Meet the Team

Maddie Amyotte is a Cree-Métis Registered Indigenous Midwife.

She brings deep expertise in perinatal and neonatal care, grounded in Indigenous knowledge and traditions, offering compassionate, culturally safe support to families and communities across the region. 

Sheena Bradley is a Cree-Métis birth worker and traditional herbalist.

She brings together years of healthcare experience and traditional plant knowledge to provide culturally grounded care, advocacy, and wraparound support for Indigenous families and communities. 

 Carlee Myette is Mi'kmaq Métis from the Kespu'kwitk Métis Council and Auntie Resource Navigator.

She brings a strong background in child and family services (CFS) advocacy, youth support, prevention work, and community care.

Through her role, Carlee walks alongside families and youth, offering culturally grounded resource navigation, advocacy, and connection — supporting families to build their bundles with the supports and resources needed to raise healthy, thriving families. 

Kaylen Duke, a proud member of the Chipewyan Prairie Dene First Nation, was born and raised in Fort McMurray. Since joining Aunties Within Reach in December 2021, she has played a vital role in developing and implementing community programs. As the Community Engagement Coordinator and Project Assistant, Kaylen plans community events, manages the AWR social media presence, and contributes wherever needed to ensure the success of the initiative. Her passion for community engagement and dedication to her roots shine through in all her efforts. 

Brandy Hepditch is the Chief Administrative Officer of Ihkapaskwa Collective.

With a background in business management, financial analytics, and community wellness, Brandy supports the operational heart of the Collective — helping to build sustainable, culturally grounded spaces where Indigenous families can thrive.