IRC Welcomes Lesa Semmler as Associate Executive Director, Health, Wellness and Beneficiary Services

INUVIK, NT, November 3, 2026 – Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) is pleased to welcome Lesa Semmler as associate executive director, Health, Wellness and Beneficiary Services.

Semmler is joining IRC effective November 9, 2026 and is based in Inuvik, NT. In her new role, she will work alongside and report to Evelyn Storr, executive director, Health, Wellness and Beneficiary Services.

The associate executive director role will add senior leadership capacity to Health, Wellness and Beneficiary Services and support the continued delivery and development of programs and services for Inuvialuit beneficiaries and communities.

“One of my commitments was to create more opportunities for Inuvialuit in senior leadership. Lesa’s appointment supports that goal, while strengthening mentorship, capacity building and succession planning within IRC,” said Erwin Elias, Chair and CEO.

Semmler brings significant public service experience and an understanding of the needs and priorities of Inuvialuit and communities across the region.

IRC is pleased to welcome Lesa Semmler to the organization and looks forward to her contributions to Health, Wellness and Beneficiary Services and the broader work of IRC.