Natasha Kanapé
Natasha Kanapé proposes a space dedicated to sacred sisterhood, inviting us to embark on a profound journey into the spiritual, cultural, and ritualistic connections that unite women. This space of exploration allows us to understand how these bonds manifest differently across cultures while highlighting the practices and traditions that nurture feminine identity.
It emphasizes the significance of traditions and rituals, not merely as relics of the past, but as powerful tools for transmitting knowledge. These practices provide a framework for rebuilding and reconnecting with the feminine essence, enabling women to draw from the wisdom of their ancestors to rebuild and thrive. This moment also serves as a precious opportunity for exchange, where souls can express themselves freely, share stories, listen to one another, and heal together.
By redefining what it means to be a woman, Natasha Kanapé invites us to celebrate the collective strength and resilience of every woman. Sisterhood becomes a fundamental pillar—a pathway toward reconnecting with inner power while honoring and passing down ancestral knowledge to future generations.
Biography
Natasha Kanapé Fontaine is an Innu writer, poet, and interdisciplinary artist from Pessamit, on the Nitassinan (North Shore, Quebec, Canada). She lives in Tio'tia:ke - known as Montreal. Her poetic works and essays are recognized and acclaimed by critics, travel the world, are translated into several languages, and are studied at several levels in schools in Quebec and elsewhere. In 2017, she received the Rights and Freedoms Award for her poetry and her contribution to bringing people closer through art, writing, performance, and dialogue - for future generations to grow through sharing, respect, and exchange between cultures. At only 29 years old, she was already among the public figures who took part in recognizing Indigenous peoples of Quebec, Canada, and elsewhere in the world. In 2021, she received the grade of Chevalier de l'Ordre des arts et des lettres de la République française. She also works as a translator, screenwriter, consultant on Indigenous literature, and a sensitivity reader.
Recent exhibitions
| 2024 | Myriam-Caron Literary Award, CA |
| 2022 | GAMIQ Folk Revelation of the Year Award, CA |