About Eagle Spirits

Who We Are
Eagle Spirits of the Great Waters is a community of people, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous. We create space for Indigenous Arts & Culture by gathering, sharing, and learning. We host events, workshops, classes and gatherings for the community and our members.

Our Mission
We are Indigenous and non-indigenous people sharing, celebrating, learning and creating space for Indigenous arts and culture along the north shores of Lake Ontario, based in south Mississauga.

Our Vision
We do this by:
- Organizing Art Exhibitions and Community Gatherings
- Teaching Arts, crafts and Language through Workshops
- Establishing a Community Drumming group
- Offering Healing and Naming Ceremonies
- Growing a Three Sisters Garden to share knowledge and food.
What we do
Our Indigenous led programs educate and immerse the members in various aspects of Indigenous Culture through arts, music, stories and experiences.
Features
- Workshops
- outings
- Stories
- Gardening
- Environmental
- engaging Youth
- Art Exhibits
- Indigenous Events
Our Founders
We are extremely proud of our Indigenous founders

Barry Gilbert
Founder

Kandy Kennedy
Founder

Lynn Taylor
Founder
Our Team
Our Executive Team

Barry Gilbert
President

Lynn Taylor
Treasurer

Kaitlyn Wilcox
Secretary

Starra Matysiak
Executive Assistant
Our Board
Eagle Spirits Board of Directors: Guiding our Vision

Barry Gilbert
Director

Lynn Taylor
Director

Kaitlyn Wilcox
Director

Austin VanDerStarren
Director

Joyce Taylor
Director

Steven Gwartz
Director

Allison Leroux
Director

Miguel Turato
Director
Michael Taylor
Director
Youth Council
Empowering Youth Voices: Eagle Spirits' Vision for the Future

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Youth Council

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Youth Council

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Youth Council

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Youth Council
Our Advisors
Eagle Spirits is grateful for the knowledge and experience our group of advisors bring to the organization.

Prof. John Danahy
Advisor

Deborah Goss
Advisor

Gurpreet Rosales
Advisor

Darrell Budnick
Advisor

Michael Scholz
Advisor
FAQ
How do I signup for a workshop
Go to the Workshop Page to see current offerings. Click Here
Do I have to be Indigenous to become a member of Eagle Spirits
No, All events and programming are for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous