TikTok Canada acknowledges and celebrates Indigenous Peoples' traditional and contemporary roots to their lands, and we are grateful to share this space. We thank Indigenous creators, artists and small business owners for being a part of the TikTok community, and for trusting our platform as a space to share your stories, your knowledge, your culture and your joy.
At TikTok, we're focused on amplifying the Indigenous community every day, serving as a launchpad for creators to reclaim their identities, celebrate their culture and build meaningful careers. Indigenous storytelling continues to grow on TikTok - with over 4M posts from around the world between #NativeTikTok and #IndigenousTikTok - where Indigenous peoples celebrate their identities and share their stories.
Whether creators are preserving and revitalizing language, passing down knowledge, building businesses through artistic expression, or finding joy and humour in everyday life, we remain committed to celebrating and amplifying First Nations, Inuit and Métis voices throughout the year.
Meet the 2026 Indigenous Voices to Watch
At TikTok, we believe in the power of first-person storytelling as a catalyst for change. The 2026 #IndigenousTikTok Voices to Watch celebration recognizes Indigenous creators and business owners who are making a positive impact. From expressing their culture and experiences through comedy and art, to building thriving businesses, to passing down memories and recipes, these 10 creators are using TikTok to celebrate and showcase their communities in unique and inspiring ways.
- @crystalharrisoncollin (she/her) | Anishinaabe |Sioux Lookout, ON - Crystal Harrison Collin shares her passion for language preservation through her journey, passing down a new word or phrase in Anishinaabemowin each day, as well as other thoughts balancing her traditions and heritage in the modern world. Through her content, Crystal creates a warm, welcoming space where learning is shared across generations and within the community, while highlighting the importance of keeping Indigenous languages alive through everyday use, care and connection.
- @fawn.wood (she/her) | Cree-Salish|St. Paul, AB - Fawn Wood continues to be a powerful voice in music and culture, building on her groundbreaking 2022 Juno Award win for Indigenous Artist of the Year. Through her humour, daily encouragement and music, which is often performed in the Cree language, Fawn uses her platform to inspire Indigenous youth to stay connected to their culture and traditions.
- @grandma_sherry55 (she/her) | Sioux Valley Dakota Nation | Yorkton, SK - Through her soothing and informative videos that offer recipes, storytelling and cultural teachings, Dakota creator, Sherry Whitehawk (aka Grandma Sherry) has built a welcoming community rooted in kindness and connection. Grandma Sherry shares traditional Indigenous recipes, family favourites and reflections on culture and everyday life, offering her global community a window into Dakota knowledge and grandmotherly wisdom.
- @indiginize_creation (she/her) | Secwépemc & Nêhiyaw| T'exélc (Williams Lake First Nation) - Janelle Alphonse is behind Indiginize Creation, a small business rooted in her lifelong passion for art, where she creates and sells beautifully custom-designed burnt hats and apparel. Beyond wearable art, she also shares content from the pow wow workshops she hosts, offering immersive experiences for participants and her audience grounded in her Indigenous traditions, culture and teachings.
- @inuk.emily (she/her) | Inuk | Montréal, QC - Émily Fleming-Dubuc is an Inuk creator who uses her platform to share timely information on local issues and Indigenous affairs. Her content also offers a glimpse into her family life and everyday experiences, from sharing phrases in the Inuktitut language to thawing and preparing Arctic char. Émily creates meaningful conversations around identity, representation and personal growth that bring greater visibility to Indigenous perspectives in digital spaces.
- @kendrajessie (she/her) | Cree and Métis | High Prairie, AB (Treaty 8) - As an athlete, public speaker, coach and the founder of Sport for Spirit, a non-profit dedicated to empowering Indigenous youth through sports and wellness programs, Kendra Jessie has transformed her athletic success into lasting community impact. She has also been recognized for her achievements with Team Alberta at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship, where she earned bronze medals as both a player and a coach.
- @marissaindoe (she/her) | Anishinnabe, Chapleau Ojibwe FN | Sault Ste Marie, ON - Marissa Indoe is a multidisciplinary artist working across acrylic paintings, digital artwork and beadwork with hand-painted elements. On TikTok, she blends these media types to share both her creative process and finished works, cultivating a growing community around Indigenous art and expression. She also runs an Indigenous art mail club that reaches 500+ monthly recipients, building her own business as an artist.
- @mr.christ0pher (he/him) | Cree | Ahtahkakoop First Nation, SK - Christopher Masuskapoe (aka Mr. Christopher) shares a humorous take on everyday life with a distinct style. From the bumpy reality of driving his reservation roads to the chaos of being an overstimulated parent, he finds humour in his everyday life that's highly relatable, spreading laughter and a sense of connection to his community.
- @natrestoule (she/her) | Anishinaabe | Okikendawt (Dokis First Nation), ON - Nathalie is a mother of two and Anishinaabemowin teacher who creates content that celebrates and helps preserve Indigenous traditions while fostering connection and understanding. Her work spans cultural teachings, community initiatives, modelling, public speaking and her journey to Miss Indigenous Canada, offering an authentic look at how Indigenous culture continues to thrive today.
- @nipiyiskwew (she/her) | Cree | Beaver First Nation, AB - From acting and fashion design to public speaking and reality television, Nipîy wears many hats. Known for her infectious energy and deep commitment to community, she uses her platform to inspire others and champion Indigenous excellence and representation while uplifting fellow creators, artists, small businesses and youth.
Celebrating Indigenous Artistry
The TikTok team remains committed to supporting the creative expression of the #IndigenousTikTok community. This year, the original art design for this celebration was commissioned from and created by Woodland Cree artist and educator of Lac La Ronge Indian Band, Jade Roberts @its.jader.
On the inspiration behind this year's design, Jade shares: "The artwork for the 2026 Indigenous Voices to Watch celebration is inspired by the summer solstice. June is National Indigenous History month. During this month many Indigenous people celebrate the solstice. The artwork showcases some of the teachings during this season, like honouring the return of the light, embracing warmth, seeing growth and learning from the land. The creators featured on #IndigenousTikTok resemble many of these teachings. Their storytelling, humour and knowledge is influential in online spaces. What they create and offer, like the sun, provides so many others with a sense of light and warmth."
Fostering a Safe Space for Storytelling
TikTok is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive platform where Indigenous creators can express themselves freely and safely. From showcasing their humour to sharing candid reflections on the ongoing challenges in their communities, these creators are embraced for their creativity and cultural pride. They are a vital part of TikTok’s vibrant and creative community, and we are committed to fostering a space that enables them to continue doing this.
During this National Indigenous History Month and throughout the year, join us as we celebrate #IndigenousTikTok and our vibrant Indigenous community.