Odawa Nation, Eagle Clan

Wiikwemkoong unceded territory on Manitoulin Island

Nikki Shawana, currently living in Norfolk County, ON, is a multi-faceted woman. From being a talented artist and maker, to teaching and inspiring youths through workshops, and engaging in community through her performances as an esteemed Pow Wow Dancer, Shawana knows no limits. At an early age, Shawana learnt Pow Wow Dancing as a way to stay connected to her Anishinaabe roots while growing up in the urban setting of Southern Ontario. When it comes to making art, Shawana follows in the footsteps of her grandparents who were talented craftspeople and who inspired her to stay connected to her culture, language, and traditions.