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.
North Vancouver, BC
Gitwangak Aboriginal Community
Age 14
Orangeville, ON
Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation
Age 29
Thompson, MB
Swampy Cree
Age 13
Strathmore, AB
Siksika Nation
Age 18
Port Hardy, BC
Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw
Age 25
Winnipeg, MB
Peguis First Nation
Age 25
Calgary, AB
Kainai Nation
Age 29
Copper Cliff, ON
M’Chigeeng First Nation
Age 15
Regina, SK
White Bear
Age 18
Prince Albert, SK
Métis
Age 22
Edson, AB
Telegraph Creek
Age 18
Radisson, SK
Métis Nation of Saskatchewan
Age 17
Ottawa, ON
Lac des Mille Lac First Nation
Age 28
Victoria, BC
Fort Nelson First Nation
Age 26
Port Alberni, BC
Nuu-chah-nulth, from the Ahousaht First Nation
Age 27
Spectrum Community School, Victoria, BC
Haida
Age 16
Winnipeg, MB
Sagkeeng First Nation
Age 27
Winnipeg, MB
Peguis First Natio
Age 28
Fort Macleod, AB
Piikani Nation
Age 15
Telkwa, BC
Wet'suwet'en
Age 15
Gitxsan Hazelton Secondary, New Hazelton, BC
Age 16
Fort Qu'Appelle, SK
Cowessess First Nation
Age 28
Winnipeg, MB
Age 24
Kuujjuaq, QC
Kuujjuaq Community
Age 26