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.
Calgary, AB
Kainai Nation
Age 29
Fort Macleod, AB
Piikani Nation
Age 15
Thompson, MB
Swampy Cree
Age 13
Fort Macleod, AB
Piikani First Nation
Age 24
Surrey, BC
Metis/Cree
Age 17
Edson, AB
Telegraph Creek
Age 18
Birch Island, ON
Whitefish River First Nation
Age 17
North Vancouver, BC
Gitwangak Aboriginal Community
Age 14
Winnipeg, MB
Sagkeeng First Nation
Age 27
Spectrum Community School, Victoria, BC
Haida
Age 16
Kuujjuaq, QC
Kuujjuaq Community
Age 26
Winnipeg, MB
Age 24
Regina, SK
White Bear
Age 18
Telkwa, BC
Wet'suwet'en
Age 15
Fort Qu'Appelle, SK
Cowessess First Nation
Age 28
Winnipeg, MB
Peguis First Natio
Age 28
Winnipeg, MB
Peguis First Nation
Age 25
Prince Albert, SK
Métis
Age 22
Gitxsan Hazelton Secondary, New Hazelton, BC
Age 16
Port Alberni, BC
Nuu-chah-nulth, from the Ahousaht First Nation
Age 27
Fort Smith, NT
Fort Smith
Age 24
Québec, QC
Uashat mak Maliotenam
Age 22
Orangeville, ON
Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation
Age 29
Strathmore, AB
Siksika Nation
Age 18