Our Team
Helen McPhaden
Executive Director
Stardale Women’s Group is led by Helen McPhaden, who is the Executive Director. Prior to being a founding member of the grassroots organization, Helen had been working within the Indigenous community. Helen worked with girls to become models and hostesses. Helen in the recipient of multiple community and research awards including the JLC Partnership Service Award 2017-2018 from the Junior League of Calgary as well as the 2014 ECOS Award (Event for Communities of Sustainability). She is truly the glue that holds Stardale together and is at the helm of all of our incredible projects an initiatives.
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Elder Wanda First Rider
ELDER
Coming soon!
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Tracey Doyscher
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
As a proud Métis woman and photographer with over 15 years of experience, I love telling stories through photos and creative content. At Stardale, I manage our website, social media, email, and other communications, helping share the voices, experiences, and accomplishments of the amazing young women in our programs. Whether I'm behind the camera or behind the scenes, my goal is to create meaningful connections through storytelling and celebrating Indigenous culture. It's a privilege to be part of an organization that helps young Indigenous women shine.
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Muse Laroyia
RESEARCH AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT INTERN
As Stardale’s Research Intern, I’m honoured to be developing “The Stardale Contribution,” a digital curriculum grounded in Stardale’s legacy of suicide prevention, cultural strength, and youth empowerment. I’m completing my MSc in Neuroscience, where my research explores memory, learning, and brain resilience. Working alongside the Stardale team and community knowledge holders, I’m committed to co-creating resources that honour Indigenous storytelling, build hope, and strengthen belonging.
Outside of Stardale, I’m involved in research and advocacy projects related to foster care reform, health equity, and accessible education. I also create artwork for galleries and community spaces where stories of resilience bloom boldly. No matter the space, my goal is always the same: to spark change through creativity, compassion, and collaboration, bridging research, advocacy, and art to build a more just, inspired, and inclusive world.
Interested in joining the Stardale team?
Contact us today for information on available positions or visit our “Work With Us” page for current postings.

