From across Canada, these amazing young artists and writers have explored everything from their own personal past to the stories of their ancestors and country. They are a testament to the great potential for creativity, engagement and respect in Indigenous communities across Canada.
Prince Albert, SK
Métis
Age 22
Thompson, MB
Swampy Cree
Age 13
North Vancouver, BC
Gitwangak Aboriginal Community
Age 14
Prince Albert, SK
Patuanak
Age 28
Fort Qu'Appelle, SK
Cowessess First Nation
Age 28
Ohsweken, ON
Mohawk
Age 25
Burlington, ON
Upper Cayuga
Age 19
Orangeville, ON
Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation
Age 29
Camperville, MB
Pine Creek First Nation
Age 17
Saskatoon, SK
Métis
Age 17
Tottenham, ON
Chippewas of Georgina Island
Age 16
Winnipeg, MB
Sagkeeng First Nation
Age 27
Strathmore, AB
Siksika Nation
Age 18
Saskatoon, SK
Métis
Age 18
Winnipeg, MB
Peguis First Nation
Age 25
Kuujjuaq, QC
Kuujjuaq Community
Age 26
Fort Nelson, BC
Age 27
Winnipeg, MB
Cree and Gitxsan Nations
Age 28
Calgary, AB
Poundmaker Cree Nation
Age 18
Calgary, AB
Kainai Nation
Age 29
Saskatoon, SK
Beardy’s/Okemasis First Nations, Métis
Age 18
Fort Smith, NT
Fort Smith
Age 24
Québec, QC
Uashat mak Maliotenam
Age 22
Attawapiskat, ON
Attawapiskat First Nations
Age 15