Russel Mercredi

Russel Mercredi

B.Comm. ('04)

Russel Mercredi is Métis and is originally from La Ronge. He graduated from the Edwards School of Business in 2004 with a major in Production and Operations Management combined with significant electives in Natives Studies. Russel was the recipient of many scholarships and awards while attending both hight school and university.

Russel enjoys his position with Cameco. Cameco has allowed him to return to his home community of La Ronge. He is proud to be able to improve the lives of northern people through employment and training.

Aboriginal culture is an important part of Russel's identity. He is very encouraged to see an increasing number of Aboriginal students in university and believes that trained Aboriginal people will be a key component in addressing workforce shortages in Saskatchewan.