Laurianne Sylvester, is a Mi’kmaw woman, born and raised in Membertou First Nation, who has worked in education for over 20 years. Her educational and leadership journey began in her home community as an elementary school teacher. She served as Vice Principal of Membertou Elementary School. Laurianne continued as the Director of First Nation School Success Program (Academic Services) at Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey for fourteen years before joining Cape Breton University (CBU). Laurianne holds a Bachelor of Arts (UCCB), a Bachelor of Education (STFX), a Masters in Education in Diverse Learners and Curriculum (Mount St. Vincent), and a Masters in Leadership (Acadia).
Laurianne is a proud mom of Kalo and Kiju to Kylo!