She is an RN and holds a PhD in Nursing. Dr. Sanguins is also the Knowledge Development Manager in the Manitoba Metis Federation – Health & Wellness Department and manages academic aspects of all studies that occur in the department. Her past research projects have investigated Metis population health as well as Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) projects. Since beginning work with the MMF in 2006, Dr. Sanguins has served as co-investigator or PI on eight quantitative projects, and five qualitative projects. Her research interests are all aspects Metis Health and Well Being, Seniors, and rural health.