Owning my identity | Cadmus Delorme | TEDxRegina

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Cadmus introduces us to his culture, his community and life as a member of the Cowessess First Nation living off-reserve. With charm, insight and comedic timing, he warmly invites us in to know his experience and learn from his diverse perspective.
Cadmus Delorme is a 31-year-old Cree and Salteaux male and member of the Cowessess First Nation.
Cadmus enjoys a substance-free lifestyle and thrives on challenges in life. Whether it may be on the golf course, kettle bell weight training classes, recruiting for the First Nations University of Canada, or calling bingo on the reserve, you will see his smile and hear his laughter throughout. Cadmus recently graduated with a Business Administration degree from the FNUC. He is proud to share he is a second-generation alumnus, following his mother, Charlotte Bear.
Cadmus' drive in life is to create more freedom for people, especially First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people. His passion for learning, staying open minded, and pushing the status quo has inspired him to seek a Master's of Business Administration at the University of Regina.
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[@Ela-lm7np]

A great presentation full of humour. I agree wholeheartedly with his final thought. If we treat each other with love, kindness, and understanding with no judgment, the world would be a better place.

[@joannehamel6346]

I saw Chief Delorme on a CBC reportage with Rosemary Barton about the 751 gravesites that had their headstones removed by the Catholic Church in @ 1960. Unfortunately, the comment section was turned off on the CBC site. So, I will comment here instead. I was so impressed by how this Chief speaks. I did, as did another Commentator did below, google his name. I have watched this and again, impressed. My one thought, Chief Delorme, don't go for Governor General, go for Prime Minister. For all of Canada, and for all Indigenous People. We need heart, intelligence and clear thinking that you have. Your voice is a voice the world needs, for that matter. As for Indigenous people, "If you can't see it, you can't be it." It is important to see it. I am inspired by your words. Thank you!

[@kellyfeldcamp5266]

I saw you on TV today and I was so impressed with how you're approaching the terrible revations about Marieval Residential School, that i decided to Google your name. I'm glad I did because it led me to this great Ted Talk that you did. It was wonderful to watch. You represent the people of Cowessess First Nation very well and am certain you are a fine Chief. I know that you're the right man to lead them through these troubled times. Thank you.

[@JasbirSingh-DailyFootyNews]

Great talk and it’s important to imbibe discipline in First Nations youths. It is the key to success. Learn from Singapore and how we pulled a country from the third world to first in one generation

[@blader45bc]

There is hope. Cadmus is a good, wise man.

[@ravenreid9080]

I am a public speaker and i speak on the 60’s Scoop bc I was stolen from my family as a small child. I am also a recording artist, painter, poet and budding author...how can I get on TedX I love the speakers!

[@Dodiwes12]

Hey Cadmus, thanks for sharing. Luv your sense of humor & way of storytelling. You have the gift of gab & happy u share it!! I am sharing this on my pages. Happy Easter!!

[@robindupuis7379]

Cadamus worked at the Bear Claw Casino years back. He was always a respectful young man.

[@HighPlainsRanch]

I really enjoyed your talk. Excellent humour and some great advice!

[@luciedesbiens7459]

Great talk!! Humour, personal stories with something to take away! Thank you!

[@WelcometotheTipi]

brilliant! totally agree about the native humour.

[@CarlaRae35]

Thanks for this share...

[@arzusardarli853]

Great performance Cadmus! Congratulations!

[@eileenmc4746]

**** four stars- tops to him. -universal humanity shines

[@guajiraguantanamera]

Very good Very kind

[@korrieagnes]

Wonderful video...Mii gwech! from the 4th grade Ojibwe class in Ponemah, MN.

[@mikechilds7373]

I really enjoyed this talk. ÷÷÷

[@xiangren7943]

such a good talk!

[@elizabethharvester6111]

Wow, he bounced around a lot. Had some good take aways though!

[@Ela-lm7np]

I agree. I almost had problems following along, but I loved the overall message.

[@Mariposa77755]

hehehehe the joke at the end! Amazing :)

[@Ela-lm7np]

That joke had me in stitches!

[@poopyretahd1857]

woo chief

[@andrearenee7845]

Now it's 2022, and since the human has killed off wildlife's land, rescues are openning up. Maybe human and animal will once again talk to each other...

[@cathymorrison4953]

🤣🧡🇨🇦