Patricia Marshall

Elder Patricia Marshall, a fluent Mi’kmaw speaker and certified educator from Potlotek First Nation, brings over 40 years of leadership in Indigenous education, curriculum development and community engagement. With a master of education and ongoing doctoral research focused on Mi’kmaq language revitalization, she is deeply committed to preserving and promoting Indigenous knowledge systems.

Her career spans a wide range of roles, including principal, director of education, learning designer and policy advisor. She has worked across First Nations communities and with provincial and federal governments, contributing to national education policy through the Assembly of First Nations and serving as a treaty policy analyst with Indigenous Services Canada.

In her recent work as an Indigenous learning design scholar, Elder Marshall helped shape reconciliation strategies and advised on Indigenous education initiatives at Red Deer Polytechnic. She also brings extensive experience in post-secondary administration, having led education departments within both federal and First Nations systems.

Her contributions extend across multiple provinces and treaty territories, where she has supported strategic planning, reconciliation efforts and the creation of culturally responsive learning environments. Elder Marshall’s approach is grounded in lived experience, community connection and a lifelong dedication to education. She is recognized for her deep understanding of Indigenous governance, treaty frameworks and the lasting effects of colonialism on education. Her relational leadership style fosters inclusive spaces and supports institutions in respectfully integrating Indigenous worldviews.