Julie Ottawa is a young Atikamekw woman from Niherowisiw, Manawan. She is very involved in community and regional projects. Julie has a courageous, passionate, and respectful power. She is very protective of animals and the environment. She has participated in several expeditions on the great Nitaskinan, including Innu Meshkanu, the Projet Asam and the Tapiskwan Sipi expedition.