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Support Indigenous Artists

 

Authentically Indigenous Inc.

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Authentically Indigenous Inc. was founded by two sisters, Melrene Saloy and Autumn EagleSpeaker, who wanted to make authentic Indigenous art more accessible to the public and to create a market that was more accessible to Indigenous artisans.

 

Authentically Indigenous Inc. supports local Indigenous creativity, arts, and culture by creating and curating markets, cultural events, opportunities, and services; craft workshops, land-based learning, and cultural knowledge workshops facilitated by local Elders and knowledge keepers.

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Authentically Indigenous Inc. offers cultural event planning and cultural consultation connecting non-Indigenous businesses, organizations, and school groups with authentic Indigenous opportunities and experiences.

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We have worked with the following companies connecting them with cultural opportunities: Amazon, Southcenter Mall, Atco, Enmax, Calgary Catholic School Board, and Calgary International Airport.

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Authentically Indigenous Marketplace

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We curate a unique and memorable craft marketplace featuring Indigenous Artists, Creators & Makers from the Calgary and Treaty areas 7, 6 & 8, and beyond!

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What you can find at the sale:

Handmade Goods, Crafts, Art, Jewellery, Beadwork, Beauty, Wellness products, Food & More.

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History & Previous Craft Markets:

 

Authentically Indigenous started with a  holiday market in 2015, the first Indigenous marketplace of its kind in Alberta. We've curated the following Authentically Indigenous Markets;

• ‘Stampede’ July 2016,

• ‘Holiday’ Nov & Dec 2016,

• ‘Holiday’ Nov & Dec 2017,

• ‘Holiday’ Nov & Dec 2018,

• 'Spring' Apr 2019,

• 'Holiday' Nov & Dec 2019,

• 'Summer' Aug 2021,

• 'Holiday' Dec 2021,

• 'Honouring Matriarchs (Spring) May 2022

• 'Holiday' Dec 2022

 

Each year the Marketplace has grown and continues to attract new artisans and buyers to come shop.

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We also curate custom markets for organizations and businesses.

 

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