Buy Locally Made Moccasins
Support local artists. Ask questions about where products are sourced and who makes them. Make sure your money supports reputable retailers.
Shopping
Buy Books & Learning Resources from Indigenous Educational Institutions
Gabriel Dumont Institute Store
Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre
Books, artwork, and resources are often available from Indigenous cultural and educational institutions. Support the artists in your community by shopping there!
Colour Indigenous Art
Cree Nation Art and Wisdom Colouring Book
The Colouring It Forward – Cree Nation Art & Wisdom Colouring Book features the beautiful art created by Cree artists Sam Bighetty and Delree Dumont as well as teachings and stories from John Sinclair, a Cree elder born in Alberta.
Support Indigenous Fashion Designers
Next time you go shopping, seek out Indigenous fashion designers either online or in retail shops. Just be sure to buy directly from the artist and/or support authentic Indigenous retailers. Photo from SheNative.com
Read “Think Before You Appropriate”
This guidebook created at Simon Fraser University unpacks these important questions about cultural appropriation. It provides advice to designers and marketers on why and how to avoid misappropriation, and underlines the mutual benefits of responsible collaborations with Indigenous artists and communities.
Support local Métis Artists & Business
Shop at the Gabriel Dumont Institutes Online Store
Gabriel Dumont Institute “promote[s] the renewal and development of Métis culture through research; materials development, collection, and distribution; and the design, development, and delivery of Métis-specific educational programs and services.” Shop GDI sells items and materials of all kinds that promote Métis culture.
Support Indigenous Artists & Business
Silver Wolf Trading Post
Scoles Fine Arts
Indig Inc.
Connect with Indigenous artists and businesses in your community or online. Ask questions to make sure you’re supporting authentic artists and retailers. Here are a few links that can get you started!
Donate to Indigenous Organizations, Artists & Movements
Gordon Tootoosis Nīkānīwin Theatre
National Centre for Truth and Reconcilition
Indigenous Voices Literary Award
Donating is an important mechanism for supporting artists, organizations and movements that promote Reconciliation. Image from str8-up.ca.
Read the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Report
Everyone, at some point in their journey of Reconciliation, needs to read the 94 Calls to Action recommended by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to “redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.” Or connect here to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Final Report to read other sections and excerpts.
We have included this action in every category and every path on this website as a reminder of how important it is for us to understand the history and path of Reconciliation in our country.
Create safe space in your office and home with Indigenous artwork
Wanuskewin Heritage Park: Online Store
The Wanuskewin Heritage Park Online Store offers a selection of beautiful authentic and traditional pieces, from jewelry to home décor to artwork, hand-crafted by local artists using natural materials.
Know the Difference Between Cultural Appreciation & Cultural Appropriation
CBC’s radio show Tapestry explores the difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation. Listen here to become more informed.
Colour and Learn with Leah Dorion
Mother Earth Colouring and Activity Book
Mother Earth: Colouring and Activity Book, by artist Leah Marie Dorion gives people the opportunity to explore and discover Indigenous culture through colouring.
