Shine

Shine is 7 years old and lives in Calgary, Alberta. They are from the Tsuut¡¯ina First Nation. Shine loves to play hockey with their cousins ¨C they are there for the fun, plus their skills are getting better and better. After showing us their room, Shine and their mom make pancakes ¨C and a super healthy smoothie! While having their hair braided, Shine explains that keeping your hair long is important for Tsuut¡¯ina people. They also help us understand what it means to be ¡°two-spirit!¡± After taking their weiner dog Beans for a walk, Shine visits with their Grandpa Bruce, who teaches them many stories and songs from their culture. Finally Shine goes four-wheeling with their uncle! Shine¡¯s special word is ¡°s¨©ts¨®gh¨¤¡± which means ¡°my hair¡± in Tsuut¡¯ina.