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Tanner

“"This course inspired me and motivated me in so many ways and I am so grateful for the knowledge and friendships I’ve gained throughout this course."”

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Cambria

“"I chose self employment because I value having free time and allowing myself to take charge of my schedule. I also find pleasure in being independent and doing big things by myself, on my own timeline. My business allows myself to express my passion and share it with others, it also allows others to have more resources to go to for their spiritual needs. I think there’s a huge need for more indigenous business owners and I’m excited to be one of them."”

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Joseph

“"This program gave me chances to learn how to open and operate a business, learn about herbal medicines and about first Nations cultures, all of which I would have otherwise not had a chance to learn. I was also given the opportunity to receive WHMIS and first aid certification."”

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Emma

““The Wild Craft Foods Program is one of the best programs I have been too. Having that healthy circle of others in the program really helped me want to grow my business idea. When I started I had no idea what I wanted to do or how to do it and now I am getting ready to be a full-time business owner. In addition to the program one of my favorite fieldtrips was making drums with Cynthia. Everything in this program was phenomenal!"”

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Jordyn

“"This program, Wildcraft ran by Mission Community Skill Centre ( MCSC ) was better than I had expected. During this program I think we learnt more then expected, from financial skills, harvesting skills, indigenous skills and how to start a business as an entrepreneur I would like to say thank you to the Wildcraft program as I now am aware of a lot more knowledge then before ( I’m sure we all are !! ). Wildcraft opened a lot of opportunities moving forward, along with knowledge I didn’t have before of some things - including how to make a drum, some financing tips and business ideas. Hearing stories / sharing stories from the instructors was something I also enjoyed as it brought a lot of knowledge and personal experiences to the table to view things in a new perspective. For example Cynthia and her mom shared personal experiences and outlook on residential schools and I was grateful to be apart of that conversation and learn from it. The connections the instructors and some participant were also amazing, how quickly we all “clicked.””

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Saje

“"I always had a dream to be self-employed and create a work environment that was nature and people based. The Wild Craft program has motivated and assisted me in making this dream tangible. I have built deep connections with all of the instructors and participants. The generosity of everyone I've met here is long-lasting. Along with focusing on wild food harvesting and business management, this course facilitates reconnection with Indigenous cultures and practices, this alone is why I would recommend this program to anyone regardless of their future plans. My gratitude for this experience is eternal."”

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Cory C

“"As being in this program I learned a lot of good information as to be an entrepreneur. My favourite day is an extra activity was horseback riding it was a lot of fun. The thing I loved about this program was getting paid while you do the program. This was a real bonus. Not only that... but you get to have 2 wonderful people Jenna and Daina that really make the program more enjoyable. They can be really supportive with your goal. When I entered in this program I realized that education is key to success you see other ideas and perspectives from experienced professionals. This really gives you motives to go the distance on where you want to excel. Find your true potential in this experience. "”