Violinist and fiddler Maria Cherwick performs with symphony orchestras and The Kubasonics. Twice named MusicNL “Side Musician of the Year,” she recently released her debut solo fiddle album and won MusicNL’s “Instrumental Artist of the Year.”

Elder Larry Grant, of mixed Chinese and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) ancestry, was born on a hop field in Agassiz, BC, and raised in Musqueam territory. After retiring as a longshoreman, he enrolled in UBC’s First Nations Language Program to reconnect with his mother’s ancestral language, hən’q’əmin’əm’. He serves as Elder-in-Residence at UBC’s First Nations House of Learning and is a Faculty Fellow at St. John’s College.

Ballet Folklórico Aztlán is dedicated to celebrating and preserving our rich traditions through the art of folk dance. They are committed to delivering exceptional performances that not only engage and captivate our audience but also offer educational programming of the highest quality to reach a diverse range of viewers.

Saanjh, a South Asian dream-pop artist from Toronto, crafts music that’s both harmonious and edgy. Her sound features bold lyrics, dynamic drumming, and melodious guitar riffs that hint at alt-rock influences. Pursuing a childhood dream, Saanjh delivers intimate performances that genuinely connect with audiences, making her a unique voice in music.

Nadia Myre is a Montreal-based Algonquin artist whose multidisciplinary work explores identity, language, longing, and loss. Using beadwork, she engages themes of Indigenous identity, resilience, and belonging, emphasizing participant involvement and collective memory.

Lance Scout is a member of the white weasel tribe located in Treaty Seven Lands. Lance has provided workshops in healing and wellness for over 30 years and has branched out into Treaty Six lands with passion and vision.

Stephanie O’Dette is a singer songwriter based in the Canadian Rockies.  Inspired by the graceful resilient nature of the mountains, her voice reflects a steady sense of clarity and softness. She is a storyteller and a lover of humanity.

Quebec native, Thierry has known how to bring a unique country/folk style to the city of Montreal. He grew up learning various instruments, but only in 2023, after traveling around the world, he decided to dedicate his time to writing original music and singing on stage. He learned fast how to craft and hone his art, blending the sound of Nashville to the sound of Montreal while bringing a tremendous touch of authenticity to his lyrics and his interpretation.

Born in 1945, Raymond Gros-Louis is a Huron-Wendat from Wendake. After working as a mechanic, he embraced his cultural heritage full-time in 1992. Known as an Eider and Wise Man, he contributes to First Nations cultural awareness and received a recognition certificate for his restorative justice work in 2010.

Marianne is a recording artist, DIY producer, and music educator with a Bachelor of Music from Carleton University. A lifelong musician, she plays various instruments, teaches private lessons since 2018, and aims to foster holistic student growth.