Bee Bird: Amplifying Indigenous voices through Bee Productions
Bee Bird, a member of Montreal Lake Cree Nation and the founder of Bee Productions Incorporated based in Regina, Saskatchewan, is using film, photography, writing, and storytelling to create space for Indigenous voices to be heard. Through his media company, Bee is building more than a creative business. He is creating opportunities for authentic representation, meaningful community storytelling, and connection through media.
Bee Productions Inc. provides a range of creative services, including video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, editing, podcast production, writing, and motivational speaking. What makes the company unique is its focus on culturally grounded storytelling, strong community relationships, and authentic representation. Bee founded the business to help people share their stories with dignity while creating opportunities for himself and other creatives in film and media.
“As an entrepreneur, I have transformed Bee Productions Inc. from an idea into a growing media company with a strong portfolio of films, photography, published writing, and community storytelling projects,” Bee shares. His work has earned recognition through the RBC Rock My Business Emerging Indigenous Entrepreneur Award, the Legacy Award through Pow Wow Pitch’s Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards, and the Canadian Choice Awards. Bee was also named the City of Regina’s 2024 Indigenous Artist in Residence.
Through Bee’s projects, he continues to amplify Indigenous voices and document important community experiences. Bee’s work with the Indigenous Veterans Monument and his film Echoes of the Road Allowance, which highlights an important part of Métis history, are examples of how storytelling can preserve history while creating opportunities for greater understanding and representation.
Bee has also continued to strengthen his knowledge of the film industry and business. He was accepted into the Filmmakers in Indigenous Leadership and Management Business Affairs program, where he is developing his skills in film production and business affairs. Alongside his creative work, Bee has built partnerships, developed service packages, mentored emerging creatives, and continued working toward making Bee Productions a sustainable company that creates opportunities through storytelling.
Bee chose to apply to Pow Wow Pitch because he wanted to strengthen his business, gain recognition, and connect with people who understand the experiences of Indigenous entrepreneurs. The virtual Pow Wow Pitch program gave him encouragement and support while helping him feel more recognized and confident in the positive change that Bee and his company is creating for all communities and all future generations.
Being featured in Pow Wow Pitch’s From the Circle online publication was particularly meaningful for Bee. It gave him a platform to share his accomplishments, amplify Indigenous voices, and highlight projects that are important to him and his community. The experience reinforced the value of using storytelling to bring attention to histories, experiences, and voices that deserve to be heard.
Through the FILMBA program and Pow Wow Pitch, Bee has also benefited from mentorship. David Swan, film/video producer of NACCA, helped him refine his semi-final pitch and encouraged him to think more deeply about marketing, business growth, and how he communicates his value. Bee’s mentor also provided sample questions that judges might ask after his pitch, helping Bee prepare stronger responses and approach his presentation with greater confidence.
Bee offers this advice to aspiring entrepreneurs: “Start with what you have, keep learning, and do not be afraid to ask for support.” He encourages entrepreneurs to build their businesses around something they care about and a problem they want to help solve. Understanding customers, costs, and the value a business provides can help create a strong foundation, while mentors, business programs, and other entrepreneurs can provide guidance along the way.”
Bee also believes that failure is part of success. “Every challenge offers an opportunity to learn, and skills developed outside of business can often become valuable in unexpected ways,” shared Bee. He encourages entrepreneurs to take advantage of free resources such as webinars, workshops, and business programs, noting how grateful he is for the learning opportunities provided by Pow Wow Pitch.
With Bee Productions Inc., Bee is showing how entrepreneurship and creativity can work together to strengthen community voices, preserve important stories, and inspire future generations. His journey is a reminder that Indigenous entrepreneurs can create their own paths forward by staying grounded in who they are, believing in their vision, and using their unique experiences to build something meaningful.
Watch Bee as he pitches Bee Productions Incorporated in the Creative category airing on September 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. Click here to see all episodes: powwowpitch.org/episodes.