Our Team

With over a decade of experience in the museum field, Kaitlyn’s work bridges education, storytelling, and community engagement. She holds a BA Honours in Arts with a focus in History, a Postgraduate Diploma in Museum Management and Curatorship, and a Diploma in Journalism. If you can’t tell she loves school by now, she also did a diploma in Legal Assisting for fun during COVID. Kaitlyn can be found in all parts of the building – but if you need to find her, look for the woman in cheetah print carrying a coffee!

Originally from Timmins, Kaitlyn moved away for school and spent 12 years gaining experience and living overseas before returning to her hometown. She is a bilingual and an avid traveler—experiences that have shaped her approach to inclusive interpretation and public programming. She also holds a Certificate in Conflict Resolution Training and Facilitation, which she applied while working in Ottawa at the Diefenbunker Museum, where she taught students about conflict resolution within historical contexts.

Kaitlyn’s museum career in Timmins began when she was hired as an Exhibit Researcher, a role that led to the development of the permanent exhibit launched in 2020. In 2021, she became Assistant Curator, and in 2024, was appointed Director/Curator.

She is passionate about connecting people to history through meaningful exhibits and dialogue. Kaitlyn’s work continues to focus on building accessible, community-driven cultural spaces that spark curiosity and foster understanding.

Monica has been the Program Coordinator at the Timmins Museum since 2019, and truly loves what she does! Before joining the museum, she was a teacher, earning her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario and her Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University. Now, she gets to blend her love of history, education, and art into programs for all ages – whether it’s hands-on crafts, school visits, or large community events. 

If you’re a teacher planning a class trip, Monica is the person to connect with to make your visit fun, engaging, and memorable. She’s also always eager to connect with local artists and crafters. So, if you’d like to lead a workshop or teach a course – whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth – reach out to Monica, and she’ll help make it happen! 

In addition to her program work, Monica has also become the museum’s resident content creator, sharing updates and keeping everyone in the know about what’s happening – a new skill she’s discovered and genuinely enjoys. Monica also really loves an outdoor adventure and has become our in-house meteorologist – camping by the water is her favourite summer getaway!

Molly has been part of the Timmins Museum team since 2011!  She has served as Visitor Services Coordinator since 2019. In this role, she manages the Museum Gift Shop and oversees the Membership Program, ensuring a welcoming and engaging experience for all visitors.

With extensive experience in retail and entrepreneurship—including owning and operating both a local gift store and Christopher’s Coffee House in Timmins—Molly brings strong customer service and business management skills to the Museum. Not only is she a dog-lover, but she also enjoys hiking and discovering new places – especially waterfalls! She is passionate about connecting with the community, supporting local initiatives, and enhancing the visitor experience. Highlights of her work include welcoming guests, assisting with community events, and helping create an inviting and memorable atmosphere at the Museum.

Paul Raiche was born and raised in Timmins and has been part of the T.M.N.E.C. team since 2017, working as a museum attendant. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with distinction from the University of Ottawa (2013), where he was awarded the Gunter Nolte Scholarship for excellence in draftsmanship. Some of his artistic work can even be spotted within the Museum’s permanent exhibit—if you know where to look.

Paul brings a wide range of experience from his time at Ottawa’s Wallack Galleries, PDA Projects, and the National Gallery of Canada. At T.M.N.E.C., he is passionate about interpreting local history, sharing stories, and helping visitors connect with the community’s heritage. He especially enjoys exhibit staging, merchandising, and hosting events, and takes pride in being an enthusiastic ambassador for both the Museum and Timmins.

Gianna began her career in heritage as a part-time and summer student at the Timmins Museum’s original South Porcupine location. After more than 30 years working in archiving and special collections, her path has come full circle—returning to the Museum and reconnecting with some of the very artifacts she first encountered early in her career.

With her extensive background in collections and preservation, Gianna brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team. She is passionate about sharing stories, guiding visitors through the region’s history, and helping them engage with the area’s diverse cultural heritage.

In the Spring of 2024, the museum welcomed Drasti to the team! Drasti Raval is originally from Gujarat, India, and now calls Timmins home. She joined the Timmins Museum as a Museum Attendant, where she enjoys welcoming visitors, leading children’s workshops, and making learning fun and engaging—sometimes with a little extra glitter.

Alongside her work at the Museum, Drasti is an Early Childhood Educator at the YMCA, a role inspired by her early experiences caring for her younger brother. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and brings creativity, enthusiasm, and a love of storytelling to everything she does—whether she’s talking about Shakespeare, dinosaurs, or local history.

Brandon has been a Museum Attendant at the Timmins Museum since the winter of 2023. A proud Franco-Ontarian, he studied at Collège Boréal and brings a strong background in hospitality, retail, and customer service to his role.

At the Museum, Brandon has facilitated a variety of children’s programs in both English and French, sharing his enthusiasm for learning and community engagement. He is eager to deepen his knowledge of local history and culture and enjoys helping visitors make meaningful connections to the community’s past. His upbeat and welcoming demeanor ensures that every visitor’s experience is positive, memorable, and enriching.