CHARACTER INFORMATION

SINOPA

Siksika

B: Mid 1700’s

D: 18 years of age

Her striking beauty, exceptional skills and fearlessness in battle made this Blackfoot warrior desired by many suitors. However, it was her unwavering love and devotion to her people and the Creator is what kept her out of reach.

CHARLOTTE SMALL

Nahathaway Cree/Scottish

B: September 01, 1787

D: May 04 1857

Despite her quiet demeanor and small stature, this daughter of the fur trade embodied a powerful combination of love, kindness, tenacity resourcefulness and fearless, making her a force to be reckoned with.

EDITH ANDERSON MONTURE

Mohawk

B: April 10, 1890

D: April 03, 1996

Born on the Six Nations reserve Ediths Indominable spirit, compassion, selflessness, and tenacity embody the saying “walk softly and carry a big stick.”

PINELEAF WOMAN

Gross Ventre

B: 1806

D: 1854

A highly skilled, stoic, strong hearted woman warrior with a formidable presence and keen intuition made Pine Leaf Woman the perfect “Woman Chief.”

MIKAK

Inuit

B: 1740

D: October 01, 1795

With striking good looks, charm, charisma and a profound inner strength this warrior woman exemplified resourcefulness and self-sacrifice in her relentless pursuit of positive change for her people’s future.

LILY OF THE MOHAWKS

Mohawk

B: 1656

D: April 07, 1680

Born with an inherent sense to serve others this Mohawk woman’s unwavering compassion, love and devotion to the Creator helped her endure discrimination and hardship to become a symbol of hope and inspiration to people from all nations.

SHAWNA DITHIT

Beothuck

B: 1801

D: June 06, 1829

This warrior woman’s intelligence, resilience, and adaptability in the face of great adversity, solidified her indominable spirit and legacy as a symbol of strength and preservation in the face of cultural extinction

KATE CARMACK

T’lingit/Tagish

B: 1862

D: March 29, 1920    

Shaaw Tláa’s independence, resilience, resourcefulness and deep spiritual connection to her traditional ways of knowing enabled this warrior to navigate the challenges of frontier survival with grace and determination.

HOLY SNAKE WOMAN

Kainai

B: 1824/25

D: 1895 

Exuding a stoic grace that commands respect and attention. Natoiyist-siksina’s intellect and innate sense of diplomacy established herself as a formidable negotiator for the Blackfoot confederacy

RUNNING EAGLE

Piegan

B: 1850

D: 1878

This strong hearted woman’s strategic acumen and battlefield prowess made her a revered Blackfoot warrior embodying the spirit of courage and resilience.

ANNIE BANNATYNE

Metis

B: November 12, 1830

D: May 14, 1908  

Known for her bold business ventures, philanthropy and trailblazing spirit this Metis warrior Woman’s spirit and actions shattered societal norms and paved the way for future generations of woman.

BUFFALO CALF ROAD WOMAN

Northern Cheyenne

B: 1844

D: 1879 

Celebrated for her bravery, resilience and devotion to her people and traditions, this strong hearted warrior women’s character and actions embodies the courage, wisdom and the true strength and spirit of Indigenous women.

MANLY HEARTED WOMAN

All Nations

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