Board of Directors

Chair of the Board

Don Francis

Alan Strojin brings extensive experience in public service, mediation, auditing, and trauma-informed training to the board of Weengushk Film Institute. His background strengthens WFI’s governance, financial stewardship, and long-term institutional development.

Member of the Board, Treasurer

Christine Whiskeychan

Christine Whiskeychan serves on the board of Weengushk Film Institute, where her perspective in Indigenous governance supports the organization’s stewardship, cultural grounding, and long-term institutional growth.

Member of the Board, Secretary

Jonathan Zagula

Jonathan Zagula brings experience in media and human resources to the board of Weengushk Film Institute. As a former WFI student and a Human Resources professional at Manitoulin Transport, he contributes practical insight that supports WFI’s governance and long-term growth.

Member of the Board

Darlene Kaboni

Darlene Kaboni brings extensive experience in Indigenous advocacy, public education, and institutional leadership to the board of Weengushk Film Institute. Her background strengthens WFI’s governance, stewardship, and long-term institutional development.

Member of the Board

Mary Laur

Mary Laur brings leadership experience in Indigenous student success, cultural empowerment, and land-based learning to the board of Weengushk Film Institute. As Director of the Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre at Laurentian University, she strengthens WFI’s governance and long-term institutional development.

Member of the Board

Phyllis Ellis

Phyllis Ellis has been with Weengushk Film Institute since the beginning, serving as an instructor, student mentor, curriculum developer, board member, and advocate. Her long-standing leadership and film industry experience strengthen WFI’s governance, artistic credibility, and long-term institutional development.

Member of the Board

Dan Graham

Dan Graham brings professional experience in voice performance and music consultation to the board of Weengushk Film Institute. His perspective supports WFI’s artistic mission, governance strength, and long-term institutional development.

Member of the Board

Trudy Jones

Trudy Jones serves on the board of Weengushk Film Institute, supporting the organization’s governance, stewardship, and long-term institutional growth.