Meet Patrick Bruyere

Patrick Bruyere is the IT Manager with the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (FNHSSM) eHealth department, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A member of Sagkeeng First Nation, he brings both professional expertise and lived experience to supporting eHealth initiatives and digital services for First Nations communities across Manitoba.

Patrick holds a Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and has over a decade of experience in the telecommunications industry. His background spans infrastructure, connectivity, and enterprise systems, providing a strong technical foundation for his leadership role in eHealth.

In his current role, Patrick leads IT operations and service delivery, working closely with leadership, technical teams, partners, and community stakeholders. He focuses on reliable, secure, and community‑aligned IT services, with an emphasis on strengthening service management practices, clear communication, and continuous improvement.

Outside of work, Patrick enjoys fishing with the IT team, spending time with his three dogs, and travelling to the First Nations communities he supports. Connecting directly with community members and seeing the impact of technology on the ground fuels his passion and commitment to supporting First Nations through respectful, people‑centred eHealth services.