Honouring Indigenous Territories
There is no fixed end to knowledge… we all have the opportunity to grow together.
Honouring Indigenous Territories
There is no fixed end to knowledge… we all have the opportunity to grow together.
Who am i?
I’m Roy.
I have dedicated the past two decades to sparking conversations about Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) and to engaging and educating people about the history and rights of Indigenous peoples. I draw on my lived experience as a Métis/Cree person as much as I do my education and professional experience in the work I do.
I grew up in Saskatchewan and my family comes from the communities of Green Lake, Meadow Lake and Flying Dust First Nation in the Greater North. Today I work with organizations and individuals in the corporate world, the non-profit sector, academia, and Municipal governments, inspiring them towards strategic change – and helping to lead them forward with their Truth & Reconciliation (TRC) calls to action.
some companies I’ve presented to
World Refugee Day
Lethbridge, Alberta
Circle of Reconcilation Vancouver, BC
Alberta Anti-Racism Committee
Metis Nation of BC Summer Camp
Kelwona, BC
World Refugee Day
Lethbridge, Alberta
Circle of Reconcilation
Vancouver, BC
Alberta Anti-Racism Committee
Metis Nation of BC Summer Camp
Kelwona, BC
STORYTELLER AT HEART
Educating Others About Indigenous Culture
I see myself as an educator who shares information about Indigenous issues and connects with people through stories. I draw on the stories told to me by my Grandma, Elders and family to spark people’s interests in Indigenous issues using equal parts humour and humility.
STORYTELLER AT HEART
Educating Others About Indigenous Culture
I see myself as an educator who shares information about Indigenous issues and connects with people through stories. I draw on the stories told to me by my Grandma, Elders and family to spark people’s interests in Indigenous issues using equal parts humour and humility.
TEACHINGS FROM GRANDMOTHER
Transformational Culture Change
I speak about Indigenous history while talking about practical steps to move forward and create transformational change – two pieces that are very much intertwined. I weave the themes of respect, courage, learning, and growth through my presentations – highlighting whatever the needs of the setting or the group require.
TEACHINGS FROM GRANDMOTHER
Transformational Culture Change
I speak about Indigenous history while talking about practical steps to move forward and create transformational change – two pieces that are very much intertwined. I weave the themes of respect, courage, learning, and growth through my presentations – highlighting whatever the needs of the setting or the group require.
EXPANDING CULTURAL AWARENESS
Adopting A Diversity Lens
I try to motivate others to grow – in much the same way I was inspired to embark on my own path of learning. I believe we all have something to bring to discussions of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, (IDEA) because our lived experience makes us who we are, and influences the way we look at the world.
sharing wisdom from lived experience
Connect With Roy
Whatever audience I am speaking to – whether it’s municipal employees, corporate professionals, construction workers, University students or schoolchildren – my approach is the same: to put people at ease so together we can focus on having important (and sometimes uncomfortable) conversations about Indigenous history and rights, and the importance of moving the needle on Indigenous Inclusion and Truth & Reconciliation.
Book a call with Roy to chat more about how he can help you and your business.
What Others Are Saying About Roy
I have known Roy for over four years and have been consistently impressed by his deep knowledge and expertise on topics of Indigenous history, race relations, and workplace diversity, equity and inclusion. He has provided numerous training sessions to clients from a wide array of industries and backgrounds on our behalf and has received consistently positive feedback from participants. I have appreciated working with Roy in various capacities. His thought leadership is of great value for any organization that aims to advance in the fields of Indigenous truth and reconciliation, and workplace equity and inclusion.
– Anne-Marie Pham, MPA | CEO, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
Roy’s knowledge of Indigenous history, cultures and issues is impressive! He’s a passionate, engaging and personable presenter and educator, as well as a gifted storyteller who knows how to connect with his audience.
– Michelle Gagné, Manager of Communications (Prospera Credit Union)