09/14/2026
Here in Brampton for OFNEDA First Nations Economic Advancement Conference. โบ๏ธ We will be here most of the week and look forward to making connections and sharing our art. Lucky to have heard Stanโs voice right awayโฆ a voice from my childhood and northern home. (We remember him in many wonderful ways ๐ iykyk) Always so special to bump into people you havenโt seen in a long time and even better when you share some memories and loved ones. Getting a hug from my late childhood friendโs brother meant the world. Meegwetch Jay. ๐
Now the fam is on the hunt for coffee and we are going to think about what else we can do while we are here. We are indeed here for work, but if we can explore or hug a brother we absolutely will. This busy week leads us to an even busier weekend after all - Curve Lake hosts their pow wow and we cannot wait. ๐ Perhaps we will see you there?
Meet Our MC: Kahnekahnekahtahk Stan Wesley
๐ค The movers and shakers need a great host, and we're excited to welcome Kahnekahnekahtahk Stan Wesley as our Master of Ceremonies!
Originally from Moose Cree First Nation and now residing in Six Nations Territory with his wife Mandy and their children, Maya and Tenona, Stan is a respected speaker, entrepreneur, and community leader. Known for his engaging presence, inspiring messages, and yes, his great sense of humour, Stan has spent years energizing audiences from coast to coast to coast.
Through his work at the local, regional, provincial, and national levels, Stan is passionate about celebrating success and strengthening relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. A familiar face to OFNEDA, he is thrilled to return as MC and help foster meaningful connections while celebrating excellence in First Nations economic development.
And if you have ever seen Stan on stage, you know one thing for certain: he will keep the program moving and keep everyone laughing along the way! ๐
Read Stan's full bio here: https://www.ofneda.ca/fneacbios/stan-wesley