The CNSA is a group of Native and/or non-Native students who have an interest in Native culture. Their mandate is to enhance and support the student life of Cambrian students, spiritually, emotionally, physically, and mentally and to foster an understanding of cultural, academic, social, and political needs.

The student body elects the CNSA council members at the general meeting in the fall. Each CNSA council usually includes the following positions: President, Vice President, Culture and Heritage Representative, Sports Representative, Social Activities Representative, Public Relations Representative, Secretary, and Treasurer.

The current CNSA members are: