Biimskwaa Niibiish (Turning Leaf) also known as Cynthia Bell-Clayton from the Loon Clan, originally from Turtle Island, however, through colonial constructs of reservations, her family are now members of the Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve. She has been working with her community in many capacities over the past 26 years while supporting youth to understand the importance of culture and language through ceremonies and learning resources.
Upon her arrival to Toronto she quickly settled into the city and began to support her community as Cultural Programmer, Executive Assistant and the ENAGB (“Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig – A Place for Healing Our Youth” –“Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying – Where Did We Come From?”) Youth Mental Health & Addictions Program Manager, while with the Native Canadian Centre. Now as the ENAGB Executive Director Cynthia, along side youth, is rebuilding ENAGB as its own agency.