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Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement (IACE)
Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱ | Centre of respect for the rights of one another and all beings

Joy Charleson

Joy Charleson

Acting Executive Assistant

OVPI

Contact:
Office: MWB

Currently Acting Executive Assistant.

My name is Joy, and I am a proud Nuu-Chah-Nulth woman, with roots in the Hesquiaht and Mowachaht. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother, deeply grounded by the love and teachings of my large family, who have shaped the person I am today. Since 2003, I’ve made my home in Lekwungen Territory, alongside my husband, who is a member of the Songhees Nation. I’m excited to begin my new role as the OVPI Administrative Assistant. Supporting and working with our people is something I truly love, and I’m passionate about helping our community grow and thrive. It’s an honour to be part of this team, and I look forward to building strong relationships, learning together, and contributing in meaningful ways.

Biography

My name is Joy, and I am a proud Nuu-Chah-Nulth woman, with roots in the Hesquiaht and Mowachaht. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother, deeply grounded by the love and teachings of my large family, who have shaped the person I am today. Since 2003, I’ve made my home in Lekwungen Territory, alongside my husband, who is a member of the Songhees Nation. I’m excited to begin my new role as the OVPI Administrative Assistant. Supporting and working with our people is something I truly love, and I’m passionate about helping our community grow and thrive. It’s an honour to be part of this team, and I look forward to building strong relationships, learning together, and contributing in meaningful ways.