WELL: Queer Health & Wellness Conference

Join internationally renowned mental health advocate Jack Saddleback as he shares insights and experiences on why equity is key to breaking down stigmas. As an out and proud Cree Two Spirit transgender gay man from the Samson Cree Nation in Maskwacis, Alberta, Jack has overcome many layers of societal discrimination. He has sat on the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s Youth Council as the Saskatchewan representative, a role he held for six years and as the former President for the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU), Mr. Saddleback was the third Aboriginal person and the first transgender person to hold the role. Through this resiliency he will share his background in creating change across Canada for equity and diversity.