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About us → Board of directors
The Raven Collective is governed by a volunteer board of directors drawn from Indigenous communities across British Columbia and Alberta. Our board members bring expertise in arts, law, finance, education, and cultural stewardship.
Leadership
Board Chair
Nisga’a Nation · Gitlax̱t’aamiks, BC
Noah Guno is a Nisga’a leader and community member from Gitlax̱t’aamiks (New Aiyansh), the largest village of the Nisga’a Nation and its administrative capital, located in the Nass River Valley of northwestern British Columbia.
Noah currently serves as Deputy Chief of the Gitlax̱t’aamiks Village Government, working alongside Chief Councillor Calvin Morven. He has served in previous terms as a Village Councillor, demonstrating a sustained commitment to elected governance within his community.
Beyond the village level, Noah holds a seat on Nisga’a Lisims Government statutory and standing committees, contributing to nation-wide governance and policy.
Noah has emerged as a strong and principled voice on issues of community self-determination.
A graphic designer by trade, Noah founded Aboriginal Press in November 2016, the first independent micro news site in the Nass Valley, driven by a belief that Indigenous communities deserve their own independent media. Aboriginal Press filled a need for local news coverage in Nisga’a territory covering stories about Indigenous people and issues in northern BC.
Outside of governance, Noah is a recognized figure in his community’s sporting life. He has been part of the New Aiyansh YMCA group that forms the backbone of basketball and soccer in the community.
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Board Member
Nisga’a / Gitxsan Nation · Terrace, BC
Nikki Villeneuve is a Raven of Nisga’a and Gitxsan descent who resides with her family in Terrace, British Columbia, on the traditional and unceded territory of the Tsimshian people. She brings a diverse background in administration, entrepreneurship, and community leadership.
Nikki holds certifications as an Office Assistant, Natural Resource Technician, and most recently, in Entrepreneurship. Her professional experience includes working with Indigenous organizations, hotels, and band offices. She is also the co-owner and operator of a family-run custom apparel and print business based in Terrace.
Deeply committed to her community, Nikki serves in several leadership roles, including Chair of the Terrace Public Library Board, Business Manager for the Gitlaxdax Sayt-Gilim Goothl Nisga’a Dance Group, and member of the City of Terrace Housing Committee. She is also involved with the Raven Collective, Gitlaxdax Terrace Nisga’a Society Board, and serves as Festival Chair for the X’maaý Festival through the ’Ksan Society.
Nikki is passionate about cultural preservation, community inclusion, and creative expression. In her personal time, she enjoys song and dance, jogging, crafting, and reading. Her lived experience, leadership, and cultural knowledge make her a strong and thoughtful voice in the communities she serves.
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Board Member
Nisga’a / Gitxsan Nation · Terrace, BC
Elliott Good, of Nisga’a and Gitxsan descent, brings a diverse skill set and a strong commitment to Indigenous empowerment. Residing in Terrace, BC, with his family and pets, he has built a career spanning trades and business development.
With a background in plumbing, Elliott trained at UAPICBC and pursued culinary arts, completing studies at the College of New Caledonia and Coast Mountain College. He also attended the Gustavson School of Business, aiming to establish a plumbing business that provides opportunities for Indigenous workers in the trades.
A self-described jack of all trades, Elliott thrives in diverse settings, always ready to contribute his knowledge and skills. His blend of practical expertise and entrepreneurial vision makes him a valuable member of the board, supporting initiatives that uplift Indigenous artists and storytellers.
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Board Member
Nisga’a / Gitxsan Nation · Vancouver, BC
Don Russell Guno, born in Old Aiyansh in 1952, is of Nisga’a and Gitxsan ancestry. He has a deep connection to his Indigenous heritage and a special bond with his late older brother, Larry Guno, a respected playwright, politician, and advocate for Indigenous rights. Larry’s work and legacy continue to inspire Don’s commitment to community and the arts.
Don’s career began in the salmon canneries and logging industry before he moved to Vancouver, where he worked with the Vancouver Native Housing Society, supporting Indigenous social housing. He later attended Langara College and the University of British Columbia, studying political science before financial constraints led him to shift careers. He then worked in the warehouse industry until his retirement at 65.
Now residing in Vancouver, Don remains active through cycling, hiking, and as a YMCA member. His lived experience, combined with his deep appreciation for Indigenous storytelling and advocacy, makes him a valuable voice on the board.
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Board Member
Nisga’a / Gitxsan Nation · Terrace, BC
Kailey Morgan (Hlgu Ńaam Dal) work is shaped by a mix of community service, cultural responsibility, and hands‑on experience across different environments. She has spent the last several years supporting organizations like Gitxsan Child & Family Services, Newmont/Newcrest, Tea Creek Training, and Raven Prints—often in roles where she is the first point of contact, the organizer behind the scenes, or the person making sure things run smoothly and safely.
A lot of what she does is grounded in who she is, with Gitxsan and Nisga’a heritage at the core of her identity. She grew up learning traditional harvesting, food preservation, and feast responsibilities, and those teachings continue to guide how she shows up in community spaces. She carries the values of care, respect, and responsibility into every part of her life.
Kailey is also committed to learning and expanding her skills. She has completed training in crisis response, strategic planning, and cultural arts, and is now taking that further by studying in Haida Gwaii, where she is learning about ethnobiology, social‑ecological change, and environmental assessment—areas that connect deeply with her interest in land‑based knowledge and community wellbeing.
Overall, Kailey is someone who enjoys working with people, supporting community, and staying connected to culture and land. She is always looking for ways to grow, contribute, and bring both traditional and contemporary knowledge together in meaningful ways.
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Governance
The Raven Collective holds an Annual General Meeting each spring open to all members. Board elections, financial reports, and program updates are presented to the membership.
As a registered Canadian non-profit we publish annual financial statements and grant reports. All funding sources and distributions are disclosed to our membership and the public.
The Raven Collective welcomes applications from Indigenous community members with expertise in arts, finance, law, education, or cultural stewardship. Board terms are two years.
