Debbie Maxie is a member of the WhiteBear First Nation. She was re-elected to council in June 2009 and is responsible for the justice and gaming portfolios for WhiteBear First Nation. Councilor Maxie has been active in maintaining and promoting programs such as the court-worker program, fine option, youth and justice committee training in addition to policy development for their community justice mandate. She states that it is important in her election term “to ensure that all band members have the necessary information so they are able to access the proper services and make informed decisions.”

Councilor Maxie is committed to her family of three adult children and 15 grandchildren who are actively involved in sports and pow-wow. She has been married for 34 years and is proud of the support she receives from her husband in her role as councilor for WhiteBear First Nation.