execution of six climate action projects, managing progress tracking, stakeholder follow-ups, scheduling, and maintaining project documentation.

    e: malarie@heiltsukclimateaction.ca

  • Zuleika Bhamji

    Climate Action Coordinator

    Zuleika is the Climate Action Coordinator for Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, responsible for the day-to-day management of the community’s clean energy and climate resilience initiatives. Focused on planning and executing projects, coordinating resources, and ensuring all efforts algin with the Haíɫzaqv worldview and the community's shared vision for sustainability.

    e: zuleika@heiltsukclimateaction.ca

  • Cheryl Windsor

    Finance and Administrative Coordinator

    Cheryl is the Finance and Administrative Coordinator at Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, ensuring smooth daily financial and administrative operations directly contributing to the Nation's transition toward energy sovereignty and climate resilience.

    e: cheryl@heiltsukclimateaction.ca

  • Flora Elluk

    Project Manager

    Flora is the Project Manager at Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, overseeing the implementation of the Haíɫzaqv Community Energy Plan to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

  • Mercedes Innes

    Administrative Support

    Mercedes supports Haíɫzaqv Climate Action with administrative tasks, including website and social media management, helping to share the team’s work on climate resilience and energy sovereignty with the community and beyond.

  • Eryn Stewart

    Energy Mentor

    Eryn works with the Indigenous Clean Energy Social Enterprise and serves as an Energy Mentor for Haíɫzaqv Climate Action, supporting their efforts in advancing clean energy solutions and building capacity for energy sovereignty.