Book this speaker: Dr. Candace Linklater

About This Speaker: Dr. Candace Linklater

Dr. Candace Linklater stands as one of today’s most compelling Indigenous voices. As the founder and CEO of Relentless Indigenous Woman Co., she connects the worlds of education, leadership, and social change. A proud Moose Cree woman, she brings a blend of lived experience and academic excellence to every room she enters. Her work is deeply rooted in the legacy of her grandfather, a historical chief and descendant of a Treaty 9 signatory. This legacy fuels her unwavering commitment to Indigenous sovereignty and transformative education.

Her extensive academic and professional journey laid the foundation for her impactful work. Dr. Candace Linklater earned a PhD in Educational Leadership, where her award-nominated dissertation delivered vital research on creating queer-responsive, land-based leadership in schools for Indigenous 2SLGBTQ+ students. Before her doctoral studies, she built a career on the front lines of community development. She worked as an early childhood educator, an elementary teacher, and an elected official. In her role as Vice Chair of the Moose Cree Education Authority, she tirelessly advocated for a culturally empowered and community-centered education system. This role gave her profound insight into the systems that require transformation.

Today, Dr. Candace Linklater is the driving force behind Relentless Indigenous Woman Co. (RIW Co.), a globally recognized consulting company. Through RIW Co., she offers powerful workshops, keynotes, and decolonial curriculum development. These services provide teams with the tools for Indigenous solidarity and help move beyond performative allyship toward actionable justice.

Her influence extends through her popular podcast, Relentless Indigenous Woman, where she explores education as a form of rebellion. She engages in unfiltered conversations with other leading Indigenous changemakers. This platform, combined with her social media presence of over 750,000 followers, amplifies her message of empowerment. She unpacks colonialism, shares insights on healing, and celebrates Native humor.

What makes Dr. Candace Linklater’s approach so unique is her ability to combine academic rigor with heart, humor, and truth. From her innovative frameworks to her sessions on land-based somatic practices, she offers refreshing alternatives to outdated models. Book Candace Linklater to transform your organization with truth, fire, and a clear, inspiring path toward real and lasting change.

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