Our Story

Chief Cadmus Delorme, a Cree and Saulteaux, is a citizen and currently Chief of the Cowessess First Nation. Mr. Delorme recently graduated from the Institute of Corporate Director with a designation, received a Master of Public
Administration from the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy and a Bachelor of Business Administration along with a Certificate in Hospitality, Tourism and Gaming Entertainment Management from the First Nations
University of Canada (FNUniv). While a student, Mr. Delorme served in several capacities within the student association, including vice-president and president, and also served as a student ambassador. In 2012, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his student leadership and the hospitality he showed to Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, when they visited FNUniv in 2012. Mr. Delorme has also been named one of CBC Saskatchewan’s Future 40, which celebrates the province’s new generation of leaders, builders and change-makers under the age of 40. Chief Delorme worked as the Student Recruitment Officer for the First Nations University of Canada from 2013 to 2016 when he was elected as Chief. He lives with his wife Kimberly, brother-in-law, daughter and 2 sons on Cowessess First Nation. Chief Delorme was re-elected to a second term as Chief of the Cowessess First Nation in April 2019.

Darrel is currently serving a second, nine-year term on the ECC board. He began his career in Information Technology in 1986, and he joined CHAZ Sales Corporation in 2010 as a Manufacturer Representative of high voltage products. Darrel and his wife are active in their faith community and enjoy time with family. They are proud of their adult children and treasure the time they spend with their grandchildren.

Darrel began his career in Information Technology from 1986 to 2010 – spending the first 12 years as an IT Specialist and the following years in management. In 2010 he joined CHAZ Sales Corporation as a Manufacturer Representative.

Darrel is married to Maureen and together they have raised two daughters and one son and are proud grandparents.

Sheila has a Nursing Diploma and has a varied career in the human services area, serving as the coordinator of the
Driving Without Impairment Program in North East SK, Co-Director of the Adult Day Program at Sherbrooke
Community Centre, Manager and Tenant Services Coordinator at WestPark Lodge, an assisted living facility in Red Deer, Alberta, as well as a returning officer for Elections Saskatchewan and Elections Canada. She has held many volunteer positions with Girl Guides and is active in the Children’s Choir and Fellowship Committee and is an elder in her church. She has been married for 57 years, has 2 children and 4 grandchildren.

Jim Farney is the Regina Director of the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. An academic political scientist, he writes and teaches about Canadian political institutions. Originally from Alberta, he has been part of Eden Care since 2016. He and his family attend Resurrection Roman Catholic parish.

Derrick has a diverse background as a senior municipal public servant and director of not-for-profit organizations. He has a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, a Diploma in Christian Studies, and an ICD.D from the Institute of Corporate Directors. He had a career with the City of Regina in environmental services before retiring in 2013. He also participated in the development of Saskatchewan’s Environmental Code, worked on a CIDA project for solid waste management in Sri Lanka, was the Leader of the 2005 Summer Games Environmental Services Unit, participated as a committee member developing Biomedical Waste Guidelines for the Saskatchewan Government, and was the chair of both the Investigation and Discipline Committees of the Saskatchewan’s Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists. He is currently involved as a volunteer in a number or organizations. Derrick and his wife have 3 married daughters and 4 grandchildren.

Candace Seon was born and raised on the prairies and has lived in the Regina area for over 25 years. Candace played high school volleyball and was on the University of Regina's debate team. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy/sociology and has worked for government, non-profit and for-profit organizations as a career executive assistant. Candace resides with her husband Nathan and their young children on an acreage in the RM of Edenwold.

Michelle Zulyniak serves as our Executive Director of Assisted Living Supports. She has worked in the fields of long term care and in home community support and is passionate about supporting people to live independently as possible.

While attending the University of Regina Michelle, was a member of the University of Regina women’s volleyball team for 5 seasons. During that time, she was name rookie of the year in 2003, was on the academic achievement list, and was the recipient of PSGB student-athlete award for 4 seasons.

She has a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Health Studies from the University of Regina and is a certified Eden Associate Educator with Eden Care Communities.

Juanita Pandya is the Chief Financial Officer for Eden Care Communities. She holds the Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Certified Risk manager (CRM). During Juanita’s 30 year career in finance, she has worked with organizations in life insurance, transportation, construction and the charitable sector. Juanita has served on many boards and committees as a volunteer, including the India Canada Association, the regulatory and licensing committee of CPA Saskatchewan, and the professional conduct committee of CPA Saskatchewan. She has also been a coach for 10 years in the community soccer league of Regina.

Tracey Mazur is the Executive Director of Human Resources. She has an MBA from the University of Regina. She has worked in the fields of tourism, hospitality and charities holding positions in marketing, communications, sales, fundraising and operations.