World View

Being Cree – nēhiyaw māmitonēyihcikan

“I value the world through nēhiyaw itāpisiniwin (world as seen by nēhiyaw), nēhiyaw pīkiskwēwin (Cree language), and Pitotowiynowak (other nationalities/cultures). My passion for learning about who I am, as well as acknowledging my relationship with the rest of the world are all inclusive of how I think, teach, plan and respond to people and the world around me.”

Gift of being an Artist – kā-isi-miyikowisiyān

“In addition to living the nēhiyaw itāpisiniwin (Cree worldview) way, I breathe, think, act and inspire as an artist. Innovative thinking, staying fresh with my ideas and presentations, exchanging joyfulness with those I meet, encouraging a sense of wonder in those with whom I engage, are all second nature to me.”

Bridging With One Other – kā-wītahpisomitoyahk

“Having always lived in two worlds, the nēhiyaw itāpisiniwin and Euro, I see the need for both worlds to develop a shared understanding of and appreciation for common ground and differences. I strive through my work and play with others to facilitate that understanding. See my list of workshops and keynote presentations for topics that relate to ‘bridging’.”