Excellence in Indigenous Relations Video Production
We operate from the spirit of respect and kindness; our mandate is to do things from the heart when working with clients and communities. Kejic is an Anishinaabe word, which means The Sky. The name was given by Elder Dave Courchene Jr., which symbolizes there are no limits to what we can dream and achieve. We are in a time where we as Indigenous people, the original peoples of our homeland, need to be telling our own stories and representing the Indigenous voices and perspectives.
Kejic Productions has a reputation of connecting to the community it serves by building relationships and respected partnerships. We continue to build our cliental and provide high quality professional services as well as unique opportunities such as career exploration and on-the-job training for Indigenous youth!
Indigenous Small Business of the Year Video Production
Woven Cedar Films is an Indigenous owned film production company founded by Nate Dickson. Nate is a member of Kwantlen First Nation in Langley, British Columbia.
BEHIND THE NAME
Woven Cedar Films takes its name from the Coast Salish tradition of cedar weaving, a practice used for ceremonial, spiritual, and everyday purposes.
Just as cedar fibers are woven together to create something strong and purposeful, Woven Cedar Films brings together visuals and storytelling to reflect history, identity, and connection.
Indigenous Business of the Year Video Production
CIA Solutions produces high quality commercials and films with the highest quality equipment. We currently work with Red 8K Helium cameras and Sony PXW-FX9 cameras. The reason we invested in the most advanced technology in filmmaking is because we want to provide our customers with high-quality products that stand the test of time. From corporate promotional videos to branding commercials, documentaries to television we have you covered. Just because we live in the north does it mean do you have to sacrifice quality.
CCIB Video & PAIR Video Production
Two Canoes brings a new perspective to marketing and video production – an Indigenous perspective.
We have learned from our Elders to preserve and share First People’s stories in a dynamic and adaptive way that demonstrates what is happening today while maintaining core cultural values and principles. Principles like, connections to land and nature.
Our storytelling embraces a wide range of narratives, reflecting the diversity and uniqueness of our culture, languages and experiences across our country.
Our approach goes far beyond simply promoting your business. We craft films and videos that speak to the soul. And we are proven. We are an award-winning Indigenous-owned Film and Marketing Company, focused on producing high-quality, stunning content with strong storytelling. Nestled in the heart of Treaty 7 Alberta, some of our notable awards include Best Documentary at the American Documentary and Best Alberta Short atthe Calgary International Film Festival for our documentary, Ayoungman, which was submitted for the 2023 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. Two Canoes was founded in 2020, our company’s leader, Holly Fortier, who had been teaching sensitivity training across the country, saw a need for creative input from a First People’s marketing and production company. Today, Holly brings her expertise to every Two Canoes project. It is our focus, and our goal, to tell Indigenous stories, the Indigenous way.
Drum Award Artist
Aanii, Bozhoo, Kennedy Cameron-Nashkewa, saugeen ind-onjiba. Hello, my name is Kennedy Cameron-Nashkewa and I was born and raised in saugeen First Nation. I’m a grade 12 student and anishinaabe artist, who’ll be pursuing a higher education in the arts because it allows me to stay connected to my land and people, along with the stories that tie us together. I’ve been creating art since I could hold a pencil, and growing up surrounded by many talented people like my aunty Emily Kewageshig, made it easy to get inspired. My culture and language plays a vital role in who I am as a person and how I choose to act, and through my art I’ve been able to create an outlet to share it with others.
PAIR Award Artist
Kelsey Powless is an Indigenous woodworker from Six Nations of the Grand River. Her passion for woodworking started in 2018; having never operated a power tool in her life, Kelsey quickly learned her way around a Scroll Saw. 3 months later, Kelsey brought Powless + Co. to life . Over the last 6 year, she has created these one-of-a-kind art pieces in her mind, and then brings them to life with her hands. Through her crafts(wo)manship it has been the mission of Powless + Co. to assist in the revitalization of Indigenous culture and languages. At its core, this will always be an area of eternal learning; however, Kelsey believes that her art can spark the necessary conversations towards revitalization.
PAIR Centerpiece Artist
Founder, Erindale Design | PAIR Facilitator | Indigenous Entrepreneur
Erin Davidson is a proud member of the Tulita Dene Nation in the Northwest Territories and founder of Erindale Design, an Indigenous woman owned business she established in 2020.
Her work blends art, design, storytelling and connection. Erindale Design has completed commissioned work and creative projects for Global’s The Morning Show, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Edmonton International Airport’s Wild Rose Marketplace, Native Women’s Association of Canada, Indian Business Corporation, Monte Creek Winery, and other corporate and community partners. Erin has also been invited to facilitate workshops through NWAC and IBC.
Erin is honoured to have created the handcrafted charcuterie boards featured at today’s luncheon. The collection includes five unique themes, each grounded in elements of the earth and carrying its own story and inspiration. She believes some of our most meaningful conversations, relationships and opportunities begin when we gather together.
A PAIR Facilitator, Erin recently completed the Schulich Mini-MBA for Indigenous Leaders CCIB program at York University’s Schulich School of Business. Following that experience, Erin was invited to be a guest editor for the Indigenous Business Report, sharing her perspective on the Mini-MBA program and its impact on her journey as an Indigenous entrepreneur. Her story can be read in the most recent edition of the magazine.
Erin also leads Indigenous Relations as Account Manager – Indigenous Engagement with Full Line Specialties, specializing in branded promotional products and FR/PPE while helping organizations build meaningful Indigenous business relationships.
She serves on the Board of Directors for Creating Hope Society of Alberta and has taught yoga and breathwork for more than 15 years, guided by her belief that everything is energy.
Erin lives in Fox Creek, Alberta, with her husband and loves art, design, travel, business, hearing people’s stories, and walking the Nordic trails with her two Golden Retrievers and Border Collie. She is a proud mom and recently became Gigi to their little one Carter.
Erin remains deeply grateful for the relationships, opportunities and connections that have grown and continue to grow alongside Erindale Design.
West Coast Awards Dinner Backdrop & Centerpiece Artist
Designed by Jamin Zuroski and produced in collaboration with Nichola Kennell
Jamin Zuroski is a ‘Namgis First Nations Artist, residing in Vancouver, BC. Jamin holds mixed ancestry from Ukrainian and Polish on his father’s side and ‘Namgis First Nation on his mother’s side. Jamin is one of three siblings from his mother, Cindy Cook and is a grandchild to Ruth and George Cook. The Gigalgam Cook family comes from Alert Bay, which is located on Cormorant Island. Alert Bay sits on the regional lands of the Kwakwaka’wakw, the Kwak’wala speaking peoples.
As Jamin navigated and practiced art throughout junior high and high school, he was honoured numerous art awards. During his teenage years, he was offered after hours opportunities to continue his practice and artistic learning under the mentorship and guidance of Victor Newman, Carey Newman and Rande Cook.
For over 25 years, Jamin has practiced and worked with a variety of artists, community members, organizations, businesses, schools, Friendship Centres and government on a variety of cultural projects and initiatives. Some of the current mediums he works with are cedar wood carving, cedar and glass sandblasting, mural painting, canvas painting, skateboards and computer graphics.
Red Carpet Designer
Destiny Seymour (Anishinaabe) holds a Master of Interior Design degree from the University of Manitoba and has 15+ years of interior design experience under her belt. Seymour is a member of Peguis First Nation. She lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and works on both sides of the Canada/US border.
Founded by Destiny Seymour, Indigo Arrows takes a critical look at the representation of Indigenous cultures within the built environment.
Destiny launched Indigo Arrows in 2016 to offer something unique in the world of interior design—artisan textiles that respectfully reflect the history of Manitoba’s Indigenous peoples.
Seymour specializes in the design of Indigenous spaces. Her approach is anchored by community consultations; her designs are informed by local history, current realities, and the needs of future generations; and, her innovative finishes push her clients’ spaces ahead of their regional competitors.
Her design mission is to respectfully reflect local Indigenous cultures & identity within architectural forms, interior spaces, furniture, and textiles. This design process acknowledges community engagement, inclusiveness, and collaboration when creating new works.
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