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Mitch Dumas, MBA, CPA, CGA

Most recently serving as the Senior Vice President, Corporate Services, at the senior management level for the Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û, Mitch Dumas is a graduate of Northern as well as Laurentian University. With an Honours Bachelor of Commerce and a Masters of Business Administration, coupled with his Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and College diploma, Mitch’s educational background underscores his expertise in finance and management.

Born in Mattawa Ontario and raised in Timmins, Ontario, Mr. Dumas has deep roots in Northern Ontario and has been an integral part of the region’s growth for over two decades. His experience in the Mining Sector, for which Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û is well known, uniquely positions him to understand and contribute to the institution’s distinct needs. Mr. Dumas’s leadership style is characterized by genuineness, honesty, and a dedication to problem-solving. As he assumes the role of President, his commitment to these values will undoubtedly guide the institution towards continued success.

As Senior Vice President, Corporate Services, Mr. Dumas has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic acumen in overseeing various portfolios, including finance, human resources, and facilities. With a focus on financial prudence, operational excellence, and organizational well-being, he has played a pivotal role in the success of Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û

Dean Lessard, B.Ed., M.Ed., MBA

Dean Lessard is a proud ‘Northerner’, both as a life-long resident of northern Ontario and as a long-standing employee of Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û.  Dean joined the college in October of 2013 and has held a variety of academic leadership roles, including Dean, School of Business, Community Services & the Learning Excellence and Innovation Department.

In January of 2024, Dean was hired as Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û’s Senior Vice President, Academic. Raised in a family of educators committed to life-long learning and appreciative of the transformative power of education, Dean’s own learning journey has seen him earn an undergraduate degree in History, a Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.), a Master of Education degree (M.Ed.) in Curriculum Development/Leadership and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. Prior to joining Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û, Dean held a variety of leadership and classroom teaching roles in public education.

Glenn MacDougall, M.Sc.

Jennifer Moorlag

Jennifer Moorlag is the Executive Director, Student Services, Institutional Research and Registrar, assuming the role in August of 2024. She joined Áù¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û in 2022 as a Communications Instructor and moved into the position of Instructional Designer.

Jennifer had an adventure-filled 27-year career with Yukon College, now Yukon University.  She has had the pleasure of working in small rural northern communities for most of her career. Jennifer was fortunate to be able to contribute to Yukon College/YukonU in several different roles, spending time as a faculty member, department Chair, interim Dean, and five years as the College Registrar.

Jennifer’s academic background includes a B.A (Economics) from the University of Winnipeg, an M. Ed, in Leadership Studies (University of Victoria) and an MPA – Masters in Public Administration (University of Alaska Southeast).  Jennifer is passionate about education and loves working in the College system.

Jaret Dicks