Music is part of the cultural DNA of Indigenous peoples. Present in all community celebrations, it is alive and well today in its traditional form, but also in all contemporary musical styles. Discover our eclectic selection of artists.
Laura Niquay
Laura Niquay is an Atikamekw singer from the community of Wemotaci in Mauricie. Winner of the Félix Award in the categories Indigenous Artist of the Year and Indigenous Album of the Year at the ADISQ gala (2022), her voice and indie-rock style take you on a journey to the sounds of the Atikamekw language.
Elisapie Isaac
Inuk singer from Salluit, Nunavik. For over 20 years, she has been producing original songs in Inuktitut, English, and French. Her latest album features covers of cult songs in Inuktitut.
Maten
An Innu group from the community of Uashat Mak Mani-utenam, near Sept-Îles. Worthy heirs to Florent Vollant, the three artists who make up the group offer lively rhythms steeped in their culture and sung entirely in their language, Innu-Aimun.
Black Bear Singers
A traditional drum group founded in 2000, the Black Bear are mainly composed of Atikamekw, primarily from the Manawan Community. Stars of Pow Wows across the country, the group is a worthy representative of traditional Indigenous music.
Sakay Ottawa
Star of the Atikamekw Nation and principal of Manawan High School, his community, his commitment to young people, and his talent as an artist are equally impressive. His latest album was released in 2024.