Turning ideas into inspired designs with cutting edge creatives.

Welcome to indigi-graphics, a graphic design social enterprise.

We are a woman-owned team of communicators, creative / graphic designers and management experts in a company that is Indigenous-led and ignited by Indigenous thought and culture. Among our owners, we have over 50 years experience in successfully delivering creative materials, collaterals and campaigns that count.

We are grounded in Indigenous culture and guided by our team of Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and collaborators– including First Nations, Metis and Inuit women.

There is nothing ordinary about us. We are business-focused but we are also change-makers. Whether we take on a small project or a full-fledged campaign, our work is meant to inspire and heighten awareness. We have led award-winning national, provincial and regional projects right across Turtle Island that are not only noteworthy and motivating but have made a genuine difference in changing lives.

And that, to us, is what sets us apart.

Our ethos is simple: to provide exceptional outcomes for our clients, cultivate long-term relationships and make a positive impact on our communities, helping to create a more sustainable and equitable future for Indigenous communities and families.

Part of our profits are invested in three social projects to elevate opportunities for Indigenous women, girls, Two-spirit and transgender peoples.

  • Currently, we are undertaking a signature internship/mentorship program for an Indigenous student pursuing a career in graphic design.

  • A portion of our profits is also dedicated to a scholarship to enable an Indigenous student to attend a graphic design program.

  • Indigi-graphics will also donate in-kind resources to small grassroots-based Indigenous organizations who require graphics support.

We are seasoned communicators with diverse backgrounds that include human rights, C-Suite management, savvy creative design expertise and award-winning communications – with regional, national and international reach.

We have worked with sectors that include:

Not for profits

Corporate

Indigenous focused organizations

Health and mental health

Trades & industry

Politics

Government
(regional, provincial & federal)

Our team embodies a rich tapestry of expertise, blending the intricate threads of creativity, marketing acumen, and profound indigenous wisdom. Each member brings a depth of knowledge honed through years of dedicated practice in their respective fields. From crafting innovative campaigns to fostering authentic connections with diverse communities, our collective strength lies in our ability to harmonize different perspectives and approaches. With a deep respect for indigenous traditions and a commitment to inclusive storytelling, we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of business and culture with integrity and ingenuity. Together, we weave a narrative that resonates, transcending boundaries and delivering meaningful creatives.

Meet the Team


  • Director corporate and community relations

    Lynn has over 35 years experience in a combination of areas including business, policy and law, human rights and not for profit advocacy at the national and international levels. She has been involved in developing start-up businesses including retail, café/restaurant operations, events centres, a hotel concept as well as major projects and advocacy campaigns for not-for profit organizations including social businesses. Lynn’s work at the international level notably in the Americas brings unique and valuable experience building relationships and collaboration across borders.


  • Director client relations and marketing

    Joan has over 25 years experience as an expert communication, marketing and public relations strategist in areas that include the corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors. She has developed and implemented significant corporate communications strategies and has been extensively involved in navigating through complex national and regional portfolios and campaigns. Joan’s work with not-for-profit and corporate sectors is expansive, strategic and results-oriented, focusing on profile-building, heightening public awareness and successfully achieving or advancing her clients’ strategic goals and business objectives.


  • Director creative

    With over 15 years of experience, Kyla is not only a creative director and graphic designer; she is a visionary storyteller shaping the narrative of community advocacy and organizational/government initiatives. From spearheading groundbreaking national advocacy campaigns to crafting the visual identity of the nation's only indigenous women's editorial magazine, her work resonates with authenticity and impact. Beyond advocacy campaigns, Kyla has left her mark on numerous commercial brandings across diverse industries, consistently delivering impactful design solutions.

Meet our Knowledge Keepers

  • Alma Brooks is a Maliseet grandmother and elder from the St. Mary’s First Nation in New Brunswick. She was an elected Band Councillor before moving on to focus on the Maliseet Grand Council and the Wabanaki Confederacy, both traditional decision-making structures. Alma is a founder of two Indigenous led resiliency healing lodges – one in Quebec and the other in New Brunswick. “Our healing is wrapped up with healing of the earth,” she says.

  • Mi'kmaw from Glooscap First Nation, Elder Lorraine Whitman is one of 14 siblings to the late Chief Joseph and Elder Doris (Brooks) Peters. Her career has spanned health care, politics and advocacy. Early in her career, Elder Whitman worked for 23 years as a social development officer for Glooscap First Nation. Turning to politics, Elder Whitman served Glooscap as an elected councillor from 1997 to 2012 and sat on the Board of Directors of the Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq for more than 15 years. She also served on the Tripartite Forum Health Committee and was on the Annapolis Valley School Board from 2000 to 2003. As an entrepreneur, she developed the Seven Sacred Teachings Coffee with Just Us! Coffee; of which a portion of the proceeds go towards Indigenous initiatives. In 2017, Elder Whitman was elected President of the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association and then President of the Native Women's Association of Canada from 2019 to 2022. Elder Whitman was recognized with the Nova Scotia Volunteer Award in 2019 and Grand Chief Marshall Elders Award in 2020. In 2022, Elder Whitman was both a recipient of an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from Acadia University and the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Platinum Medal.

  • Karon Shmon, is a Red River Metis and a Saskatoon-based educator. She has been the director of Metis culture and heritage at the Gabriel Dumont Institute for many years. “For over three decades, she has been involved in the cultural and education community in her province. “As a lifelong educator, I believe the first step to reconciliation is helping citizens come to grips with Canada’s true history,” says Karon.

  • Mel is a Two-Spirit Mi’kmaw person from Winnipeg with roots in Miawpukek First Nation, Newfoundland. They are a parent of three children and a student at the University of Winnipeg pursuing a degree in Business Administration Economics and Finance with a minor in Indigenous Studies. They are the treasurer of The Indigenous Family Centre in the North End of Winnipeg and a board member for the International Parent Advocacy Network (IPAN). They are also a volunteer with Fearless R2W to support parents in the North End advocating for themselves within colonial systems. Mel is a survivor of violence who wishes to help Indigenous women and gender-diverse people recognize the courage they have within themselves. Mel lives in Winnipeg while also maintaining a traditional connection to the land outside the city.

Meet our Collaborators

  • Content Creator

    Gloria Galloway is a writer and communications expert who worked as a national news reporter and editor for three decades. She spent 20 years at The Globe and Mail where she wrote about Indigenous issues, politics, and a wide range of other subjects.

    In 2019, Gloria started her own writing and communications business, serving diverse clients including the Native Women’s Association of Canada, lawyers, private businesses, and environmental groups.

    Prior to joining the Globe as Deputy National Editor in 2000, she worked the National Post, the Canadian Press, the Hamilton Spectator, the Windsor Star, and a number of small newspapers.

  • Graphic Designer

    With over six years of experience as a graphic designer and a foundation in fine arts, Karyna specializes in crafting compelling visual identities, logos, and designs for a range of platforms including magazines, social media, and infographics. She brings a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of design principles to every project. Additionally, her background as an art director enables her to oversee the entire process of a photoshoot, from conceptualization to post-production, ensuring a seamless and impactful end result.

  • Graphic Designer

    With over 7 years of dedicated experience in graphic design, Anastasia honed her skills and established a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results. She specializes in crafting captivating visual identities, logos, social media posts, infographics, layouts, and illustrations. Her mission is to surpass expectations by creating high-end, modern designs that propel campaigns to new heights of success.