The 2025 Okimaw Awards held its 4th annual event inside City Hall, celebrating Indigenous men from across Alberta for their contributions to their communities.
Janice Randhile, Founder of the Okimaw Awards spoke with CFWE on the emotional feeling to see the event grow, and for the recipients to be seen in a good way.
2025 Okimaw Awards (Photo Credits – Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Randhile is hopeful that this years recipients will walk away knowing that they are acknowledged and recognized for their continued work within community, and to continue their path towards inspiring the next generations.
Introducing this year’s Recipients:
Service and Public Safety – Lambert Fox
Cultural Revitalization – Ryan Arcand
Jimmy Herman Creative Arts – Conway Kootenay
Shane Yellowbird Music – Armond Duck Chief
Business Leader – Justin Gladue
Human Rights and Advocacy – Tom Hunter
Youth Leadership – Talon Giroux
Father Figure – Sonny Lightning
Mike Gladue – Wounded Warrior – Pablo Vasconez
Lifetime Journey Award – Marvin C. Littlechild
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