Jah’kota is an Afro-Indigenous artist and entrepreneur. His father is from Kingston Jamaica and his mother is Nakota Assiniboine. He is a status member of Ocean Man First Nation, Treaty 4 territory. Justin “Jahkota” Holness uses music as a way to amplify the message of self-determination and strives to empower the welfare of people and the planet.

Victoria, a distinguished Mi’gmaq entrepreneur from Listuguj, Quebec, recently earned the prestigious 2024 Indspire Award in the Business and Commerce category. She is the proud owner of Wejipeg Excavation Inc. and shares ownership of Wejuseg Construction Inc.  Her most recent entrepreneurial launch, the Eloquent Hostess, combines her gift for languages with her powerful voice, serving as MC to national events and conferences.

With a rich background in public service, Victoria has dedicated her efforts to both the First Nation and federal sectors, contributing at the Band, regional, and national levels. Currently serving as the Vice-Chair of the National Indigenous Economic Development Board (NIEDB), Victoria plays a pivotal role in shaping economic policy.

Victoria is a highly educated professional, holding a BA in political science and an MBA from the University of New Brunswick. Additionally, she possesses a contractor’s license from Régie du bâtiment du Québec.

From 2020 to 2022, Victoria actively participated in developing the National Indigenous Economic Strategy as a representative of the NIEDB. She also co-chaired a national Steering Committee alongside the Canadian Construction Association.

Beyond her professional achievements, Victoria is deeply committed to mentoring and serving as a role model. Actively involved in leadership and capacity development programs, she imparts valuable financial literacy skills to Indigenous youth, contributing to their overall empowerment and success.