Your story matters.
Tina Pelletier
Humanitarian. Advocate. Visual storyteller. News junkie. Elders' Helper. Philocalist. Daydreamer.
ABOUT
INDIGENGOUS CREATURE COMMUNICATIONS
Indigenous Creature Communications a 100%-owned communications agency based in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices. With over 20 years of experience, Tina offers customized, impactful communication strategies rooted in cultural integrity, aimed at empowering narratives and fostering understanding within and beyond Indigenous communities.
SERVICES
Indigenous Creature Communications offers a range of services from communications planning, and its execution and documentation.
Media Relations
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Providing issues management and media relations expertise in support of the issues management process and media relations program
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Ensuring consistent messaging and positioning of organizations programs, policies and direction
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Providing management of contentious issues, conducting background research, analysis and environmental scans of emerging issues/trends
Emergency Communications
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Providing support and training in First Nations emergency communications to provide support to the leadership and Emergency Operation Centre in the event of natural disasters, emergencies or other crises.
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For more information, contact the Saskatchewan First Nations Emergency Management or tpelletier@pagc.net or 306-953-7290.
Photography
Photography services for corporate team headshots, event photography, lifestyle photography, weddings, graduation, including:
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Full-day or half-day photo shoots with all necessary equipment
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Professional camera, lens kit, lighting and backdrops for studio on on-location shoots
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Photo editing, colour correction and retouching
Click here to visit my Photography site.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
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Over 20 years of experience in communications, working for non-profit and First Nation institutions and organizations, providing internal and external communications support to Executives, senior management, and staff for advocacy, program and policy support
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Researching and writing on topics and issues related to post-secondary education, health, emergency management, search and rescue, Indigenous policing and justice, First Nations property taxation, peacebuilding and rehabilitation, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Truth and Reconciliation initiatives, intercultural competency, and other areas
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Possess knowledge of First Nations issues, systems and governments, as well as analysis and research skills identifying controversial and politically sensitive issues
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Well-organized, goal-oriented, capable of meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities
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Use of digital photography for publication and as a tool for current social media platforms
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Present
Communications and External Relations Consultant
Indigenous Creature Communications
Prince Albert, SK
July 24-Oct 31, 2022
Executive Director of Communications
Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations
Saskatoon, SK
Nov. 1, 2013-July 22, 2022
Communications - Executive and Sask. First Nations Emergency Management
Prince Albert Grand Council
Prince Albert, SK
April 1, 2013-Sept. 30, 2013
Reporting Officer
United Nations Interagency Rehabilitation
Kathmandu, Nepal
EDUCATION
2013
Royal Roads University
Master of Arts in International and Intercultural Communication
Victoria, BC
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2004
First Nations University of Canada
Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies
Regina, SK
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2003
University of Regina
Bachelor of Journalism
Regina, SK
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Over 25 years of experience in communications, working for non-profit and First Nation institutions and organizations, providing internal and external communications support to Executives, senior management, and staff for advocacy, program and policy support
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Researching and writing on topics and issues related to post-secondary education, health, emergency management, search and rescue, Indigenous policing and justice, First Nations property taxation, peacebuilding and rehabilitation, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Truth and Reconciliation initiatives, intercultural competency, and other areas
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Possess knowledge of First Nations issues, systems and governments, as well as analysis and research skills identifying controversial and politically sensitive issues
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Well-organized, goal-oriented, capable of meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities
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Knowledge, understanding and respect for First Nations customs, protocols, culture, ceremonies, and history
180+ Media Contacts
Media contacts locally, provincially, nationally, and internationally
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paNOW
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Prince Albert Daily Herald
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Missinipi Broadcasting Corporation
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APTN
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Saskatoon Star Phoenix - Post Media
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Eagle Feather News
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CBC-TV, Radio and French
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CTV
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Global
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Rawlco
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thomsonreuters.com
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Vice
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Guardian
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CKOM - Pattison Media
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Globe & Mail
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CPAC
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National Post
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Toronto Star
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Canadian Press
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Indian Country Today
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Associated Press
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Reuters
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New York Times
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Wall Street Journal
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Washington Post
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Bloomberg
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Warner Media
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CNN
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CBS News
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Sky
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BBC
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Al Jazeera
Serving the Nations' Top Leaders and Partners
Get in Touch
306-941-7120
Indigenous Creature Communications
Treaty Territory #4
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