Born and raised in Ottawa, 4 time Algonquin College graduate Randy Kakegamick will perform traditional Ojibwe-Cree songs, storytelling, and Fancy Dancing throughout the afternoon.
Shop directly from the artists. Beadwork, prints, leather, textiles, jewelry — one-of-a-kind work you won't find anywhere else.
Free & family-friendly
No tickets, no cover. Bring the kids, bring a friend, bring an empty tote — everyone's welcome!
Live music, food & entertainment
An afternoon outdoors on Wellington with great Makers, great vibes, and great food right next door to the shop!
Rain or shine
Tents up, Makers ready. We're here for the full day — come grab a coffee and stay a while.
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About the market
An afternoon of community & craft
Join us in the parking lot for an open-air market celebrating Indigenous makers, artisans, and food vendors from across the region. Live music, demonstrations, and one-of-a-kind goods you won't find anywhere else.
When & where
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026 Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Little Mac's Parking Lot, 991 Wellington St W, Ottawa Admission: Free
On the day
What you'll find
Handmade jewelry & beadwork from artists across Turtle Island
Original prints & visual art, including pieces by Justin Kewaquado (Kewii's Art)
Textiles, leather & wearables — ribbon skirts, moccasins, and more
Locally sourced food & drink from neighbours like Little Mac's
Live music & artist demos throughout the day
A welcoming, free space to gather, learn, and support Indigenous makers
FEATURED MAKERS
Meet the makers
Tap any maker to explore their work. New names added regularly as the market lineup is confirmed.
Aupaluk Designs
Maker: Eleanor Partridge
Based in Kuujjuaq
Handmade clay art and digital art inspired by Inuit culture, created by Inuk artist Eleanor Partridge.
Aupaluk, meaning "where the earth is red", is Eleanor's first given name. Eleanor uses modern materials and techniques to design culturally inspired earrings and art.
She incorporates traditional Inuit designs and ideas into all her work. Her favourite materials to work with are polymer clay, beads, and resin.
She is also a self-taught graphic designer and illustrator and has recently started making digital art and stickers.
Originally from Kuujjuaq, Nunavik, she now lives in Eastern Ontario with her family, 2 cats and her dog.
Custom beaded earrings, t-shirts, car tattoos and more.
Big Franks Native Crafts, rooted in the heart of Pikwakanagan, proudly showcases Indigenous artistry and craftsmanship. Specializing in custom beaded earrings, Every Child Matters t-shirts, flags, car tattoos, and more, Big Franks offers a vibrant selection of handmade creations that honor tradition and community.
Educational Do-It-Yourself Kits and interactive workshops.
Bougie Birch is a Mohawk-owned creative business founded by Ashley Clark in Ottawa, Ontario. The story began with a single idea: to create a space where Indigenous teachings could be shared with honesty, creativity, and care. What started as handmade DIY Dreamcatcher Kits has evolved into a growing cultural education business rooted in storytelling, artistry, and connection.
Every creation Bougie Birch offers carries the spirit of learning and relationship. From hands-on workshops to cultural consulting, the business combines traditional teachings with modern design to make Indigenous culture accessible and meaningful for everyone. Their programs invite participants to create with purpose, reflect deeply, and understand the significance behind each craft.
At Bougie Birch, the belief is that art is more than expression — it is a bridge. Through every workshop and experience, they honour the values of respect, reciprocity, and relationship, connecting people to story, land, and community in a way that uplifts and unites.
Christopher does haida formline prints and paintings. He used to be an apprentice with the master carver Christian White in Masset Haida Gwaii.
Destiny Thomas Designs
Maker: Destiny Thomas
Based in Akwesasne Mohawk
Jewellery, stickers, beadwork and more.
Destiny Thomas is a Mohawk woman from Akwesasne who graduated from Concordia University in Montreal, QC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Art Education.
While studying at Concordia, she founded Destiny Thomas Designs as a way to ease her homesickness and stay connected to her roots while living away from home. What started as a personal creative outlet soon became a bridge between her heart and her community—allowing her to carry the spirit of Akwesasne with her wherever she goes. Her business continues to evolve alongside her, growing and shifting as she takes on new life changes and experiences. Her work is inspired by the world around her: textiles, people, conversations, books, and the natural world all influence her creative process. Many of her pieces are named after people she knows, those she's met briefly, or names that simply resonate with the energy of the artwork itself.
As her artistic journey continues to grow, so too has her connection to her community. Since July 2025, she has been working as a home health aide, a role that allows her to directly and positively impact the elders in Akwesasne, NY. This work has deepened her sense of compassion and gratitude, teaching her the importance of care, patience, and listening. Supporting elders has become another form of art for her—one grounded in love, respect, and the preservation of stories and wisdom.
She is honored to be a recipient of the Akwesasne Future Leaders Award, which recognizes her dedication to uplifting and empowering her community. One of her greatest passions is creating spaces for youth to explore art through a therapeutic and culturally grounded approach—through painting, beading, jewelry making, and other creative practices. Moving forward, she hopes to continue developing workshops in Akwesasne that center on healing, Indigenous pride, and self-identity, while nurturing the next generation of artists and dreamers.
This business has come into fruition thanks to the warm encouragement of Bo Kim (Department Assistant of Concordia University's Otsenhákta Student Centre) and Vicki Boldo (Director of Indigenous Initiatives and Intercultural Relations at Bishop's University). They recognized her talent as a beader and encouraged her to have her very first vendor experience at the First Voices event in 2020. Since then, she has been constantly evolving, networking, and collaborating. Her Day one supporters carry her beadwork all around the world—from across Turtle Island to France, New Zealand, Ireland, and everywhere beyond and in between.
Eiralize lashes was created for every Queen looking to elevate their makeup look without breaking the bank. The team spent an enormous amount of time ensuring the quality of the lashes, while aiming to cut the price in almost half, compared to other high-end brands on the market.
They strongly believe in supporting the community. Therefore, they have dedicated, and pledged, $1 from their profit margin to be donated on your behalf!
A Mohawk artist from Akwesasne based in Gatineau, she blends tradition and innovation in her fine art and jewelry. Her handmade earrings fuse traditional materials with contemporary design, celebrating culture and identity.
Justin Kewaquado is a proud Annishinaabe Canadian contemporary digital/traditional artist making art focused around the natural world and inspiring stories.
Candles and jewellery that ignite, empower and celebrate every spirit.
Tracey Lynne Towedo is the founder and sole proprietor of KOKUMOON, a business rooted in deep spiritual and ancestral connections. Established on December 11, 2019, in honor of the spiritual journey of her Kokum under the full healing moon, Giizisoonhg Mnidoons, KOKUMOON embodies the legacies of generations and their powerful relationship with grandmother moon, grandfather sky, and the elements of Mother Earth.
Through her artistry, Towedo seeks to strengthen the connection between individuals and the land, sky, and waters, fostering a deep appreciation and love for one's own spirit.
KOKUMOON specializes in traditional beadwork, clay, shells, and pearls sourced from waters and great seas, as well as precious gemstones renowned for their healing properties. The materials used are carefully chosen to reflect the harmony and influence of the moon, earth, and water, with each creation carrying the heart and essence of KOKUMOON.
Championing Indigenous culture by providing transformative spaces to learn and create together.
Makatew Workshops was founded in 2019 by Marc Forgette, a French Algonquin member of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation (formerly Wahgoshig First Nation). His journey began as a personal search for identity and belonging, one that led him to discover his great aunt’s work as a leatherworker and his fourth-great-grandfather’s family name, Makatew—meaning “Black”—a name later lost through colonization.
With a hunger for purpose and a vision to reclaim his heritage, Marc created Makatew Workshops as a way to share culture, knowledge, and tradition through hands-on experiences. Today, he pours his heart into facilitating workshops and speaking engagements that blend creativity with education, inviting others to learn, connect, and take part in reconciliation.
Mitigomin, the Algonquin word for an acorn from the red oak tree; a green enterprise that values the environment, health, tradition and Nature. Located on Algonquin territory, the operation has a love for all plants but specializes in herbs and native species. They sell 35+ different varieties of herbal teas that are grown naturally in their gardens.
Kayoki is Algonquin Anishaanawbe from Kitigan Zibi Quebec. He has dedicated his life to exploring the wonders of the plant kingdom. He has studied in Horticulture, Herbalism and as a Tea sommelier. Kayoki has worked many jobs in his field, such as tree planter, seed collector, brush cutter, landscaper, nursery plant worker, fruit picker and now runs his own farm.
Sustainable fashion, ethically made in Canada, Inuit inspired patterns, contemporary Inuit Clothes.
Oo is a dynamic leader in media, project management, and cultural advocacy, with a deep commitment to preserving Inuit language and culture. Fluent in both Inuktitut and English, Oo has made a significant impact across various fields. As the founder of Oo K Couture in 2021, Oo transformed a passion for Inuit-inspired sustainable fashion showcased at markets and craft sales across Nunavut and Canada.
With over a decade of freelance experience, Oo specializes in Inuktitut productions, contributing as a reporter, producer, and editor for various media outlets. In a leadership role, Oo has spearheaded the development of critical communication strategies and policies, enhancing organizational messaging and outreach.
Oo’s educational background includes studies in applied arts, technology, media, and design. Through innovative media, design, and community-driven initiatives, Oo remains dedicated to promoting and preserving Inuit heritage for future generations.
Jewellery created with hand harvested quills, precious stones and jewellery.
An Algonquin Odawa mother of five, she creates beautiful and stylish earrings using hand harvested porcupine quills paired with precious stones and crystals.
She made her first pair of moccasin high tops at the local cultural center in her community at the age of 11 years old.
Her creative practice spans medallions, peyote stitched feathers, ribbon skirts, ribbon vests, dream catchers, rattles, bracelets, and necklaces.
Her favourite part of creating is working with the healing stones and quills.
Sustainable fashion, ethically made in Canada, Inuit inspired patterns, contemporary Inuit Clothes.
Oo is a dynamic leader in media, project management, and cultural advocacy, with a deep commitment to preserving Inuit language and culture. Fluent in both Inuktitut and English, Oo has made a significant impact across various fields. As the founder of Oo K Couture in 2021, Oo transformed a passion for Inuit-inspired sustainable fashion showcased at markets and craft sales across Nunavut and Canada.
With over a decade of freelance experience, Oo specializes in Inuktitut productions, contributing as a reporter, producer, and editor for various media outlets. In a leadership role, Oo has spearheaded the development of critical communication strategies and policies, enhancing organizational messaging and outreach.
Oo’s educational background includes studies in applied arts, technology, media, and design. Through innovative media, design, and community-driven initiatives, Oo remains dedicated to promoting and preserving Inuit heritage for future generations.
Beadwork and jewelry, handmade traditional ribbon skirts.
Rooted in Plains Cree tradition, this beadwork reflects the beauty, strength, and artistry carried through generations. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted with intention, blending traditional craftsmanship with a refined, contemporary style to create timeless wearable art. Through every design, the maker honours the cultural teachings and regalia that shaped their love for beadwork, while continuing to preserve and celebrate Indigenous artistry with heart and authenticity.
