SheNative

SheNative exists to instil inner strength and unwavering confidence in all women, using teachings that come from Indigenous nationhood. From their perspective, nationhood is knowing who you are and where you come from. 

The company creates inspiring leather handbags and apparel that share their cultural teachings embedded with positive values passed down by our ancestors. Two percent of the company's revenues are donated toward causes that positively impact the lives of Indigenous women. 

Cheekbone Beauty

Cheekbone Beauty is an Indigenous-owned and founded, digitally-native, Canadian cosmetics company established in 2016. Based out of St. Catharines, Ontario, Cheekbone Beauty is known for creating high quality, cruelty-free beauty products including their signature SUSTAIN line of lipsticks and eye pencils, their Warrior Women liquid lipsticks, and a variety of other cosmetics all designed for low environmental impact and maximum wearability.

Cheekbone’s aim is to make a difference in the lives of Indigenous youth through donations addressing the educational funding gap, and to create a space in the beauty industry where Indigenous youth feel represented and seen.

Giving back to our community is the centerpiece of Cheekbone’s mission. Their streams of giving include product donations, monetary donations, or project-focused donations.

Wanuskewin

Visit Wanuskewin, a name that means “gathering place.” And it’s been just that for thousands and thousands of years. Relive the stories of the people who came here to hunt bison, gather food and herbs, and escape the winter winds so long ago. This history comes to life alongside thriving modern Indigienous culture. A proposed UNESCO world heritage site, Wanuskewin has the longest running archeology site in Canada with artefacts dating back 6,400 years — that’s older than the Egyptian pyramids! Come to Wanuskewin to truly learn and understand the diverse and rich culture of Indigenous peoples. Having recently completed a $40 million dollar expansion project, and reintroduced a herd of plains bison onto the land, this sacred ground will provide you with incredible connection to the land, history, and yourself. The significance of the reintroduction of the bison cannot be overstated. This action has historical and spiritual meaning to the many different Indigenous people that have gathered here. 

Experience traditional Indigenous foods with a modern twist — bison sausage served in a bannock bun, venison or wild rice burgers, muskeg tea, battered white fish, or a roasted squash salad with birch syrup vinaigrette. Take in an art exhibit, snowshoe over the plains, wander the vast circular spaces, source natural medicines on a native plant walk, take in a dance performance, consult an elder, climb the play structures, hike the grasslands with an interpretive guide, or even spend the night in a tipi. You will feel the power of this ancient land beneath your feet. Wanuskewin is the place to meet, share, and learn through nature, history, and each other.

Twig & Squirrel

We are a unique one stop shop located in the heart of the city. Serving Customers since 2013, the store has emerged as a community hub reflecting the personality and charm on the corner of 20th and Ave E. in Saskatoon.

Creativity and wellness go hand in hand at Twig & Squirrel. On the one hand we offer a huge selection of fine beads, jewelry and traditional crafting supplies. On the other we carry wholesome organic herbs, spices, teas and immune boosting medicinal mushrooms.

At Twig & Squirrel we go WILD for one of a kind locally produced quality goods. For example, we are the location to find Riverstone Naturals Body-Care, Prairie Springs Natural Spring Water, Sun River Raw Honey, Loose Moose Trading Post Leather/Furs, Cuthbert's Creams & Delta 9 Pain Sticks and MyShrooms phenomenal line of immune supporting tinctures and capsules.

Whether you are looking for the largest selection of glass seed beads in Saskatoon or a restorative cup of locally sourced muskeg tea with alfalfa wildflower honey—We’ve Got The Goods!

Han Wi Moon Dinner

Come to Wanuskewin for the famous Han Wi Moon Dinner. Your evening begins with a guided tour through the Opimihaw Creek valley to learn about the culture, history, and science of this land. Arriving at the bluffs overlooking the South Saskatchewan River, you will be welcomed by an inviting campfire where you are able to roast your own bannock. Your three-course meal has been foraged by Chef Jenni Schrenk, a local Metis woman from Northern Saskatchewan. You will watch the sunset and the full moon rise as ancient stories are told by the fire accompanied by the sounds of beautiful Indigenous drums and songs. The merger of locally-sourced ingredients, an archaeological perspective of the park’s significance, and Indigenous teachings delivered via traditional storytelling make this a night you will never forget. 

Silver Wolf Trading Post

Silver Wolf Trading Post, an Indigenous-owned arts and crafts retail shop in Saskatoon, features local First Nations crafts such as jewellery, moccasins and mukluks, as well as souvenir and giftware such as wallets, purses, t-shirts, blankets, mugs and Indigenous dreamcatchers.

Satya Organics

"It all started with a need. My baby girl, Esme, was scratching her arms and legs bloody. The doctor diagnosed her with eczema and prescribed a topical steroid. I knew there had to be a better solution."

I created Satya for Esme because I only wanted the very best for my own baby, and I believe you deserve that trust and confidence in your skincare too.

Satya is a natural anti-inflammatory backed by science – formulated with only 5 simple ingredients that are USDA certified organic, 100% steroid-free, and proven effective to relieve all types of skin stress. Our clean and concentrated formula can be safely used anywhere on the body, including around your eyes and on your lips. Safe to say, Satya is everything I wanted the doctor to prescribe when he confirmed Esme's eczema.

Raven Reads

Raven Reads was founded on the premise of raising awareness of our collective histories, lived experiences and supporting Indigenous authors and entrepreneurs. We are 100% Indigenous owned and women run. By simply subscribing to our box you are having a tremendous impact. Since our inception, we have invested over $500,000 CAD into other Indigenous businesses and authors across Canada and the USA.

Your purchase helps amplify Indigenous voices and brands and helps Indigenous entrepreneurs and authors take a stronger position in the economy and to grow healthier communities.

My mixed-heritage and Indigenous (Michif) roots have instilled a passion in me for finding interesting ways to engage, inspire and motivate those around me. Raven Reads was born from a desire to educate others about the devastating impact residential schools had on Indigenous people in Canada.

Sisters Sage

Lynn-Marie & Melissa-Rae Angus are the sister co-founders of Sisters Sage, an Indigenous brand that hand-crafts wellness and self-care products inspired by our culture and traditions. We were born and raised in East Vancouver, Canada. Our heritage is Gitxaala, Nisga’a, and Metis Nations. We are from both the West Coast and the prairies and we celebrate and share our culture enthusiastically! 

We use traditional indigenous ingredients to create modern self-care and wellness products.  Sisters Sage grew out of a need to change what we were doing with our lives. We both felt that it was important to start a business where we can create something to help others, showcase our culture in a positive way to share with the world, and gain financial independence. We both had an interest in artisan soaps and bath bombs. With much research and testing, we have created a line of products that pay homage to our Indigenous heritage. 

Smudge the Blades

I’m Harlan Kingfisher, a husband, a dad of 4 and First Nations hockey player from Sturgeon Lake Saskatchewan. Playing hockey growing up and eventually moving around Canada playing junior and college hockey had such a positive impact on my life. I learned life skills from hockey that helped me to grow into the father, husband and man I am today.

First Nations hockey in Canada isn’t just a sport, it’s a cultural celebration. Nothing beats a game where the stands are packed with fans cheering for their home Rez, pow wow playing on the speakers before plays, bannock and stew being served at the concession, sweetgrass getting lit and smudging the sticks before a big game. Hockey is good medicine and that’s where I got the idea for Smudge the blades apparel.

I want to celebrate First Nations hockey and be able to bring laughter and pride when wearing your Smudge the Blades gear. It’s also my dream to be able to give back to the First Nation hockey community so that it can have the same positive impact on other Native kids that it had on me. A portion of the proceeds will be given back to help First Nation youth across Canada purchase new hockey equipment so they can have a chance to Smudge, Snipe and Celly.

Manitobah Mukluks

As a young Métis entrepreneur, Sean McCormick began Manitobah Mukluks with the vision of creating a successful company while benefiting his community. Today we continue that vision on a larger scale, as a global brand making a positive impact in Indigenous communities across North America.

Sean McCormick spent much of his childhood in northern Manitoba and started selling leather and fur while still in high school. In 1990, he established a trading post where Indigenous artisans traded handmade mukluks and moccasins for tanned leather, skins and furs. During this time, Sean saw an even greater opportunity to connect members of his community to the growing demand for authentic Indigenous footwear. In 1996, after completing the Manitoba Aboriginal Youth Entrepreneurship Training Program, Sean created the business plan and framework that would become Manitobah.

In 2008, Manitobah began global operations and today it is one of Canada’s fastest growing companies, with employees and customers world-wide. Despite the rapid success and growth of the brand, Manitobah remains connected to its roots and continues to provide authentic, Indigenous-designed products that return value to Indigenous communities.

Mini Tipi

MINI TIPI is a Canadian women-owned company that creates small batch quality goods for your home and family. MINI TIPI was founded in 2016 by Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard.

Our designs are inspired not only by our lifestyles, but also by our proud Canadian and Indigenous heritage to develop a truly unique line of goods that are as practical and useful as they are stylish and beautifully made. All our products are designed, cut and sewn in Quebec, Canada.

What began as a small creative endeavour has quickly evolved into a growing, thriving business. In addition to our online shop, MINI TIPI goods are sold at craft markets across Ontario and Quebec as well as through our loyal retailers. If you are a retailer looking to carry MINI TIPI in your shop, please contact us at stores@minitipi.ca.

Colouring it Forward

Colouring It Forward is a social enterprise including a not-for-profit organization called CIF Reconciliation Society and a business called Colouring It Forward Inc. The purpose of the social enterprise is to advance education on indigenous issues, art, language and culture through a grassroots approach.

We collaborate with Indigenous Artists and elders to produce authentic books, cards and journals to tell the other side of the story of Indigenous people — of hope and of a different future. Colouring It Forward is more than a colouring book, it’s a gathering place for people to share their own stories and their Native Canadian art, and to build a community. We are a 100% Indigenous social enterprise and make donations from our sales to Indigenous social projects.

Neechie Gear

Neechie gear is an indegnous owned apparel company that is committed to giving a portion of proceeds to help underprivileged kids to play sports! Together, we can change many lives through sports!