With Valentine’s Day around the corner, this list is curated for those interested in Indigenous-led love stories. These stories encompass many kinds of love - romantic love, familial love or platonic love – and they’re united by an overall theme that the act of giving or receiving love for Indigenous peoples can be complex and sometimes requires an acknowledgment of the colonial pain inherited from previous generations. Reclaiming Indigenous joy starts with a commitment with oneself to move forward in a way that honours a connection to the land, culture, and community.
Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie earned herself a 2024 JUNO Award for this cover album of 10 classic rock and pop songs, translated into her own Indigenous...Show more
Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie earned herself a 2024 JUNO Award for this cover album of 10 classic rock and pop songs, translated into her own Indigenous language. This is a beautiful album to share with your loved ones, especially if they are Inuit!
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Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie earned herself a 2024 JUNO Award for this cover album of 10 classic rock and pop songs, translated into her own Indigenous...Show more
Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie earned herself a 2024 JUNO Award for this cover album of 10 classic rock and pop songs, translated into her own Indigenous language. This is a beautiful album to share with your loved ones, especially if they are Inuit!
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A debut novel from Danica Nava, this rom-com story follows Ember Lee Cardinal navigating a corporate job hunt in Oklahoma City but then also finds herself in a forbidden romance.
A debut novel from Danica Nava, this rom-com story follows Ember Lee Cardinal navigating a corporate job hunt in Oklahoma City but then also finds herself in a forbidden romance.
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A debut novel from Danica Nava, this rom-com story follows Ember Lee Cardinal navigating a corporate job hunt in Oklahoma City but then also finds herself in a forbidden romance.
A debut novel from Danica Nava, this rom-com story follows Ember Lee Cardinal navigating a corporate job hunt in Oklahoma City but then also finds herself in a forbidden romance.
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Young Jonny is set to return to the reservation where he grew up for his stepfather’s funeral. As he scrounges for cash for the trip, he takes another jou...Show more
Young Jonny is set to return to the reservation where he grew up for his stepfather’s funeral. As he scrounges for cash for the trip, he takes another journey through his imperfect memories of growing up queer and Indigenous.
Also available as an eBook and downloadable audiobook.
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Young Jonny is set to return to the reservation where he grew up for his stepfather’s funeral. As he scrounges for cash for the trip, he takes another jou...Show more
Young Jonny is set to return to the reservation where he grew up for his stepfather’s funeral. As he scrounges for cash for the trip, he takes another journey through his imperfect memories of growing up queer and Indigenous.
Also available as an eBook and downloadable audiobook.
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As a meteorite catastrophically changes the planet outside, an Indigenous man and woman meet in a small bar and initiate a romantic relationship, setting ...Show more
As a meteorite catastrophically changes the planet outside, an Indigenous man and woman meet in a small bar and initiate a romantic relationship, setting off a cosmic chain of events that may save the world from destruction. A romance-drama film written, produced, and directed by Darlene Naponse (Anishinaabe).
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As a meteorite catastrophically changes the planet outside, an Indigenous man and woman meet in a small bar and initiate a romantic relationship, setting ...Show more
As a meteorite catastrophically changes the planet outside, an Indigenous man and woman meet in a small bar and initiate a romantic relationship, setting off a cosmic chain of events that may save the world from destruction. A romance-drama film written, produced, and directed by Darlene Naponse (Anishinaabe).
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Daunis must solve the mystery behind a murder and deadly new drug in her community using her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe medicine, while finding out...Show more
Daunis must solve the mystery behind a murder and deadly new drug in her community using her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe medicine, while finding out what it means to be a strong Ojibwe woman. In addition, she becomes involved in a “fake relationship” for the sake of the undercover FBI operation and professional/personal lines are crossed as the story progresses.
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Daunis must solve the mystery behind a murder and deadly new drug in her community using her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe medicine, while finding out...Show more
Daunis must solve the mystery behind a murder and deadly new drug in her community using her knowledge of chemistry and Ojibwe medicine, while finding out what it means to be a strong Ojibwe woman. In addition, she becomes involved in a “fake relationship” for the sake of the undercover FBI operation and professional/personal lines are crossed as the story progresses.
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A children’s picture book for parents-to-be that reflects on the patience and care upon preparing for a new addition to the family.
A children’s picture book for parents-to-be that reflects on the patience and care upon preparing for a new addition to the family.
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A children’s picture book for parents-to-be that reflects on the patience and care upon preparing for a new addition to the family.
A children’s picture book for parents-to-be that reflects on the patience and care upon preparing for a new addition to the family.
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What makes you happy? Kids fill our lives and communities with joy. This board book celebrates all the little things that bring us joy.
What makes you happy? Kids fill our lives and communities with joy. This board book celebrates all the little things that bring us joy.
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What makes you happy? Kids fill our lives and communities with joy. This board book celebrates all the little things that bring us joy.
What makes you happy? Kids fill our lives and communities with joy. This board book celebrates all the little things that bring us joy.
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The ending of a long-term relationship results in a jump back into the dating pool which inspires this poetry collection. Tenille’s words are intimate, honest, and casually hilarious (suitable for an adult audience).
The ending of a long-term relationship results in a jump back into the dating pool which inspires this poetry collection. Tenille’s words are intimate, honest, and casually hilarious (suitable for an adult audience).
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The ending of a long-term relationship results in a jump back into the dating pool which inspires this poetry collection. Tenille’s words are intimate, honest, and casually hilarious (suitable for an adult audience).
The ending of a long-term relationship results in a jump back into the dating pool which inspires this poetry collection. Tenille’s words are intimate, honest, and casually hilarious (suitable for an adult audience).
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Following up from the album Watin, which focused on themes of generational storytelling, Here and Now in Aysanbee’s own words: “… is the first of more rec...Show more
Following up from the album Watin, which focused on themes of generational storytelling, Here and Now in Aysanbee’s own words: “… is the first of more records that will explore the impact of colonization on Indigenous love in this country. This country never made me feel worthy of love, and in turn never made me feel worthy of the love of another. Through this record, I wanted to be honest by facing my own fallibilities when it comes to building and keeping relationships.” (Universal Music Canada)
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Following up from the album Watin, which focused on themes of generational storytelling, Here and Now in Aysanbee’s own words: “… is the first of more rec...Show more
Following up from the album Watin, which focused on themes of generational storytelling, Here and Now in Aysanbee’s own words: “… is the first of more records that will explore the impact of colonization on Indigenous love in this country. This country never made me feel worthy of love, and in turn never made me feel worthy of the love of another. Through this record, I wanted to be honest by facing my own fallibilities when it comes to building and keeping relationships.” (Universal Music Canada)
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Have your own Indigenous-led love story to share? Voices of the Land is a digital space hosted by Edmonton Public Library that supports communities to cre...Show more
Have your own Indigenous-led love story to share? Voices of the Land is a digital space hosted by Edmonton Public Library that supports communities to create, share, discover and celebrate local Indigenous perspectives. If you are interested in adding a historic story to the platform, please review the site guide or contact your local librarian for further instruction.
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