White Eagle Exports

Poverty is a severe social problem among many First Nations. According to the 2001 Census, the average individual income of the total population was $29,769, but only $19,132 for an individual of Aboriginal ancestry, and a staggering $14,616 for an Aboriginal living on reserve (Mendelson, 2006)

The Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions is embarking on an export project that aims to promote Indigenous products and culture to new international markets. This project will involve partnering with Indigenous communities and social enterprises, such as Stephanie Eagletail Designs and the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre’s social enterprise initiative, to showcase their products at international trade shows and events.

The export project is a paramount opportunity for the Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions to promote Indigenous products, culture, and entrepreneurship to new international markets. This project is not only designed to create export revenue, economic opportunities, and sustainability for Indigenous communities but also to promote respect for their culture and skill.
 
 
 
Target market(s) (list specific countries): New Zealand, Italy, Germany and Dubai
 
 
 
Intended results: Our intended outcome is to assist Indigenous organizations and individuals with a pathway to achieve additional markets for financial success.

This initiative will be the first of its kind and unique by offering the vulnerable urban Indigenous population a chance to showcase their talents and skills and an opportunity to showcase their cultural products to the world. This initiative will create a cost recovery model and help support future programs for the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, as well as support Indigenous craft artists from Canada. This solution will support skill-building and aid in developing a sense of Identity of what it is to be Indigenous. Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions Inc is committed to creating the pathway to untapped markets to showcase Indigenous Artists in world markets.

Our team comprises individuals who have successfully exercised senior leadership in Indigenous organizations during the last ten years. Our organization has signed Indigenous product agreements with support letters enclosed in our application with Stephanie Eagletail designs and the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre’s social enterprise program.Our organization has the necessary marketing skills, business acumen and international travel experience and partners globally.Indigenous partners are currently in New Zealand, Switzerland, Belgium, Ecuador and Colombia.

We are currently facing financial barriers in accessing world markets. We are seeking innovative ways to access international economies. In order to build our ongoing relationships.

Delanie Passer has held several roles in First Nation communities, including Director of Operations and Health Director. In 2021 he worked with Indigenous Service Canada and opened a Covid Isolation Centre for $1.8 million for The Ridge Wellness project, a First Nation and Metis initiative. He has taken the time to learn the traditional way of life from Elders and healers from all over the globe. Locally, he has built strong relationships with our ceremonial leaders, who have taught him the holistic approach to Indigenous health, culture, language, and its connection to the land and the cosmos.  He has worked with several Indigenous non-profits as well as business focused organisations.

This initiative will be the first of its kind and unique by offering the vulnerable urban Indigenous population a chance to showcase their talents and skills and an opportunity to showcase their cultural products to the world. This initiative will create a cost recovery model and help support future programs for the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, as well as support Indigenous craft artists from Canada. The MIT solution will support skill-building and aid in developing a sense of Identity of being Indigenous. Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions Inc is committed to creating the pathway to untapped markets to showcase Indigenous Artists in world markets. Because of poverty, Indigenous creators have never had an opportunity to get products to the world market or educate the world about their unique culture.

Estimated export revenues directly generated by this project
(amount should not include annual revenue reported above and should be supported in the export plan):

• by 6 months after the project end date $72000

• by 12 months after the project end date $144000

• by 5yrs after the project end date $1.4 million

Revenues generated will go directly into the hands of the Indigenous creators.

Post-Show Follow-Up: After the trade show, follow up with potential partners and interested parties through email, social media, and traditional mail. Thank everyone for their time, and reiterate the benefits of working with Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions.

  Performance Measurement: Track leads generated from trade shows and monitor the conversion rate of those leads. Could you look over the data to determine which trade shows are the most successful and where to focus future marketing efforts? This information will allow our company to streamline marketing efforts and invest in the most impactful trade shows.

This initiative will be the first of its kind and unique by offering the vulnerable urban Indigenous population a chance to showcase their talents and skills and an opportunity to showcase their cultural products to the world. This initiative will create a cost recovery model and help support future programs for the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, as well as support Indigenous craft artists from Canada. This social enterprise will support skill-building and aid in developing a sense of identity to be Indigenous. Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions Inc is committed to creating the pathway to untapped markets to showcase Indigenous Artists in world markets.

We will be using traditional Indigenous ways of knowing and utilizing our ceremonial ways through song and dance to attract and create a change of image toward Indigenous peoples.

Mandate

Our Non-Profit Indigenous services focus on our client’s most critical issues and opportunities: strategy, marketing, organization, operations, transformation, and sustainability across all organizations is what we do best. We bring our “Indigenous Ways of Knowing,” functional expertise, and our Creative perspective to capture value across the boundaries of any organization.

Vision

To create a brighter future for Indigenous peoples, Women and Children across all spheres.

Mission

"To Bridge the Indigenous Ways of Knowing with the New World"

Our Values

Access- Remove access barriers for Indigenous people, Women and Children

Stewardship- We serve the Non-profit sector by building bridges and connections rooted in "Indigenous ways of knowing." Together, we will create a brighter future.

Ingenuity - We embrace opportunities and challenges with attention, creativity, sustainability, and optimism.

Integrity - We are honest, transparent, accountable, trustworthy, inclusive, and committed to the highest quality of work.

Excellence - We are dedicated to our vision for the world and strive to do our best in all aspects of work.

We are using a social enterprise from the Saskatoon Indian Metis Friendship Centre where our Urban Indigenous population makes products. The membership is primarily from the vulnerable sectors. The products produced are by people who have suffered trauma and have now found healing in making traditional products. This model will provide the vulnerable population with a sense of identity and purpose and give them the skill sets and business acumen to build confidence.

Mandate

Our Non-Profit Indigenous services focus on our client’s most critical issues and opportunities: strategy, marketing, organization, operations, transformation, and sustainability across all organizations is what we do best. We bring our “Indigenous Ways of Knowing,” functional expertise, and our Creative perspective to capture value across the boundaries of any organization.

Vision

To create a brighter future for Indigenous peoples, Women and Children across all spheres.

Mission

"To Bridge the Indigenous Ways of Knowing with the New World"

Our Values

Access- Remove access barriers for Indigenous people, Women and Children

Stewardship- We serve the Non-profit sector by building bridges and connections rooted in "Indigenous ways of knowing." Together, we will create a brighter future.

Ingenuity - We embrace opportunities and challenges with attention, creativity, sustainability, and optimism.

Integrity - We are honest, transparent, accountable, trustworthy, inclusive, and committed to the highest quality of work.

Excellence - We are dedicated to our vision for the world and strive to do our best in all aspects of work.

Our organization has successfully organized events and programs that promote Indigenous culture and empower Indigenous peoples. The Indigenous Women’s Gala and Elders Conference provides a space for Indigenous women and elders to unite, network, and celebrate their culture. The partnership with Blue Jays Care Foundation allows Indigenous youth to learn baseball skills and engage in physical activity in a safe and supportive environment.

Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions also prioritizes supporting equity-deserving communities. The medicine walks and mental health and wellness support programs for Indigenous youth are examples of measures taken to support and empower these communities. The organization also works closely with the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre to provide programs for Indigenous women and children. In the future, Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions plans to continue developing and implementing programs that support Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving communities. The organization aims to expand its partnerships and increase its impact in promoting Indigenous culture and supporting marginalized communities

Low-income clientSimilar to fee-for-service in terms of offering services to clients but focuses on providing access to those who couldn’t otherwise afford it. social enterprise partnership with non-profits who provide services for Indigenous clientsCreative distribution systems, lower production and marketing costs, high operating efficienciesCooperativeProvides members with benefits through collective services.Bulk purchasing, Members have common interests/needs, are key stakeholders, and investors

Wapi Kihew Attention To Creative Solutions currently has 6 contracts with our partners. 
1. Plan to develop an organized Indigenous Ceremonial Elders Conference dated for June 4th.
2. Plan to develop and organize Indigenous Women’s Gala for June 5th.
3. Partnership with Blue Jays care foundation to introduce baseball fundamentals in fun, engaging and inclusive ways to urban Indigenous youth. June 24th
4. Plan and organize a medicine walk in partnership with Wanuskeiwin for vulnerable Indigenous women to connect with their culture and land. Aug 25th
5. Development and implement 6 programs for the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre for Indigenous Women and children under the Brighter Futures initiative. 1-year contract
6. Partnering with the Saskatoon Tribal Council to provide mental health and wellness support for Indigenous youth through art therapy workshops. 2-year contract