Creative Fire

12/05/2024

On December 3, Jordan Baptiste had the honour of speaking at the Special Chiefs Assembly, held on the traditional territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation in Ottawa.

Jordan shared the journey of Des Nedhe Group - the economic development arm of Creative Fire’s owners, English River First Nation. Des Nedhe’s story illustrates how Indigenous-led businesses create opportunities, drive innovation and create real benefits for their communities.

At Creative Fire, we are proud to carry this vision forward. As Jordan put it: “By embedding reconciliation into corporate strategies, amplifying Indigenous voices and showcasing Indigenous leadership, Creative Fire helps organizations take real, impactful action toward a more inclusive future.”

10/08/2024

Exciting news from Creative Fire!

We’re thrilled to officially welcome Jordan Baptiste as our Partner & President, marking a new era of growth and opportunity! As an Indigenous leader with a deep commitment to community and sustainable growth, Jordan brings a wealth of experience across sectors. His focus on building strong relationships and driving long-term success aligns perfectly with Creative Fire’s mission.

Under Jordan’s leadership, we’ll expand our reach and form new partnerships—creating more opportunities for our clients in both corporate and Indigenous sectors.

09/30/2024

On September 30, we honour the strength and resilience of the Survivors of the Indian Residential Schools and Day Schools, their families and their communities. We carry in our hearts the children who never returned home, and we remember them not only in grief but in hope for healing.

Our thoughts are especially with our owners, English River First Nation, who in 2023 uncovered 93 unmarked graves near the former Beauval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan. Their loss is a stark reminder of the painful history we continue to confront.

As we mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we invite each of you to reflect on this day with intention. Reconciliation is not just about remembering the past—it’s about how we move forward together and the actions we take to make things right.

07/15/2024

A partnership with purpose 🌟

We’re excited to announce that Creative Fire is partnering with GroupM Canada to create change and opportunities for Indigenous people and businesses!

Our focus will be on increasing Indigenous representation in media and advertising and combining our strengths to deliver impactful results for clients!

05/05/2024

May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People, also known as Red Dress Day. On this day, we honour the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, 2-spirit and gender-diverse people in Canada. Across the country, red dresses are displayed as a symbol of the lives lost.
 
Here’s how you can help make a difference:
•Share this post to help spread awareness among your friends, family and colleagues
•Read “Reclaiming Power and Place”, the final report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
•Educate yourself about the challenges faced by Indigenous communities to become a better ally.

03/08/2024

Creative Fire is proudly women led and Indigenous owned. On , we honour the many roles and contributions of the incredible women in our community and beyond.

Together, we are:
👑 Leaders
🌱 Mentors 
👭 Friends 
👩‍👧 Mothers 
🌟 Daughters
📖 Storytellers 
💕 Nurturers 
🌿 Caretakers 
🎓 Educators 
💡 Innovators 
📢 Advocates 
🏘️ Community builders 
 
Join us in celebrating the women who work every day to make our world brighter, stronger and more inclusive. 

03/04/2024

Ready to meet with clients and partners at PDAC!

11/08/2023

Today, on Indigenous Veterans Day, we recognize and honour the sacrifices of the thousands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans. We want to pay special honour to English River First Nation’s veterans, including Robin Dawatsare, Frank Gunn, Simon Paul, the late Armand Misponas and Preston D’Jonaire, and Kurt Biller for his current service. (Poppy beadwork by Tara Campbell, ERFN)

11/07/2023

Happy International Inuit Day!
ᖁᕕᐊᓱᒋᑦᑎ ᓄᓇᕐᔪᐊᕐᒥᑦ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᐅᑉᓗᖓᓂᑦ!
As we honour International Inuit Day, our team is especially grateful for the opportunities we had this year to learn and experience the culture in Rankin Inlet and Baker Lake.

In May, we were warmly welcomed into the festivities for Baker Lake Hamlet Days. From bum races, to late night square dancing and team events out on the lake we saw firsthand how humour and connection contribute to the resiliency of the Inuit.

11/01/2023

The Creative Fire leadership retreat celebrated Indigenous creativity and innovation in style with our beautiful MINI TIPI Thunderbird bags. The thunderbird represents power, strength and survival and reminds us that when we come together, incredible things happen! 🔥✨ We love showing support for female leadership and lifting each other up. Our retreat was infused with female-led Indigenous businesses, from MINI TIPI to Lodge Soy Candles and event management provided by Virtual Gurus.

10/31/2023

Check out these snapshots from Creative Fire’s spooktacular Halloween celebration!
When we have fun together, we build stronger connections and fuel our collective inspiration and creativity. Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do, and we always make sure that our celebrations are respectful and enjoyable for everyone.
Here's to more smiles, more laughter and more outstanding work at Creative Fire! 🔥👻

10/30/2023

🔥 Igniting Change🔥
As an Indigenous-owned professional services firm, we've been on a journey of growth and prosperity, and it's a story we're proud to share.
“Working with the Government of Canada, across multiple departments, was a big goal for us,” says CEO Leanne Hall. “We knew it would take effort, but we were determined to make it happen.” Read the full story here: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/corporate/stories/indigenous-supplier.html
🌄🌿💼

“The reason my team gets out of bed every morning is because of the positive impact we have on Indigenous communities and their economic prosperity,” says Leanne Hall, CEO at Creative Fire, an Indigenous-owned professional services firm and creative agency.

For Creative Fire, selling its services to the represents a benefit to Canada’s Indigenous community. Most of the firm’s employees and suppliers are Indigenous, and 100% of its net profits are returned to the English River First Nation, which owns the company. This helps advance community priorities and objectives.

Read the whole story and discover more about the company’s significant community impact. ⬇️
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/corporate/stories/indigenous-supplier.html