Here's what we offer in store!
Books
We offer a wide range of books written by Indigenous authors, including anthologies, non-fiction, thriller and horror, medicinal knowledge and more. All our books are sourced from Good Minds, an Indigenous bookstore based out of Six Nations, Ontario.
Stickers, Cards & Notebooks
There are tons of stickers, cards and notebooks found in store - all designed and produced by Indigenous artists. Vendors include Morningstar Designs, Luke Swinson Art, Auntie Beading, Shawn Howe and more.
Art Prints & Original Paintings
Kalihwiyo offers a wide range of art prints and original paintings. Our current works range from small to large, muted to vibrant colours and iconic imagery to landscapes, but one thing they each have in common is that they all reflect unique cultural knowledge and expression. Vendors include Morningstar Designs, Luke Swinson Art, Mangeshig, August Swinson, Chief Lady Bird, Caleb Dysart and Denesee Paul.
Coffee
We sell 6 different ground blends from Birch Bark Coffee Co, a Certified First Nations Business based out of Northern Ontario. The founder, Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahbow is Ojibway and a band member of Whitefish River First Nation.
Beadwork & Jewelry
Kalihwiyo hosts more than 10 Indigenous vendors that specialize in handmade beadwork. All pieces are unique and one of a kind, and range from small and casual to large statement pieces. Beadwork is a traditional Indigenous art, with each artist using their own unique style of creating.
Blankets, Textiles & Housewares
We offer the iconic Mini Tipi Reversible Blankets in store, as well as Indigo Arrow linen napkins, pillows and handmade pottery. Blankets are traditionally an item given as a gift or token of gratitude.
Aromatherapy & Soap
Kalihwiyo has a variety of aromatherapy in store, ranging from medicinal room sprays to soaps and essential oils. Each piece is made with one of our four sacred medicines - sage, sweetgrass, cedar and tobacco - and all offer spiritual and physical cleansing properties. Vendors include Mother Earth Essentials and LJ Turtle Aromatherapy.
Crafts & Handmades
Our handmade items include pottery, painted wooden bowls, hand drums and felted and porcelain ornaments. Crafts and handmade items are a traditional form of Indigenous art, and are a way that Indigenous people can both create and financially sustain themselves. You will often find unique handmade items at Indigenous events like Pow Wows and gatherings. Handmade vendors include Kathy Absolon, Mino Ode Beadwork and Keewatin Dreams.
Artwork Supplies
We currently offer Beam Paints, a well-known Indigenous paint supply company featured in Indigo and other large department stores. Products we have in store include individual watercolour paints, themed watercolour paint packs and cedar branch brushes. Beam Paints philosophy is creating natural, plastic-free and ethical paints that are accessible for all.
Clothing & Apparel
We offer a wide range of apparel including toques, ball caps, socks, mittens, t-shirts and more. Specifically for the Indigenous community, we offer ceremonial regalia like ribbon skirts, shirts and pants. Apparel vendors include Aaniin Hello, Josie Val, Sarah Spethmann, Mini Tipi and Morningstar Designs.
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