Malaya Zehr (She/Her)
Keynote Presenter
Malaya Zehr is Inuk, originally from Iqaluit, Nunavut. She is currently the President of Larga Baffin Ltd. Boarding home based in Ottawa, ON. Malaya and her husband own Malti Consulting Ltd, which was a key contributor in keeping Nunavut safe during COVID while managing the Isolation hubs across Canada.
Malaya has served on several Volunteer boards and is currently on:
- Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (CPAC) FNIM Advisory Committee: Provide critical guidance, traditional knowledge, and community perspectives to advance health equity and the Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control
- Not Deciding Alone Committee: Inuit-led collaborative research initiative and steering committee that promotes shared decision-making and self-determination in healthcare for Inuit communities
Malaya has over 20 years of experience in Executive Management, Administration, and Human Resources. She is recognized for her Board experience, including positions as Chair, along with leading Finance and Audit Committees, specializing in Board governance.
She recognizes the need for growth, mentorship, and guidance at all levels and, most importantly, for communicating her Inuit culture.