Aubrey Watson

Aubrey Watson is an anishinaabekwe from Ketegaunseebee who has worked at The Family Centre for over 13 years in various positions. Aubrey’s First Nation, is outside of Sault Ste. Marie Ontario and her maiden name descend from her late maternal grandfather, Lawrence Boissoneau. She has resided on Treaty 6 for over 20 years and has been gifted the spiritual name of muskwa ka wî tah pî tak askiy (bear who sits with the Earth).

Aubrey holds a Child & Youth Care degree from MacEwan University and a Master’s of Social Work from the University of Calgary. Aubrey’s current role is Manager of Indigenous Support Services. Indigenous Support Services aims to help TFC staff and Indigenous service users live the teachings. This will lead to the revitalization of ceremonies, teachings, Indigenous languages and healing for the Indigenous communities we serve. Aubrey is a life-giver to two beautiful spirits, Zoe and Sadie, is married, and prioritizes spending time with close family and friends. Aubrey enjoys spending time outdoors at the lake whenever possible, walking the family lab, wisdom seeking and attending ceremonies.