Sohkitehew derives from the Cree language meaning “S/he has a strong, brave heart.”.

The Sohkitehew program is an ongoing mentorship program designed, and led by program participants. This program seeks to reduce the unique barriers for Indigenous founders in the agri-food sector by supporting personal and business growth. FEAD facilitates this program with the topic and speaker requests coming from participants.

The program is run virtually over Zoom and open to food founders across Canada.

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Member Highlight

Meet 3 of the members from our Sohkitehew Circle!

Crystal Kohoko

Koho-Kompany Meat

Located on Pikwakanagan First Nation, Koho-Kompany Meat Product was established in 2021 to help address the issue of food security in her community.

Lindsay Beaulieu

I love microgreens urban farm

Lindsay has not only expanded her business beyond microgreens, she is also a consulting and founding member of the Sohkitehew Circle. We are very thankful for her influence in the program!

Racheal Smith

Bannock Express

Racheal recently received an investment on Dragon’s Den to continue the development of her Bannock into a packaged mix that can be sold at retail.

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Do you have questions about this program? Email Lindsay Toth (Marketing & Membership Coordinator at FEAD) with your questions!