by Destiny Maluga | Sep 8, 2026 | News, Stories
On September 4, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Tyler Leslie, Yakama Nation Founder of Tyler’s Styling Studio, a business based in Polson, Montana, USA as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Creative Semi-Final Winner. Tyler has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.
by Naomi Sarazin | Aug 26, 2026 | News, Stories
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.
by Keely Thompson-Cook | Sep 15, 2025 | News
On September 9th, Pow Wow Pitch, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Tessa Belanger, the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation Founder of Pass the Sage, a business based in Ottawa, ON, as the 2025 Pow Wow Pitch Creative Semi-Final Winner. Tessa has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow their business.
by Naomi Sarazin | Aug 28, 2025 | News, Stories
Jamie Wetrade Stevenson, a proud Tłı̨chǫ photographer from the Northwest Territories, is using the power of photography to spotlight stories that too often go unseen. Through her business, Jamie Stevenson Photography, Jamie offers full service editorial and commercial photography, managing everything from concept to final delivery. Her project management background ensures a smooth and professional experience for clients, while her lived cultural perspective brings authenticity and meaning to every frame. Jamie’s work is not just about images, it is about healing, representation, and connection.
by Keely Thompson-Cook | Sep 16, 2024 | News
On September 12th, Pow Wow Pitch, presented in partnership with RBC, Shopify and Mastercard Canada, announced Jennifer Robin, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Producer of Ofi Nia Productions, a business based in Mariposa, California, USA as the 2024 Pow Wow Pitch Creative Semi-Final Winner. Jennifer has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.
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