Professional Philosophy

"My approach to education and consulting is rooted in the belief that knowledge is most transformative when it is both deeply researched and dynamically shared. With a PhD in Indigenous Studies from Trent University and over 25 years of experience as a professional performer and educator, I bridge the gaps between rigorous academic inquiry, traditional Indigenous Knowledge transfer, and the art of 'Storyweaving.'

Whether I am addressing systemic anti-Indigenous racism in academia or exploring the intersections of geological science and land-based learning, my goal is to facilitate traditional Indigenous knowledge with embodied, engaging energy. I work collaboratively with organizations to create 'brave spaces' where complex histories can be unraveled and new narratives can be woven together for a resilient future."

Information graphic titled 'Three Ways We Can Collaborate,' divided into three sections with icons and descriptions. The sections are 'Keynote Speaking & Lectures,' 'Institutional Consulting,' and 'Land-Based Workshops,' each with icons of a microphone and book, buildings and gear, and mountains and a spiral shell respectively.

Engagement and Investment

1. Keynote Speaking & Guest Lectures

Drawing from his book, "TOL, NEW̱ SEN TŦE SOȽ: I Know the Road," and his research into local oral histories and geological science.

  • Offerings: Conference Keynotes, Academic Guest Lectures, Environmental Seminars.

  • Starting at: $1,500 – $2,500 per engagement.

2. Strategic Consulting & Decolonial Pedagogy

Advising institutions on adult education, community-based instruction, and the practical application of ancestral laws.

  • Offerings: Curriculum Review, Policy Advisory, Community Engagement Strategy.

  • Starting at: $200 per hour / Project-based flat fees available.

3. Performance-Based Storytelling Workshops

Interactive sessions exploring social politics and territory formation through movement and narrative.

  • Offerings: Embodied Learning Workshops, Arts Council Programming, Youth Leadership Intensives.

  • Starting at: $750 per half-day session.

Booking & Payment Policies

To ensure the highest standard of service and professional alignment, the following policies apply to all professional engagements:

  • Professional Services Agreement: All projects require a signed contract and a 50% deposit to secure the date on the calendar.

  • Expenses: Travel, accommodation, and per diems for engagements outside of Victoria, BC, are billed separately at cost.

  • Cancellations: Deposits are non-refundable but may be applied to a rescheduled date if notice is provided at least 14 days in advance.

  • Community Access Rate: A limited number of sliding-scale or pro-bono sessions are reserved annually for grassroots Indigenous community initiatives and non-profit organizations.

Interested in a summary of my current lecture series?

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