Meet the Team
Nibi is a student-led social enterprise based at the University of Ottawa that focuses on investigating and creating a sustainable way to tackle the water crisis affecting Indigenous communities across Canada.
Our team works with Indigenous communities to test their water, identify purification solutions and create workshops to allow community members to monitor and take ownership of their drinking water.
Alexandra Whiteduck
Project Manager
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Arts in English with a Minor in Biology
I joined Nibi to foster change in the communities of my people and expose the lack of access to safe and clean water in First Nations across Canada.
Something I take for granted is being able to use the water in my community without being worried about the water contamination anymore.
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
I joined Nibi to learn more about Indigenous culture and the devastating water crisis affecting Indigenous communities in hopes that I can help advocate for the injustices that Indigenous communities face.
Something that I take for granted is the readily available safe drinking water we can get from our tap.
Kathy Tong
Science/Engineering Project Coordinator
Benjamin Mugisha
Science/Engineering Project Coordinator
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Science
I joined Nibi to educate myself further about the severe water crisis that is disproportionately affecting indigenous communities and crucial to raise awareness about this issue because every individual deserves access to clean water.
Something I take for granted is the readily available clean water in my home.
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
I joined Nibi because I’ve always been passionate about the Indigenous water crisis issue and appalled by the abundance of boil water advisories on First Nations reserves to this day.
Something I take for granted not having to worry about the safety and well-being of my family because of the lack of a clean drinking water.
Saadana Bala
Science/Engineering Project Coordinator
Adshaya Pakeerathan
Science/Engineering Project Coordinator
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
I joined Nibi with the intention of developing a profound understanding for the Indigenous water crisis and standing up against the injustices faced by Indigenous communities.
Something that I take for granted is my privilege to have access to clean drinking water.
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
I joined Nibi to contribute to the education of youth about the ongoing water crisis in Canada and to provide support to the Indigenous communities impacted by this pressing issue.
Something that I take for granted is the easy access to clean drinking water, whether it's in my own home or nearby community centers.
Shandru Nareshan
Outdoor Education Coordinator
Archana Ajithkumar
Marketing Coordinator
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
I joined Nibi to educate myself and others about this critical issue, and to support efforts that strive for equitable access to water for all.
Something I take for granted is being able to drink clean, safe water instantly without having to worry if it is contaminated.
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science with a Minor in Management
I joined Nibi because I want to help bring awareness to the injustices faced by Indigenous communities as well as do something tangible to help combat them.
Something I take for granted is not stressing about being exposed to potential health issues from my tap water.
Claire Padley
Outreach Coordinator
Adam Said
Business Development Coordinator
My program of study is Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Business Technology Management
I joined Nibi to collaborate as it embarks on its mission to address one of the most significant humanitarian crises in Canada.
Something I take for granted is the nutritional value and quality of food in our country, often overlooking the differences compared to other places in the world. I have now become focused on the goal of reducing food waste by any means possible.
