Isabella “Bella” McBain-Nepton, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, Owner of Bella McBain Creations, is turning her passion for beadwork into a growing Indigenous-owned business. Bella creates handmade brick-stitch earrings inspired by Mi’kmaq culture and community, sharing her work at powwows, conferences, and events while also passing on beading skills to Indigenous youth.
Kashtin Delorme, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, Owner of KASHT2N Productions, is using photography and videography to capture meaningful moments and preserve important stories. A member of Cowessess First Nation, Kashtin operates his Indigenous-owned visual production business in Saskatchewan, creating high-quality photography and video for events, communities, organizations, and businesses.
Kiera Brown, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Owner of K’s Handmade Beaded Bracelets, is turning her passion for creating into a growing youth-led business. A Métis youth and citizen of Métis Nation British Columbia, Kiera creates handmade beaded bracelets for both children and adults, bringing her creativity and love of beading to each piece she makes.
Harley Maytwayashing, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Founder and CEO of Anish Luxe, is building an Indigenous-owned streetwear brand that brings together fashion, culture, and community. A member of Long Plain First Nation, Harley created Anish Luxe with a vision of offering premium yet accessible apparel while collaborating with Indigenous artists, sharing Indigenous stories, and creating opportunities to give back to community.
Brandon Hart, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Founder of Nuniyeh, is bringing his creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to graphic design and apparel. A member of York Factory First Nation, Brandon creates clothing featuring his own graphic designs alongside work from other Indigenous artists, using fashion as a way to showcase Indigenous creativity and create opportunities through entrepreneurship.
Alliah Oldpan, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Finalist, and Founder of Sky Dancer Movement, is creating culturally grounded opportunities for Indigenous girls and young women through powwow dance, mentorship, and movement. From Ermineskin Cree Nation and Gwich’in Tribal Council, Alliah created Sky Dancer Movement to promote confidence, wellness, and cultural connection while creating accessible opportunities for youth to learn and participate in powwow dance.
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