The Sanctuary

Israel Ekanem

A safe space to speak from the heart.

  1. 5d ago

    TRIBZ - Adult Contemporary Band

    TRIBZ is a genuine melting pot of styles and cultures, shared by 4 members with very diverse and distinct backgrounds in music. wwwtribzmusic.com On Lead Vocals is Juno Award winner for the R&B Canadian hit single "Angel" and adopted ASMIN Metis member Errol Starr Francis. He brings his incredible vocals, stage presence, and love for the Blues, R&B, Motown, and Reggae to TRIBZ. Enjoy the ride as he takes you on a journey through the many emotions and new memories this new music is sure to create! On Guitars is Juno nominee and Six Nations Tuscarora tribe member Earl Johnson. He learned his chops as a teenager touring the world with blues legend King Biscuit Boy and then founded the legendary Canadian rock band Moxy. Sharing the stage with legends AC-DC, Boston, and Black Sabbath, Earl is steeped in the blues with a “take no prisoners” style of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Earl expands on these roots, and delivers this new music with authority. On Drums and percussion is Hamilton native Dave Davidson. His time behind the kit spans a 40+ year career delivering the foundation of Rock, Blues, Motown and Funk both locally and abroad. He has travelled the world with the Keltic Rock band “The American Rogues”, and continues to share his expertise in TRIBZ! On Fretless Bass is Six Nations Mohawk tribe member Donny Hill. Recorded and toured with Juno winner Murray Porter, he played the very first Rez Blues show, and has shared the stage with Big Sugar, Blue Rodeo, and the cast of “RUMBLE. Indians who rocked the world”. His early influences of Texas Blues and Southern Rock are ties that help bind together the new and diverse music that is TRIBZ. Earl Johnson and Don Hill are proud Six Nations tribe members. Errol Starr is an Adopted Member of ASMIN Anishinabek Solutrean Metis Indigenous Nation of Turtle Island Aᓂᔑᓇᐯᒃ Sᐅᓪuᑦᕃᐊᓐ Mᐁᑎᔅ Iᓐᑎᑫᓄuᔅ Nᐊᑎᐅᓐ All Born on Turtle Island Find out more @tribzmusic1

    TRIBZ - Adult Contemporary Band
  2. Jul 10

    Salsa Con Victoria - Salsa Dancer/Instructor

    She grew up in Germany, competed as a figure skater, and now she's teaching Cuban salsa on a small island in Canada. Meet Victoria, the founder of Salsa con Victoria and the woman who's making Cuban dance accessible to everyone. In this episode of The Sanctuary, Victoria opens up about her journey: from the rigorous discipline of competitive figure skating to the joy of reconnecting with her Peruvian roots through salsa. She explains why she started teaching after her Cuban partner refused to, and how she's built a thriving community of dancers, including absolute beginners who never thought they could learn. Victoria also shares the thrill of having Cubans attend her class and give their stamp of approval, proving that her teaching is authentic to the culture. Plus, she breaks down what makes Cuban salsa (Casino) different from other styles: the circular movement, the walking-based footwork, and its rich history in Havana's social clubs. Whether you're a dancer or just curious about Latin culture, this episode will make you want to move. Victoria is a former competitive figure skater now turned salsa dancer & instructor based in Charlottetown, PEI. Exposed to Latin and Cuban music from a young age through her Peruvian father, salsa & Cuban dancing came much later for her, with her salsa journey beginning in 2023. Ever since then, her newfound passion for this dance has inspired her to share the joy of Latin dance & culture across PEI through teaching, performing and organising events! Find out more @salsaconvictoria

    Salsa Con Victoria - Salsa Dancer/Instructor
  3. Jun 23

    Heidi Savell - Polyamory Coach and Therapist

    What does it really mean to love more than one person at a time with everyone's knowledge and consent? How do you build relationships that are intentional instead of default? And what's the difference between a boundary, an agreement, and a rule? In this episode of The Sanctuary, Heidi, a therapist, polyamory coach, and the voice behind Steady Polyamory, shares her personal journey into polyamory, which began in a marriage that wasn't working and evolved into a relationship structure she's maintained for over a decade. She opens up about why she loves polyamory beyond the obvious benefits, including the freedom to let relationships unfold authentically and the joy of cheering on a partner's new connection. Heidi breaks down essential frameworks for healthy relationships: regular check-ins, reducing defensiveness in tough conversations, and the empowering distinction between boundaries (decided within yourself) and agreements (mutually created with buy-in). She also tackles the controversial topic of hierarchy, offering a nuanced take on why pretending it doesn't exist is more harmful than acknowledging it. Whether you're poly-curious, already practising, or just fascinated by the psychology of relationships, this episode offers a masterclass in communication, consent, and intentional love. Heidi is a therapist and polyamory coach. Over the past decade she has helped hundreds of people gain clarity and ease in their non-monogamy journey. She helps her clients navigate anxiety, jealousy, and tricky communication so that they can show up with more confidence and ease in their relationships. You can learn more about Heidi and how to work with her at steadypolyamory.com or find her on Instagram at @steadypolyamory

    Heidi Savell - Polyamory Coach and Therapist
  4. Jun 4

    Jessica Reeves - Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, Axoniq

    Jessica Reeves is CEO and Board Member of Axoniq, where she leads the company's mission to enable enterprises in complex and regulated industries to integrate AI and distributed systems in a controlled, transparent, scalable way. She brings extensive experience scaling open-source technology companies and building profitable, high-growth businesses in the enterprise software sector. Prior to joining Axoniq, Jessica spent over seven years at Anaconda, the leading enterprise-grade Python data science platform, where she served as Chief Operating Officer and interim Chief Revenue Officer. During her tenure, she played an instrumental role in scaling the company to unicorn status, helping drive over $150 million in annual recurring revenue and achieving a $1.5 billion valuation while maintaining profitability, a notable feat in the VC-backed technology landscape. Before Anaconda, Jessica served as Head of Operations at ClearDATA, a venture-backed healthcare technology company, where she built operational infrastructure to support the company's growth. Her career includes additional leadership roles in startup operations, demonstrating a consistent ability to establish scalable systems and processes that enable rapid, sustainable expansion. Jessica's deep understanding of open-source business models, combined with her proven track record in enterprise sales and operations, positions her to guide Axoniq through its next phase of growth as demand for complex AI orchestration capabilities accelerates across U.S. enterprises.

    Jessica Reeves - Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, Axoniq

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