EDITOR’S MESSAGE
“A movement is growing up from the land, from the Elders, from the youth, and from a new crop of women leaders, calling for Indigenous leadership on the land.” — Valérie Courtois
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We are pleased to highlight some well respected high performance athletes and role models in this issue. On the cover is mixed Native American Champion Boxer Kali (Kay-lee) Reis, who is a role model for youth and an advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous women. Flip to page 12 to find out more about her transformative journey as a female fighter, and read about Métis Canoe Kayak athlete James Lavallée on page 6. On page 18, find out more about Outside Looking In (OLI), a national accredited dance program that’s empowering Indigenous youth in schools across Canada, and meet Indigenous fashion designer Lesley Hampton (page 8) who is known for promoting inclusivity, identity, awareness and heritage through her designs.
hen we set out to create this issue of SAY, we had no idea how the world would change in such a short time, or how the need for good and responsible leadership would extend beyond our (humanity’s) expectations. We are living in uncertain times, many of us at the mercy of COVID-19 and the implications it poses on our health and livelihoods, and the overall economy. Many speculate the world needed a reset. Perhaps this is a reminder to slow down, treasure the time we have together and respect Mother Earth. All of us at SAY believe we have a responsibility to continue sharing positive stories now more than ever. As a result, this leadership-themed issue is a special digital-only publication that is available to everyone everywhere at no cost. We hope you will share the power of SAY with friends and family across the globe, as a way to connect and share inspiring stories of perseverance during this global crisis.
As always, we like to provide additional resources that provide guidance and support. Keep reading for helpful tips on working from home and more information on staying safe during this difficult time. From all of us at SAY, be safe and stay well. We can continue to persevere if we work together. Danielle Vienneau, Editor-in-Chief
Next Issue: Career Development
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Career Development
102
Building a Skilled Indigenous Apr. 10, 2020 Workforce
Apr. 17, 2020
May 11, 2020
Summer 2020
103
Summer Solstice
May 1, 2020
May 15, 2020
June 8, 2020
Back2School
104
Back to School
June 15, 2020
June 30, 2020
Aug. 17, 2020
Fall 2020
105
Business
Sept. 14, 2020 Sept. 25, 2020
Oct. 19, 2020
Special Edition
106
Art and Entertainment
Oct. 9, 2020
Oct. 26, 2020
Nov. 9, 2020
Winter 2021
107
Health and Fitness
Nov. 13, 2020
Nov. 30, 2020
Dec. 21, 2020
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