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Indspire Award Recipients (Laureates)

Representing the highest honour the Indigenous community bestows upon its own achievers, the Indspire Awards were created in 1993, in conjunction with the United Nation’s International Decade of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. The Awards recognize Indigenous professionals and youth who demonstrate outstanding career achievement. They promote self-esteem and pride for Indigenous communities and provide outstanding role models for Indigenous youth.

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Reanna Merasty

Youth Recipient - 2023

Willow Allen

Youth Recipient - 2023

Ruby Bruce

Youth Recipient - 2023

Sandra Laronde

Arts - 2023

Kylik Kisoun Taylor

Business and Commerce - 2023

Jennine Krauchi

Culture, Heritage, and Spirituality - 2023

Lori Campbell

Education - 2023

Dr. Christopher Mushquash

Health - 2023

Madame Justice Ardith Walkem

Law and Justice - 2023

Shirley Cuillierrier

Public Service - 2023

Joe Dion Buffalo

Sports - 2023

Albert Marshall

Lifetime Achievement - 2023

Shayla Oulette-Stonechild

Youth Recipient - 2022

Melissa Attagutsiak

Youth Recipient - 2022

Tristen Durocher

Youth Recipient - 2022

David Wolfman

Arts - 2022

Jenn Harper

Business and Commerce - 2022

Dr. Siyamiyateliot Elizabeth Phillips

Culture, Heritage, and Spirituality - 2022

Dr. Annette Trimbee

Education - 2022

Melanie MacKinnon

Health - 2022

Madam Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay

Law and Justice - 2022

Terry Goodtrack

Public Service - 2022

Terry Felix

Sports - 2022

Marjorie White

Lifetime Achievement - 2022

Lesley Hampton

Youth Recipient - 2021

Mitchell MacDougall

Youth Recipient - 2021

Justin Langan

Youth Recipient - 2021

Drew Hayden Taylor

Arts - 2021

Rosa Walker

Business and Commerce - 2021

Emily Angulalik

Culture, Heritage, and Spirituality - 2021

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Desmand King knows all about how good storytelling

Desmand King knows all about how good storytelling is key to great art…no matter what the medium is! 😊

He’s nearly finished the Digital Design & Development program at the BC Institute of Technology (BCIT) and is supported by the Corus Entertainment Renewable Indigenous Scholarship through our Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries & Scholarships program.

“My studies' outcomes have always focused on building better user interfaces and experiences, emphasizing better accessibility for all…Not having to stress about how to pay rent or bills has allowed me to laser-focus on my studies and succeed. It has also allowed me to give back positively to the BCIT community as a peer mentor through BCIT's Indigenous Initiatives office, and I am honoured to be one of their Indigenous Peer Champions.”

After graduation, Desmand plans on creating his own game studio that honours and creates Indigenous stories:

“This design studio is where I would work to Indigenize the medium, sharing my ancestors' stories and history and giving a voice to Indigenous game developers. It is also where I could provide opportunities to other aspiring Indigenous developers and artists. I can picture a welcoming office where Indigenous ideas can come to life and thrive in the digital space, where youth can participate in tech camps to discover a world of possibilities in the tech field. This lofty aspiration doesn't seem so far-fetched, and winning the Corus Entertainment Renewable Indigenous Scholarships award has given me the confidence to dream big.”

Learn more about Desmand’s story at the link in our bio. 🙌

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Lori Campbell knows first-hand just how crucial re

Lori Campbell knows first-hand just how crucial representation can be. 👏

The recipient of the 2023 Indspire Award for Education is an intergenerational survivor of the residential school system and member of the Sixties Scoop generation; she didn’t envision herself at university until her basketball career brought her to the University of Regina.

Four degrees and many years later, she embodies a notable force for change within academia.

She has Indigenized curriculum, mentored young Indigenous scholars, and lectured at numerous post-secondary institutions around the world, from Iceland to New Zealand.

Lori gives her time to numerous socially and environmentally responsible organizations. (She also recently appeared on CBC’s reality show Canada’s Ultimate Challenge!) 🤩

In 2021, Lori became the first-ever Associate Vice President of Indigenous Engagement at the University of Regina, a position which enables her to ensure that Indigenous students will feel welcome in a new way at her alma mater.

In everything she does, Lori is an unfailing advocate for Indigenous students, educators, and youth.

Learn more about her work at the link in our bio. 🙌

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You know that keeping the tech running keeps your

You know that keeping the tech running keeps your colleagues going – and you’re amazing at making it all happen! 🤓

You’re a leader at planning, developing, and implementing IT-related activities, and you know that coordination with lots of internal and external stakeholders is key.

We know you’re out there…come join us as our Director of Information Technology! 💻

Send your resume to hr@indspire.ca if you have:

✔️ A university degree specializing in computer science, IT or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
✔️ Progressive experience, usually demonstrated through at least 7 years in IT management;
✔️ Proven hands-on IT operations experience with senior-level leadership skills, presence, and communication skills;
✔️ Broad IT infrastructure and application architecture knowledge, with proficiency in the use of project management principles and strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Don’t wait – the deadline to apply is Friday, June 9, 2023 – that’s this Friday!

Click on the link in our bio to learn more. 🙌

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Sometimes, the journey to powerful places begins i

Sometimes, the journey to powerful places begins in familiar settings. 😊

The 2023 Indspire Laureate for Culture, Heritage, & Spirituality began her inspirational artistic journey at the kitchen table, surrounded by her father’s clothing and her mother’s beadwork.

Jennine Krauchi’s mastery of traditional Métis beadwork, coupled with her vibrant designs, have educated thousands about Métis culture.

Jennine has not only preserved and restored important Métis cultural artifacts, she has also created new ones, teaching the world about the richness, strength, and beauty of Métis culture through her art. Her work appears in hundreds of collections of Métis art, featuring prominently in many Canadian museums as well as museums in Scotland, France, and the USA.

She combines her artistic facility and her deep knowledge of Métis history with a passion for instructing, teaching multiple workshops.

Jennine’s multifaceted life – just like her remarkable body of work – exemplifies reconciliation in action.

You can learn more about her work at the link in our bio. 🙌

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