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Footprints
Please choose from the list below to view biographies and photos of Aboriginal people that have passed on and have left a lasting legacy. Follow in their footprints...
- James Miles Venne: Leader worked to bring self-sufficiency to his community
- 2008 - Dr. Dale Auger - Encouraged many artists to pursue and perfect their craft
- 2009 - Frank Williams: Major-league pitcher reached out to youth
- 2010 - Edith Josie
- 2010 - François Vincent Kiowarini
- 2010 - Jenny Flett
- 2010 - Sophie Thomas
- 2010 - Wilma Mankiller
- Albert Diamond: Trapline made him ready for business
- Alex Decoteau: Difficult beginnings, life of achievement
- Angela Sidney: Preserving the culture, a personal endeavor
- Ben Michel: Innu leader believed in creating a better future for his people
- Bernice Sayese: Mama Bear gave selflessly for the betterment of her community
- Bill Reid: Caught between two worlds
- Billy Diamond: The diamond in the rough became a polished gem of a man
- Black Elk: Black Elk spent his life staying true to his vision of life
- Bob Boyer: Boyer's true legacy lies within the future artists he inspired
- Chief Archie Jack: Community says goodbye to respected leader and teacher
- Chief Crowfoot: Determined leader, difficult times
- Chief Dan George: Acclaimed actor, gentle soul
- Christine Quintasket: Author found literary success as Mourning Dove
- Clarence Campeau: Metis visionary leader, promoted education success
- Dekanawidah: The peacemaker inspired democracy
- Don Cardinal: Dedicated his life to helping Aboriginal people in need of healing
- Dorothy Betz: Elder inspired others with her optimism and caring ways
- Dr. Clare Clifton Brant: Mohawk man and doctor: bridging the divide
- Elsie Knott: First woman chief used creativity to solve problems
- Everett Soop: Artist's legacy lies in cartoons reflecting realities of his time
- Floyd Red Crow Westerman: Creating awareness about Indigenous issues was important to Westerman
- Frances Pegahmagabow: Most decorated Aboriginal soldier did battle when he returned home
- Francis Flett: Tireless defender of the rights of his people in Manitoba's north
- Frank Calder: Chief of chiefs remembered for tireless fight for Aboriginal rights
- Gabriel Dumont: Brave, brilliant & buried at Batoche
- George Blondin: His family, Native tradition and caring for others mattered most to Blondin
- George Manuel - Chief made his mark on Canada and on the international stage
- Jackson Beardy: Inspired storyteller respected artist
- Jay Silverheels: TV star paves way for Indian actors
- Jean Goodwill: Health care worker encouraged youth
- Joe Augustine - Elder provided community with link to the past
- Joe P Cardinal: He will be missed
- Joe Talirunili: Artist served as chronicler of days gone by
- Joseph Brant: History portrays Brant as both hero and villian
- Louis Riel: Many followers will celebrate Riel's fight for Métis identity
- Mary Cousins: Educator and activist worked to improve lives of Inuit people
- Mary Thomas: Elder worked to protect lands and promote culture
- Mary Two-Axe Earley: Crusader fought for equal rights for Aboriginal women
- Monik Sioui: Lifetime devoted to women's work
- Nora Bernard: Fought for justice in the lives of family and friends
- Norval Morrisseau: Copper Thunderbird worked to instill pride in his people
- Olive Dickason
- Rita Joe: Poet shared her stories of love and survival
- Ross Powless: Hall of famer, family man
- Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
- Shanawdithit: The last of the Beothuk people
- Tom Eagle: Even the Queen listened to Tom Eagle
- Tom Longboat: Athlete continues to inspire
- Victoria Belcourt Callihoo: Métis woman painted vibrant picture of the West
- Walter Perry Deiter: Leader's strength lay in ability to make people believe in themselves
- Xavier Michon: Michon remembered as grandfather of friendship centre movement
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- James Miles Venne: Leader worked to bring self-sufficiency to his community
- 2008 - Dr. Dale Auger - Encouraged many artists to pursue and perfect their craft
- 2009 - Frank Williams: Major-league pitcher reached out to youth
- 2010 - Edith Josie
- 2010 - François Vincent Kiowarini
- 2010 - Jenny Flett
- 2010 - Sophie Thomas
- 2010 - Wilma Mankiller
- Albert Diamond: Trapline made him ready for business
- Alex Decoteau: Difficult beginnings, life of achievement
- Angela Sidney: Preserving the culture, a personal endeavor
- Ben Michel: Innu leader believed in creating a better future for his people
- Bernice Sayese: Mama Bear gave selflessly for the betterment of her community
- Bill Reid: Caught between two worlds
- Billy Diamond: The diamond in the rough became a polished gem of a man
- Black Elk: Black Elk spent his life staying true to his vision of life
- Bob Boyer: Boyer's true legacy lies within the future artists he inspired
- Chief Archie Jack: Community says goodbye to respected leader and teacher
- Chief Crowfoot: Determined leader, difficult times
- Chief Dan George: Acclaimed actor, gentle soul
- Christine Quintasket: Author found literary success as Mourning Dove
- Clarence Campeau: Metis visionary leader, promoted education success
- Dekanawidah: The peacemaker inspired democracy
- Don Cardinal: Dedicated his life to helping Aboriginal people in need of healing
- Dorothy Betz: Elder inspired others with her optimism and caring ways
- Dr. Clare Clifton Brant: Mohawk man and doctor: bridging the divide
- Elsie Knott: First woman chief used creativity to solve problems
- Everett Soop: Artist's legacy lies in cartoons reflecting realities of his time
- Floyd Red Crow Westerman: Creating awareness about Indigenous issues was important to Westerman
- Frances Pegahmagabow: Most decorated Aboriginal soldier did battle when he returned home
- Francis Flett: Tireless defender of the rights of his people in Manitoba's north
- Frank Calder: Chief of chiefs remembered for tireless fight for Aboriginal rights
- Gabriel Dumont: Brave, brilliant & buried at Batoche
- George Blondin: His family, Native tradition and caring for others mattered most to Blondin
- George Manuel - Chief made his mark on Canada and on the international stage
- Jackson Beardy: Inspired storyteller respected artist
- Jay Silverheels: TV star paves way for Indian actors
- Jean Goodwill: Health care worker encouraged youth
- Joe Augustine - Elder provided community with link to the past
- Joe P Cardinal: He will be missed
- Joe Talirunili: Artist served as chronicler of days gone by
- Joseph Brant: History portrays Brant as both hero and villian
- Louis Riel: Many followers will celebrate Riel's fight for Métis identity
- Mary Cousins: Educator and activist worked to improve lives of Inuit people
- Mary Thomas: Elder worked to protect lands and promote culture
- Mary Two-Axe Earley: Crusader fought for equal rights for Aboriginal women
- Monik Sioui: Lifetime devoted to women's work
- Nora Bernard: Fought for justice in the lives of family and friends
- Norval Morrisseau: Copper Thunderbird worked to instill pride in his people
- Olive Dickason
- Rita Joe: Poet shared her stories of love and survival
- Ross Powless: Hall of famer, family man
- Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
- Shanawdithit: The last of the Beothuk people
- Tom Eagle: Even the Queen listened to Tom Eagle
- Tom Longboat: Athlete continues to inspire
- Victoria Belcourt Callihoo: Métis woman painted vibrant picture of the West
- Walter Perry Deiter: Leader's strength lay in ability to make people believe in themselves
- Xavier Michon: Michon remembered as grandfather of friendship centre movement
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