Indigenous Youth and Empowerment Speakers in Canada

Speakers Canada features Canadian Indigenous Youth and Empowerment Speakers who inspire young people to embrace leadership, resilience, and cultural pride. Our Indigenous Youth and Empowerment Speakers share stories, strategies, and lived experiences that help communities strengthen the voices of future leaders. With Canadian expertise, they guide audiences toward creating opportunities and building inclusive spaces for Indigenous youth empowerment.

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Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Indigenous Education Leader | Language Preservation & Cultural Revitalization Expert

Dr. Vivian Ayoungman

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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...
Michelle Cameron

Michelle Cameron

Entrepreneur & Community Leader | Indigenous Economic Empowerment & Reconciliation

Michelle Cameron

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Tantoo Cardinal

Tantoo Cardinal

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

Tantoo Cardinal

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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
Michelle Chubb

Michelle Chubb

Award-Winning Indigenous Creator | Cultural Empowerment & Youth Advocacy Expert

Michelle Chubb

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Self Improvement & Self Care
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Mindset & Attitude
  • Racial Justice
Michelle Chubb, a proud member of Bunibonibee Cree Nation, is a well-known Indigenous TikTok creator who uses her platform to amplify...
Notorious Cree

Notorious Cree

Indigenous Educator | Cultural Storytelling & Performance Art Expert

Notorious Cree

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Resilience & Change
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Presentation Skills
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Inspiration
  • Empowerment
  • Reclamation
Notorious Cree, born James Jones, is a Nehiyaw (Cree) performance artist, speaker, and educator from Tall Cree First Nation in Treaty 8...
Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Senior Dermatology Resident | Family Physician | Public Health Speaker

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Dr. Jessica Dunkley

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Skylar Evans

Skylar Evans

Indigenous Model and Health Advocate | Nutrition, Wellness, and Cultural Representation Expert

Skylar Evans

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Health & Wellness
  • Health Performance
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Work Life Balance
  • Healthcare
Skylar Evans is a model, academic, and health advocate with a background in dietetics and animal science. She is committed to enhancing...
Virginia Virginia, USA
Julia Fournier

Julia Fournier

Artificial Intelligence & Business Strategist | Leadership and Transformation Expert

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Julia Fournier

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Asha Frost

Asha Frost

Indigenous Healing Expert | Best Selling Author | Personal Transformation & Intuition

Asha Frost

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Transformation
  • Indigenous
  • Health & Wellness
  • Stress Management
  • Mental Health
  • Mindfulness
  • Time Management & Productivity
  • Personal Growth
Asha Frost is a best-selling author, Personal Transformation, Indigenous healer, and creator of the oracle deck “You are the Medicine"....
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 Youth & Empowerment 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...
Tyson Gillies

Tyson Gillies

Professional Athlete & Resilience Expert | Overcoming Adversity | Perseverance

Tyson Gillies

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Disability
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Personal Leadership
  • Employee Engagement
  • Employee Management
  • Happiness & Positivity
Tyson Gillies is a professional baseball player and motivational speaker who has inspired many with his resilience and determination....
Mel Grandjamb

Mel Grandjamb

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

Mel Grandjamb

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Greg Hopf

Greg Hopf

Award Winning Entrepreneur | Indigenous Relationships & Cultural Identity Expert

Greg Hopf

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Business Management
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Indigenous
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Racial Justice
  • Leadership
Greg Hopf is a Dene Indigenous tourism leader and Indigenous youth advocate who is passionate about building vibrant and thriving...
Marilyn Jensen

Marilyn Jensen

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

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Marilyn Jensen

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 &...
Nipawi Kakinoosit

Nipawi Kakinoosit

Indigenous Governance Practitioner | Public Policy Voice and Treaty Advocate

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Nipawi Kakinoosit

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Leadership and Change
  • Resilience & Change
  • Change Management
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Conflict Resolution
Nipawi Kakinoosit is a Cree governance practitioner, Treaty advocate, and public policy voice from Sucker Creek First Nation in Treaty 8,...
Michael Linklater

Michael Linklater

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

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Michael Linklater

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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...
Windsor, Ontario or Edmonton Windsor, Ontario or Edmonton, Alberta
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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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...
Cowboy Smithx

Cowboy Smithx

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

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Cowboy Smithx

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Tasha Spillett

Tasha Spillett

Afro Indigenous Storyteller & Advocate | Community and Cultural Empowerment Leader

Tasha Spillett

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Women's Leadership
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Employee Management
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Personal Leadership
Tasha Spillett, PhD, stands as a celebrated author, educator, and advocate, dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities,...
Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Indigenous Educator & Scholar | Treaty Education, Language Revitalization Expert

Dr. Diana Steinhauer

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment 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
D'Pharaoh Woon A Tai

D'Pharaoh Woon A Tai

Emmy-Nominated Actor | Indigenous Representation & Social Justice Expert

D'Pharaoh Woon A Tai

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Racial Justice
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Leadership and Change
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai is an Emmy-nominated Canadian actor of Oji-Cree descent, widely recognized for his acclaimed role in the...
Jaylene Tyme

Jaylene Tyme

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

Jaylene Tyme

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Lisa Webb

Lisa Webb

Metis Entrepreneur | Global Experienced Change Expert | Women’s Advocate

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Lisa Webb

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Business Management
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Peak Performance
  • Leadership
  • Employee Engagement
  • Work Life Balance
Lisa Webb is an Educator, Author, and Global Empowerment Advocate whose work focuses on education, leadership, and community building....
Lana Whiskeyjack

Lana Whiskeyjack

Indigenous Scholar & Artist | Cultural Revitalization & Gender Diversity Expert

Lana Whiskeyjack

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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 Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Business Growth
  • Change Management
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Gender Equality
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Employee Management
  • Indigenous Leadership & Cultural Wisdom
Massey Whiteknife is an Indigenous entrepreneur, Two Spirit advocate, and business leader from the Mikisew Cree First Nation focused on...
Lisette Xavier

Lisette Xavier

TV Host & Speaker | Joy, Resilience, Curiosity & Emotional Intelligence Expert

Lisette Xavier

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Storytelling
  • Leadership
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Presentation Skills
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Change Management
Lisette Xavier is a Canadian TV host, speaker, and creative leader known for turning joy into a powerful tool for resilience, curiosity,...
Susan Aglukark

Susan Aglukark

Performing Artist | Inuit Expert & Indigenous Advocate

Susan Aglukark

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...
Michelle Cederberg

Michelle Cederberg

Stress Science & Energy Management Specialist | Health, Productivity & Performance Expert

Michelle Cederberg

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment Speakers
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Burnout Prevention
  • Business Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Leadership Development
  • Mental Health
  • Organizational Change
Michelle Cederberg is a Health and Productivity Expert for over 20 years, has empowered audiences across North America with her dynamic,...
Michael Redhead Champagne

Michael Redhead Champagne

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

Michael Redhead Champagne

Speaker Topics

  • Indigenous Youth & Empowerment 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...