Thursday, May 17, 2012

I am ... Darlene Neecan

Darlene Neecan is a member of Saugeen First Nation near Savant Lake in Northwestern Ontario. The 52-year-old is fighting to upgrade homes near her community. She spearheaded a project that will give Amelia Skunk a new home. Skunk is currently living in a100-year-old shack that once served as a chicken coop.


Monday, November 28, 2011

I am ... Melinda Henderson

Melinda Henderson is a talented singer and a member of North Spirit Lake.






Tuesday, September 21, 2010

I am ... Lee Kamenawatamin


Lee, top centre, is a talented fashion designer. The Michikan Lake member started designing in high school after being encouraged to join a sewing club. In the past year Lee has been a part of and produced three fashion shows. He's working on another collection that will debut in Winnipeg this December. Alyssa Wise-man, 15 of Sioux Lookout and Caidence Paleske, 17 from Chicago Il model two of Lee's creations.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

I am ... Steven Wesley


Steven is a super talented musician and the front man for one of the best hard rock bands in northwestern Ontario – Rezmyth

I am ... Mike McKay


Mike is an architectural engineer who works for Windigo Tribal Council in Sioux Lookout.

Monday, May 31, 2010

I am ... Waawaate Fobister




Waawaate Fobister is a dynamic talent. He's a contemporary dancer and actor who has written, produced and acted in his own play, which debuted in Toronto. The Grassy Narrows member has acted in numerous theatre productions.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

I am ... Michelle Derosier




Michelle Derosier is a rare combination of beauty, intellect and talent. She's an award-winning filmmaker and is co-owner of Thunderstone Pictures Inc. – a film company based in Thunder Bay. Michelle is originally from Eagle Lake First Nation. She is also a social worker.