Addressing the need for a holistic approach to mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.
Iyiniw Education & Training welcomes all people to gain an Indigenous perspective on world issues through our conferences and events.
31ST Annual
Knowing Our Spirits Conference
KOS Conference | November 26-28, 2025
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Early Bird Registration Now Open!
$ 495.00 BEFORE October 24, 2025
$ 525.00 AFTER October 24, 2025 -
WORKSHOPS & SESSIONS
Explore the topics and workshops at this year’s conference.
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Location & Accommodation
Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre
Special Room Rate
Keynote speaker
ANDRE BEAR
ANDRE BEAR is A Plains-Cree educator and advocate of Inherent & Treaty rights. He's a Juris Doctor graduate who also received his Bachelor's of Education with the University of Saskatchewan
At 21 years old André was appointed as a special advisor to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Canada for the implementation of TRC Call to Action 66. He's a former director on the Indigenous Bar Association and was most recently was appointed to the board of the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society.
In 2021, André founded a consulting firm called Indigenous Nation Rebuilding where he now works to revitalize the practice of Indigenous Law-Making.
End Keynote speaker
Chief TONY ALEXIS
Award Winning Business And Community Leadership Coach
Chief Tony Alexis serves as an esteemed leader of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation in Treaty 6 Territory. He fosters a sense of empowerment among family and community members, encouraging them to embrace their own leadership potential. Chief Tony staunchly protects and advocates for the Inherent and Treaty Rights of his community and People. He places immense value on strong leadership and shared responsibility in safeguarding and preserving their rich community, culture, customs, history, and language.