Indigenous peoples make up for more than 5000 distinct tribes.
While Indigenous peoples total only about 6% of the world's population, they represent 90% of the cultural diversity.
News / Events
Latest NewsMar 10, 2020
A Rare View into the World of Autism with Jolene Stockman
Say Magazine featured our very own Jolene Stockman in their 100th Issue on Global Indigeneity (Issue 100, 2019). Their article was titled: A Rare View into the World of Autism with Jolene Stockman
Check out the article on Say Magazine's Site: https://saymag.com/jolene-stockman/
Latest NewsJul 25, 2019
Jaris Swidrovich is featured in Say Magazine
Say Magazine featured our very own Jaris in their Education Guide (Issue 95, 2019). Their article was titled: Jaris Swidrovich Shares his Views on Education
Check out the article on Say Magazine's Site: https://saymag.com/jaris-swidrovich-shares-his-views-on-education/
Latest NewsJul 15, 2019
Say Magazine Features The International Indigenous Speakers Bureau
Say Magazine is featuring us and some of our speakers. Check it out at https://saymag.com/international-indigenous-speakers-bureau/
Latest NewsJul 24, 2016
Taking Home The Gold
With nine Olympic medals from both summer and winter Paralympics, Colette Bourgonje excels at making successful adaptations in life. That is something she carries into each and every speaking engagement.
Latest NewsJul 17, 2016
When Savvy Simon Says, “Leadership and Language”: People Stop and Listen
Savvy Simon is a positivity dynamo hailing from Elsipogtog First Nation on the East Coast, who first began sharing her story after dancing at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics with 350 other Indigenous performers from across Turtle Island. They were all selected as community role models from their various nations, for their traditional lifestyles as well as their leadership and performing abilities.
Featured Speakers
Eddy Robinson
Featured in CBC’s Moccassins & Concrete documentary and having performed with the likes of Serena Ryder, Andrea Menard, Plex and many others, Eddy Robinson’s perspective and drum beats are highly sought after.
Eddy Robinson is a caring and motivated educator, speaker, and life changer. He speaks to the need for understanding the benefits of knowing your culture. Eddy will enlighten and entertain with passionate, personal narratives, along with a depth of insight into indigenous culture and knowledge.
Jaris Swidrovich
Named one of CBC Saskatchewan’s "Future 40", Dr. Jaris Swidrovich is Canada's first self-identified First Nations Doctor of Pharmacy. As President of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists, and member of numerous other boards Swidrovich brings his successful multiversity experience of bridging organizational needs with Health Care mandates. Passionate about health, education, and how Indigenous and marginalized people are impacted at local, provincial, national, and international levels, Dr. Swidrovich delivers powerful presentations illustrating how we can all be part of the cure and partake in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action.
Michelle Thrush
Gemini Award winning Actress, and multi-award nominee, including Best Lead Actress and Best Actress in a TV series, powerhouse celebrity Michelle Thrush knows what it takes to light up a stage. Wit, humour, passion, and creativity are just a few of Michelle’s attributes, outside of celebrity, that draw her to stages world-wide. Whether she is speaking from her heart, hosting galas, or breaking down the barriers of stereotypes, Michelle engages, captivates, and moves audiences to feel and see her unique vision of life.
Ngahihi Bidois
Multi-award winning International Leadership Speaker and Author, Ngahihi o te ra Bidois is known as "The Face of New Zealand" inspires with the timeless wisdom from the Maori culture. This Modern day warrior’s presentation on "Ancient Wisdom Modern Solutions" is why he is the recipient of the National Professional Speakers Association, New Zealand Inspirational Speaker of the Year. A Maori leader, Ngahi combines centuries of tradition, along with his hands-on business experience, and academic qualifications to bring a message that transcends cultural boundaries.