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Meet Calgary's Indigenous Changemakers 2023

The Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth (USAY) inducted 10 people from the Indigenous community into their Changemakers ranks on November 17. CBC Calgary collaborated with USAY to highlight 5 of these movers and shakers.
The Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth announced the 2023 selection of Indigenous Changemakers for Calgary at a gala celebration on November 17.
The Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth announced the 2023 selection of Indigenous Changemakers for Calgary at a gala celebration on November 17. (Zignstar Studios)

USAY celebrates its 2023 Indigenous Changemakers

1 year ago
Duration 1:25

 

The Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth (USAY) inducted 10 people from the Indigenous community into their Changemakers ranks on November 17. Over 200 guests at the Hellenic  Banquet Hall enjoyed the awards, food, and performances throughout the evening celebrating remarkable people helping others and improving their community.

CBC Calgary partnered with USAY to highlight 5 of these movers and shakers in our community and tell their stories in their own words. 

Video Producers: Features - Dyllan Goodman; Recap - Avi Randhawa

Argintina Ribbon

Indigenous Changemakers: Argintina Hailey Lawrence is changing perspectives on the Two-Spirit community through art

1 year ago
Duration 3:26
CBC Calgary partnered with the Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth to present 2023's Indigenous Changemakers - a celebration of remarkable individuals in Treaty 7 territory. Argintina Hailey Lawrence is a drag artist reclaiming the important role of Two-Spirit people in the Indigenous community.

 

Monique Fry

Indigenous Changemakers - How Monique Fry brings communities together to focus on sustainable development

1 year ago
Duration 4:19
CBC Calgary partnered with the Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth to present 2023's Indigenous Changemakers - a celebration of remarkable individuals in Treaty 7 territory. From sustainable energy to sustainable mining, Monique Fry is at the centre of bridging gaps between organizations and the Indigenous community.

 

Teigan Smith

Indigenous Changemakers: How Teigan Smith provides a safe space for youth to connect with their culture

1 year ago
Duration 3:29
CBC Calgary partnered with the Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth to present 2023's Indigenous Changemakers - a celebration of remarkable individuals in Treaty 7 territory. Teigan Smith is an Indigenous youth coordinator using traditional activities to teach culture and build community.

 

Sarah Good Medicine

Indigenous Changemakers: Sarah Good Medicine is healing the community through her platforms

1 year ago
Duration 3:57
CBC Calgary partnered with the Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth to present 2023's Indigenous Changemakers - a celebration of remarkable individuals in Treaty 7 territory. Artist, role model, good Aunty - Sarah Good Medicine's community work sets a foundation to empower and inspire Indigenous youth.

 

Johnathan Redgun

Indigenous Changemakers: Johnathan Redgun shares his gifts as a Knowledge Holder in Treaty 7

1 year ago
Duration 4:07
CBC Calgary partnered with the Urban Society of Aboriginal Youth to present 2023's Indigenous Changemakers - a celebration of remarkable individuals in Treaty 7 territory. Language, identity, and way of life lessons are at the core of Johnathan Redgun's role as a Knowledge Holder sharing what gifts he has with his community.

 

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