Danielle Bekintis
Community Coordinator, Sandy Lake First Nation

My name is Danielle Beardy I am from Sandy Lake First Nation. I am one of the community coordinators for our community. I was on the housing board for two terms. I have been a volunteer firefighter for over 10 years & by day I am a special needs bus driver. My willingness to advocate and help my people comes from knowing how it feels to need help. I try to be the person that I needed when times were tough.. it’s still tough but I’ve learned how to cope. I’m blessed with 5 children, one granddaughter & a very supportive husband. They are my reason to keep trying to find ways to make life in a remote community manageable.