Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Wisdom Speakers in Canada

Speakers Canada offers Canadian Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Wisdom Speakers who share traditional knowledge, lived experience, and leadership practices rooted in community values. Our Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Wisdom Speakers provide insights on governance, resilience, and cultural understanding that strengthen organizations and communities. With Canadian expertise, they help audiences embrace cultural wisdom while supporting reconciliation and inclusive leadership.

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Hon. Judge Marion Buller

Hon. Judge Marion Buller

MMIWG Commissioner & Former Judge | Human Rights, First Nation & Indigenous Advocate

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Hon. Judge Marion Buller

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Excellence & Success
  • Gender Equality
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Indigenous
Judge Marion Buller is a keynote speaker & human rights advocate who helped form the First Nations Courts in BC & the first woman...
Tammy Buss

Tammy Buss

Family Business & Succession | Leadership, Governance & Legacy Expert

Tammy Buss

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Mentoring & Succession Planning
  • Leadership Development
  • Organizational Change
  • Inter-Generational Workplace
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Women In Business
Tammy Buss is an educator, author, and podcast host specializing in family enterprise, succession planning, and generational transition....
Michelle Cameron

Michelle Cameron

Entrepreneur & Community Leader | Indigenous Economic Empowerment & Reconciliation

Michelle Cameron

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous Business & Economics
  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Mentoring & Succession Planning
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Women's Leadership
  • Business Growth
  • Corporate Responsibility (CSR)
Michelle Cameron is an entrepreneur and community leader dedicated to advancing Indigenous economic empowerment. She is the owner of...
Michael Redhead Champagne

Michael Redhead Champagne

Indigenous Advocate & Youth Leader | Author, Truth & Reconciliation, DEI & Racial Justice Expert

Michael Redhead Champagne

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Racial Justice
  • Communication
  • Mental Health
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment
Michael Redhead Champagne is an Indigenous advocate, speaker, and author from Winnipeg’s North End, with roots in Shamattawa First...
Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Senior Dermatology Resident | Family Physician | Public Health Speaker

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Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Disability
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Health & Wellness
  • Health Performance
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Indigenous
Dr. Jessica Dunkley is a deaf Canadian dermatology resident and family physician, who became the first deaf Métis doctor in Canada after...
Roula Eid

Roula Eid

Executive Leadership Coach | Change Management, Team Effectiveness & Leadership Expert

Roula Eid

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Organizational Change
  • Transformation
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Teamwork
  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom
  • Communication
Roula Eid is a leadership strategist, executive speaker, and certified executive and team coach who works with leaders and professional...
Julia Fournier

Julia Fournier

Artificial Intelligence & Business Strategist | Leadership and Transformation Expert

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Julia Fournier

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Business Leadership
  • Leadership and Change
  • Business Technology
  • Emerging Technology & Tech Trends
  • Operational Process Improvement
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Organizational Leadership
Julia Fournier is a Canadian entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience leading large-scale operational, technology, and workforce...
Will Gadd

Will Gadd

Adventure Athlete & Risk Management | Resilience, High Performance & Leadership Expert

Will Gadd

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Personal Leadership
  • Personal Growth
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Adventurers
  • Athletes & Sports
Will Gadd is a world-renowned adventurer, elite athlete, and expert in risk management, high performance, and leadership. Best known as the...
Dr. Lynn Gehl

Dr. Lynn Gehl

Indigenous Knowledge Keeper | Treaty Rights | Land Claims | Access & Inclusivity Expert

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Dr. Lynn Gehl

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Women's Leadership
  • Disability
  • Reconciliation
  • Indigenous Rights
Dr. Lynn Gehl is an author, advocate, artist, and public speaker. She is one of only two Algonquin in the world with a doctorate in...
Mel Grandjamb

Mel Grandjamb

Indigenous Business Mogul | Firefighting Hero & Cultural Guardian | Sparking Possibility

Mel Grandjamb

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Business Management
  • Indigenous
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Resilience & Adversity
Mel Grandjamb is a former Chief of Fort McKay First Nation, a respected business leader, firefighting hero and advocate for Indigenous...
Paul Isaak

Paul Isaak

Organizational Leadership Advisor | Employee Wellness, Crisis Leadership & Engagement Expert

Paul Isaak

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Leadership
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Employee Management
  • Health & Wellness
  • Mental Health
  • PTSD & Trauma
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Personal Growth
Paul Isaak is an international consultant with a diverse leadership background, forged during a distinguished 34-year career in policing...
Marilyn Jensen

Marilyn Jensen

Indigenous Educator & Cultural Leader | Reclamation, Governance & Identity Expert

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Marilyn Jensen

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Personal Leadership
  • Women's Leadership
  • Racial Justice
  • Workplace Culture
  • Resilience & Change
Marilyn Jensen is an Indigenous cultural leader, educator, and advocate dedicated to the reclamation and revitalization of Indigenous...
Whitehorse Whitehorse, Yukon
Anthony Johnson

Anthony Johnson

LGBTQ2S+ & Indigenous Champion | Frist Nation, Two Spirit and Diversity Expert

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Anthony Johnson

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Mental Health
  • Cultural Diversity
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Employee Management
  • Racial Justice
  • Indigenous
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
Anthony Johnson is a Two-Spirit Keynote Speaker, LGBTQ2S+ Advocate & ED&I Expert. Through his powerful story to bring awareness for LGBTQ &...
Andrew Kirsch

Andrew Kirsch

Former Canadian Spy & Intelligence Officer | Security & Privacy | Communications Expert

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Andrew Kirsch

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Privacy & Cyber Security
  • Business Leadership
  • Communication
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Emerging Technology & Tech Trends
  • Future Trends
  • Consultants & Coaches
  • Government Departments & Agencies
Andrew Kirsch is a national security expert and former intelligence officer recognized for his work in policy analysis, field...
Michael Linklater

Michael Linklater

Indigenous Basketball Champion |Indigenous Advocacy, Youth Growth & Leadership Expert

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Michael Linklater

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Personal Leadership
  • Personal Growth
  • Leadership Development
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Mindset & Goal Accomplishment
  • Trust Relationships
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Michael Linklater, a proud Nehiyaw (Cree) father from Thunderchild First Nation in Treaty 6 Territory, is one of Canada’s most celebrated...
Janice Makokis

Janice Makokis

Indigenous Rights Advocate | Legal Scholar & Consultant

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Janice Makokis

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Racial Justice
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Generational Differences
  • Gender Equality
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Public Relations & Media Training
Janice Makokis is an Indigenous Legal Rights Scholar, Advocate and Consultant. Janice Makokis currently holds a joint position between the...
Dr. Patricia Makokis

Dr. Patricia Makokis

First Nation | Indigenous Expert | Health Advocate

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Dr. Patricia Makokis

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Communication
  • Confidence
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Difficult Conversations
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Excellence & Success
Dr. Patricia Makokis is an internationally renowned speaker, author, a pioneer for Indigenous education, health & values well known for her...
James Makokis

James Makokis

Indigenous Two Spirit Doctor, Amazing Race Winner | LGBTQ2S, First Nation, Health Expert

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James Makokis

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Mental Health
  • Health & Wellness
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership
  • Work Life Balance
Dr. James A. Makokis is a Nehiyô (Plains Cree) Family Physician from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation in northeastern Alberta and the recent...
Isaac Murdoch

Isaac Murdoch

First Nation Advocate & Indigenous Knowledge Keeper | Storyteller, Artist, Author & Cultural Expert

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Isaac Murdoch

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Confidence
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Emotional Intelligence
Isaac Murdoch is a renowned indigenous artist and activist who shares the wisdom and culture of First Nations through powerful...
Sudbury Sudbury, Ontario
Ross Pambrun

Ross Pambrun

Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity Futurist | Fire Captain, Métis Leader & Innovation Expert

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Ross Pambrun

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Business Leadership
  • Business Management
  • Business Technology
  • Business Transitions
Ross Pambrun is a visionary Indigenous Métis business leader, futurist, and award-winning CEO of The Memphis Group, an Artificial...
Lorelei Higgins Parker

Lorelei Higgins Parker

Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation | Diversity, Equity & Community Peacebuilding Expert

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Lorelei Higgins Parker

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Excellence & Success
  • Indigenous
  • Racial Justice
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Transformation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Influence & Negotiation
Lorelei Higgins Parker is a Canadian Indigenous Relations Consultant, Cultural Mediator, and Positive Peace Activator recognized for her...
Dr. Lana Potts

Dr. Lana Potts

First Nation Physician | Medical Doctor | Indigenous Health And First Nation Expert

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Dr. Lana Potts

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Confidence
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Happiness & Positivity
  • Health & Wellness
  • Health Performance
Dr. Lana Potts CCFP is a Medical Doctor, Indigenous Health and First Nation Expert, family physician at the Siksika Health and Wellness...
Bobbie Racette

Bobbie Racette

Tech Entrepreneur & Equity Advocate | Mission Led Startups, Inclusive Hiring & Indigenous Innovation

Bobbie Racette

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Business Growth
  • Business Leadership
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Indigenous Business & Economics
  • Purposeful Work
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Business Technology
Bobbie Racette is Founder of Virtual Gurus, acquired, Indigenous entrepreneurship leader, and 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate known for building one of...
Nicole Robertson

Nicole Robertson

Journalist & Media Specialist | Indigenous Communications, Storytelling & Media Strategy Expert

Nicole Robertson

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Brand Strategy & Storytelling
  • Business Management
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Public Relations & Media Training
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership and Change
  • Women In Business
Nicole Robertson is an award-winning media specialist and journalist with over three decades of experience promoting Indigenous...
Cowboy Smithx

Cowboy Smithx

Redx Talks Founder | Award Winning Indigenous Filmmaker | First Nation & Indigenous Expert

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Cowboy Smithx

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Blockchain, Web3 & Metaverse
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Leadership
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
Cowboy Smithx is an award-winning filmmaker of Blackfoot from Piikani & Kainai tribes of Southern Alberta, uses his culture as foundation...
Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Indigenous Educator & Scholar | Treaty Education, Language Revitalization Expert

Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Indigenous
  • Racial Justice
  • Women In Business
  • Truth & Reconciliation
  • Business Ethics & Values
  • Global Shifts & Geopolitics
  • Education Policy & Innovation
Dr. Diana Steinhauer is a respected Cree educator, scholar, and leader recognized for her work in Indigenous knowledge, language...
Teddy Syrette

Teddy Syrette

Two Spirit Advocate | Mental Health Expert | Indigenous Professional of The Year Awardee

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Teddy Syrette

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Business Leadership
  • Business Management
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Employee Engagement
  • Gender Equality
  • Generational Differences
  • Happiness & Positivity
  • Inclusive Leadership
Teddy Syrette (Ozhawa Anung Kwe/Yellow Star Woman) is a 2-Spirit and First Nation Anishnabe and Mental Health Expert from Rankin Reserve of...
Sault Ste. Marie Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Isabelle Mercier Turcotte

Isabelle Mercier Turcotte

Best Selling Author & TV Host | Brand Positioning Strategist & Business Growth Catalyst

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Isabelle Mercier Turcotte

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Brand Strategy & Storytelling
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Business Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Transformation
Isabelle Mercier-Turcotte is a no-nonsense dynamo recognized for helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and teams build brands that are easier to...
Jaylene Tyme

Jaylene Tyme

Indigenous Trans Woman Advocate | Diversity, Inclusion & 2SLGBTQIA+ Empowerment Specialist

Jaylene Tyme

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Indigenous
  • Personal Leadership
  • Corporate Entertainers
  • Drag Artist
  • Two-Spirit Advocate
  • Empowerment Expert
Jaylene Tyme is a celebrated Two-Spirit, sober Indigenous trans woman, drag artist, and advocate known for her sophisticated glamour and...
Tyler Waye

Tyler Waye

Podcast Host, Media Entrepreneur, Influencer | Leadership, Teamwork, Future of Work Expert

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Tyler Waye

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership and Change
  • Future of Work
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Management
  • Business Leadership
  • Employee Engagement
Tyler Waye is a renowned leadership and work expert, a media entrepreneur, the co-founder of the Mindset app, and a sought after speaker...
Lana Whiskeyjack

Lana Whiskeyjack

Indigenous Scholar & Artist | Cultural Revitalization & Gender Diversity Expert

Lana Whiskeyjack

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Gender Equality
  • Employee Engagement
  • Leadership
  • Personal Growth
  • Personal Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Women's Leadership
Lana Whiskeyjack is a nehiyaw Indigiologist, author, and award winning researcher from Saddle Lake Cree Nation who specializes in...
Massey Whiteknife

Massey Whiteknife

Indigenous Entrepreneur & Two-Spirit Advocate | Leadership, Resilience & Inclusion Expert

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Massey Whiteknife

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Business Growth
  • Change Management
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Gender Equality
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Employee Management
  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom
Massey Whiteknife is an award-winning Indigenous entrepreneur, producer, and entertainer recognized as one of Canada’s most influential...
Nadine Williams

Nadine Williams

Poet, Author & Arts Educator | Black History, Cultural Identity & Education Expert

Nadine Williams

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Storytelling
  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Purposeful Work
  • Intersectionality
Nadine Williams is a Jamaican Canadian award winning poet, author, arts educator, and cultural ambassador recognized for advancing Black...
Susan Aglukark

Susan Aglukark

Performing Artist | Inuit Expert & Indigenous Advocate

Susan Aglukark

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Gender Equality
  • Happiness & Positivity
  • Mental Health
  • PTSD & Trauma
  • Stress Management
  • Suicide Prevention
Susan Aglukark is one of Canada’s unique artists & Award-winning Inuk singer-songwriter, blends Inuktitut & English languages with...
Chief Tony Alexis

Chief Tony Alexis

Indigenous Leader & Chief | Governance, Treaty Rights & Community Leadership Expert

Chief Tony Alexis

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Governance
  • Public Relations & Media Training
  • Leadership Development
  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom
  • Trust Relationships
  • Organizational Change
  • Leadership and Change
  • Transformation
Chief Tony Alexis serves as an esteemed leader of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation in Treaty 6 Territory. He fosters a sense of empowerment...
Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Indigenous Education Leader | Language Preservation & Cultural Revitalization Expert

Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Communication
  • Confidence
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Indigenous
  • Indigenous Business & Economics
Dr. Vivian Ayoungman is a lifelong advocate for Indigenous education, language preservation, known as a First Nation cultural...
Eagle Blackbird

Eagle Blackbird

Indigenous Culture and Storytelling | Digital Education Expert

Eagle Blackbird

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Leadership Development
  • Leadership and Change
  • Self Improvement & Self Care
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
Eagle Blackbird is a content creator, educator, and advocate recognized for his engaging approach to sharing Indigenous culture online. A...
Walpole Island Walpole Island, Ontario
Justin Brien

Justin Brien

Mental Health Advocate & Life Coach | Addiction Recovery & Resilience Expert

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Justin Brien

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Nutrition & Fitness
  • Work Life Balance
  • Mental Health
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
  • PTSD & Trauma
  • Stress Management
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Health Performance
Justin Brien is a mental health awareness expert, transformational life coach, and inspirational, TEDx speaker whose story inspires change....
Cochrane Cochrane, Alberta
Valerie Cade

Valerie Cade

Bully Free At Work | Respect | Leadership And Communication Expert

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Valerie Cade

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Organizational Change
  • Transformation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Racial Justice
  • Unconscious Bias
Valerie Cade is an award-winning speaker, one of North America's top expert in the field of workplace bullying and creating respectful...
Tantoo Cardinal

Tantoo Cardinal

Award-Winning Indigenous Actress | Representation in Media & Performing Arts Expert

Tantoo Cardinal

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Storytelling
  • Cultural History, Safety & Humility
  • Truth & Reconciliation
Tantoo Cardinal is an award-winning Canadian actress of Cree and Métis heritage, recognized for her groundbreaking contributions to...
Anzac Anzac, Alberta