Keynote Address by Cadmus Delorme

 

Cadmus Delorme, a Cree and Saulteaux leader from Cowessess First Nation, served as Chief from 2016 to 2023, championing cultural rejuvenation, political sovereignty, and economic self-sustainability. Under his leadership, Cowessess advanced in child welfare reform, renewable energy, and governance. A respected academic, he holds a Master’s in Public Administration and has been honoured with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond and Platinum Jubilee Medals. In 2023, he co-founded OneHoop Advisory Services and Flowing River Capital Group, driving business through the lens of reconciliation. Delorme is widely recognized for bridging Indigenous knowledge with innovation and governance.

 

Knowledge Keeper Norma Rabbitskin

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Water Bundle Carrier Josephine Wichihin

 

Norma Rabbitskin

Josephine Wichihin, a respected Elder, Knowledge Keeper, and Water Bundle Carrier from Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, is a powerful voice for cultural healing and Indigenous women’s safety. She safeguards traditional water teachings and leads ceremonies that honour life, birth, and healing. As a cultural consultant for the Nihtāwiki Birthing Centre, she bridges Cree knowledge with medical care, guiding midwives in creating culturally rooted spaces. Josephine is a steadfast advocate for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, offering ceremony, comfort, and teachings grounded in mâmitonêyicikan — the act of caring deeply. Through her mentorship of youth and collaboration with other Elders, she nurtures cultural resurgence with humility, strength, and unwavering devotion.

 

Event MC: Author Vera Tourangeau

 

Vera Tourangeau

 

Banquet Entertainment by High Limit

 

High Limit Band

 

Opening Performance by JJ Lavallee

 

JJ Lavallee

 

Check out our 2023 & 2024 conference video and photos below!

 
 

Tradeshow and Networking Event

 

ACC Water Solutions at the 2024 tradeshow

 

Water Ceremony

CEU Classes

 

One of the several CEU classes

 

Awards Ceremony

Food, Fire and Fellowship Every Night

 

Fellowship around the fire at the 2024 annual event

 

Best-Tasting Water on a First Nation Challenge

 

Best-Tasting Water Judges for 2024

 


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