Meet the team!
We’re honoured to be the fundraising partner of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, a leader in cancer care for more than 85 years. With your support, cancer care in our province can be advanced for everyone.
We are committed to integrity, ensuring your donations are invested according to the greatest need or your wishes. We will make sure you receive the appreciation and ongoing information that your generosity deserves.
This team values the opportunity to discuss the many ways you can help contribute to creating a cancer-free Saskatchewan.
Nora Yeates, CFRE – Chief Executive Officer
Nora Yeates has been involved in the nonprofit and charitable sector for the past 25 years. As Administrator for the Town of Craik followed by a Director position with the Saskatchewan Regional Parks Association, Nora then stepped into the charitable sector beginning with the Canadian Cancer Society. From there Nora has worked with the Hospitals […]
Richard Kies, ABC – Vice President of Development
Richard joined the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan in 2024 and brings over 20 years of non-profit experience to this newly created role. His previous experience as a fundraiser, communicator, and executive leader includes six years as Executive Director for the Kinsmen TeleMiracle Foundation and 15 years with the Canadian Red Cross. Richard earned his Bachelor […]
Jakki Crowe – Director of Major and Planned Gifts
Jakki Crowe’s career started in banking for over 12 years. But in 2001, she found her calling when she moved on to be a professional fundraiser at the Hospitals of Regina Foundation. Since then she has worked at the RCMP Heritage Centre and now since our inception in 2019 our Foundation. From the ground up […]
Darren Adams, CPA, CA – Director of Finance & Administration
Darren Adams has been providing accounting and consulting services to various nonprofit and charitable groups since 2014. As his accounting work within this sector continued to increase, and struck by the passion and drive he encountered, Darren took on a full-time role at the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan as the Director of Finance & Administration. […]
Misty Selinger, CFRE – Director of Engagement
Misty Selinger, Director of Engagement, holds a Certified Fund Raising Executive designation and, prior to working for the Foundation, helped to raise millions of dollars for charitable organizations in animal welfare, the arts, and affordable housing. She serves on the board of directors for the Regina Folk Festival and the fundraising advisory committee for Common […]
Kayla Blondeau – Development Coordinator
Kayla Blondeau is enjoying her first foray into the non-profit sector and is excited to give back to the community through her role at the Foundation. Previously, she worked several years in the glass and construction industry doing administrative work and sales. She has a background in accounting and as a lawyer’s assistant as well. […]
Braydon Page – Community Events Manager
Braydon Page recently obtained his Commerce degree in marketing and finance from the University of Saskatchewan. His past work experience with social advocacy and raising funds for hospital foundations in eastern Canada has spurred his desire to make an impact in the non-profit sector. Outside of work, Braydon has a passion for all types of […]