Immerse in the Rich Tapestry of local indigenous Culture

Experience the vibrant cultural heritage of local Indigenous nations through live performances, marvel at the Indigenous artwork displays, and savor a menu inspired by Indigenous ingredients. These elements are curated to enrich the experience of each delegate, blending local colors and traditions into the fabric of the conference.

OCA LOgo Artist Statement

“Indinawemaaganindag – All My Relations” (Makwa – Bear) We are all connected, across turtle island, each nation as one, from people to the four-legged spirits and birds. Using florals inspired by traditional beadwork to symbolize how our roots run deep to our ancestors and we are growing in our communities. Makwa, the bear representing strength and courage, surrounded by the sun for a new day.

Storm Angeconeb is an Indigenous artist from Treaty Three Territory (Lac Seul First Nation), born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Currently she resides in Red Lake, Ontario. Many of her work includes animals and birds as representations of herself or those close to her. Over the past few years her artwork is included throughout Winnipeg from murals to lightboxes. Storm continues to practice her art through painting, digital art and practicing beadwork.

StAGE DESIGN Artist Statement

The artwork for the FNMPC Conference Stage encapsulates a vibrant fusion of tradition and innovation, which compliments this year’s theme of Stronger Together.

Drawing inspiration from the communal spirit of Longhouse design, the stage serves as a dynamic conversation starter. Intricate patterns of wood adorn the walls and beams, evoking the warmth of a lodge and symbolizing growth and our enduring ties to tradition. These crafted motifs embody the interconnectedness facilitated by the conference, weaving together diverse perspectives and creative solutions.

Through this blending of art and tradition, the artwork invites participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and exploration, cultivating a stage of collaboration and connection where we can create a future where we are stronger together.
Katie Wilhelm is an award-winning Indigenous designer and consultant from the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation. 

Red Sky Performance

Red Sky Performance is a leading company of Indigenous performance in Canada and worldwide.

Red Sky Performance is an Indigenous-led company. The vision of Red Sky Performance derives from its creator Sandra Laronde from the Teme-Augama Anishinaabe (People of the Deep Water). Her vision is to elevate and expand contemporary performance informed by Indigenous worldview and culture.

Since its creation in 2000, Red Sky Performance has delivered close to 3,000 performances in 21 countries on 4 continents and regularly perform in communities across Turtle Island.


www.redskyperformance.com

IG: redskyperformance
FB: Red Sky Performance
Twitter: redskyperform

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Indigenous vendor Marketplace

Little Wiggly Art

Laura Martin is a self-taught First Nations artist whose mother is a status member of M’Chigeeng First Nation and her father a status member of Qalipu First Nation. Laura follows a long line of artists in her family including noted Woodlands style artists John Laford, Peter Migwans, and Carl Beam. 

While Laura creates many types of wearable art and one of a kind handcrafted items (including prints, bookmarks, wood burned boxes, hand painted pendants, hand drum bags, ribbon skirts and shirts, beaded jewelry, etc.), she is first and foremost a painter. Lauar’s work.  Laura has been creating her style of artwork, one of a kind pieces containing traditional symbolism in a modern format, since 1986.

Key Contact: Laura Martin 

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Solstice coffee

A fully Indigenous supply chain

We’re proud to pioneer a fully Indigenous supply chain in Canada. From farm to cup, we support Indigenous producers and roasters. When you choose our coffee, you’re creating opportunities for Indigenous communities and ensuring fair wages for farmers.

Learn more at: https://solsticecoffee.ca/

Neechi By Nature Inc.

Neechi By Nature is an Indigenous designer brand that’s focuses on men’s and unisex apparel.

Key Contact: Shane Kelsey

Visit website and profiles at: Www.neechibynature.com

Still Stands Tall Designs

Family run hand made crafts, Beadwork, Earrings, Broaches, Baby Onesies, Textile Art.

Key Contact: J’net Ayayqwayaksheelth

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BeadworkbySaga

Saga is an indigenous youth based in Toronto, hailing from Constance Lake and Whitesand First Nation territories. Saga is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist and facilitator specializing in handmade, authentic First Nations jewelry produced locally from natural materials including: birchbark, quillwork, beadwork, sealskin, antlers & raw deer hide.

Key Contact: Saga Kwandibens

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NishKweCo

Beaded Rings, earrings and strawberry themed items. Leather jewellery and crafts.

Key Contact: Tammy Enosse Bird 

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Two Heart Beadwork

Anishnaabe mother-daughter team creating handmade items using traditional and modern techniques.

Key Contact: Chanin Payea

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lesley hampton

Ready to wear collection of jackets, skirts and jewellery collection.

Key Contact: Lesley Hampton

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