Can you believe it’s already nearing the end of 2024? 😅 It feels like the whole year has flown by in the blink of an eye! We've seen Artificial Intelligence (AI) blast into every day life this year. From your Google search to Amazon review summaries, Generative AI is now in the front stage. At OneFeather we're using it to provide 

Our Elections Estimator governance tool uses Indigenous-led AI for Indigenous needs

Other developments include Indigenous-led businesses addressing the

 2.2% representation in Canada’s tech sector

 and making meaningful change. Additionally, 

equity investments for Indigenous communities are increasing, 

We've also had so much happen this year at OneFeather. It's been a credit to our incredible customers (AKA OneFeather champions!) and community, partners and team who’ve supported us in levelling up and expanding our services and products. 

thank you, and we welcome you to jump into the highlights of 2024 together!

This signifies the highest level of security and data protection in the services we provide for our Indigenous community. 

 OneFeather being named one of 114 finalists

selected from 434 nominated organizations in B.C. The Awards celebrate leading impactful and community-contributing organizations across the Island.

 with some exciting things in store which we'll reveal more of in the coming year!

 at 30 team members and counting! And we have an exciting opening that may interest you, 

 the OneFeather staff came together for our annual summit and made 

traditional (moose hide!) drums together.

 It truly was a special gathering and we thank our wonderful hosts Shawn Decaire, traditional drummer and singer, and Métis educator 

 featuring some innovative entrepreneurs in the Indigi-tech space, including Ja'elle Leite -CEO of women-led data service, Ultralogix. Listen to the podcasts below ⬇️

Episode 8: Indigenous AI | James Delorme, VP of Salish Elements

Episode 9: Digital Indigeneity & AI | Lawrence Lewis, Founder of OneFeather

Episode 10: Women-Owned and Knowledge Sharing with Indigenous Data | Ja'elle Leite

 through our referral program and other ways, by signing up to our

 Our customers, AKA OneFeather champions love their gifts! 🪶 

; we made some pretty cool swag bags - and there's still plenty to go round 😉. 

Sponsoring amazing First Nation initiatives 

which fosters economic reconciliation and 

TRICORP: Tribal Resources Investment Corporation

, a lending institution in support of entrepreneurs.

SMS communications for status card applicants.

-which means a majority rating of 9/10 or 10/10 by applicants! We so appreciate the feedback we receive from you. 🗣️

 Managing voting and members' info has become easier than ever

  - Nation administrators, our goal is to always try to make your lives less busy 🐝!

🧡 Super client Kim uses our membership registrar and voting management platform

more digital votes than ever before - up more than 

 for nations and communities across Canada!

Nation Subscription Plans and packaged services

 that are tailored to our Indigenous communities' needs.

 which helps Nation administrators/leaders plan Chief & Council elections within minutes; providing timelines, a strategy and a budget proposal.

The Elections Estimator: fast, easy and free *Gasp* indeed!

Lawrence shares more on the Elections Estimator tool with Exchange magazine

It's been a whirlwind, and we’re so grateful for the incredible support from our community and partners — including 

 🙌🏽 We raise our hands to you for being part of this journey! 

 to be the first to hear about exciting new projects coming in 2025! See you next year, folks.

🎄 Happy Holidays from the OneFeather Team X0 

2024 Playback: A Year in Review

lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Traditional Territory of the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations 

, an Indigenous-led technology company revolutionizing digital solutions for Indigenous communities across Canada, today announced its successful completion of the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type I audit. This achievement demonstrates OneFeather's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security and data protection for Indigenous communities.

In partnership with cyber security platform 

, OneFeather established a comprehensive compliance program that included SOC 2 security framework implementation, policy development, and managed threat detection. This collaboration enhanced OneFeather's security posture through strategic advisement, employee education, and audit preparation.

, a leader in security and compliance attestation for B2B and SaaS companies worldwide, validates that OneFeather manages its data with the highest standard of security and compliance.

"As stewards of Indigenous digital sovereignty, ensuring the highest level of security for our communities' data is paramount," 

said Lawrence Lewis, Founder of OneFeather and member of the We Wai Kai Nation.

   

"This SOC 2 Type I compliance certification reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the digital identity and data of Indigenous peoples while removing barriers to accessing benefits and services."

OneFeather's innovative technology provides digital solutions that streamline access to benefits and services for Indigenous communities and peoples. The company's achievement of SOC 2 Type I compliance verifies that its security controls meet today's complex security and privacy challenges, demonstrating OneFeather's commitment to Indigenous digital sovereignty. Through secure management of digital identities, robust privacy practices, and the facilitation of secure election and voting services, OneFeather continues to strengthen its role as a trusted technology partner—reinforcing the trust that clients and partners place in OneFeather every day.

 is an Indigenous Canadian technology company that develops digital solutions designed to reimagine the digital experience of Indigenous people through innovation and technology. The company's mission is to remove barriers and lower the direct and indirect transactional costs of accessing benefits and entitlements, which have historically marginalized Indigenous peoples. Through its suite of digital solutions, OneFeather is enabling Indigenous communities to embrace digital sovereignty while maintaining the highest standards of security and privacy.

 is a rapidly growing company that manages all aspects of cybersecurity programs for small and medium-sized, cloud-native businesses. Our team acts as an extension of our clients, considering their unique limitations and needs and supporting them with services ranging from security program-as-a-service to privacy management and 24/7 monitoring. Ensuring our client's security and helping drive their business growth are our top priorities. Contact info@kobalt.io to learn more.

 is a registered public accounting firm in the US and Canada, specializing in security and compliance attestation for B2B, SaaS companies worldwide. Their services include SOC 2, PCI, ISO, NIST, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and CSA STAR certifications. For more information, contact info@prescientassurance.com.

Indigenous-Led Technology Leader OneFeather Achieves SOC 2 Type I Compliance

What is your role at OneFeather, and what does a typical day look like?

My role is Client Project Manager, and I often have 1-3 client meetings per day, checking in with team members throughout. Other than that each day looks different!

I originally joined as a member of our Field Staff. I was referred by a family member who is also currently Field Staff. As a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, my family and I were familiar with OneFeather's work and intrigued by the opportunity to travel to voting events.

I really enjoyed attending polling stations in First Nation Communities- it was an opportunity to see parts of Turtle Island that I had never been to before, and it was exciting to see the vote day unfold, and the nations receive their results.

When the Client Project Manager position at OneFeather became available, it was suggested that I apply for it and I'm so grateful that that I did. I enjoy working with our clients for longer periods of time and learning how to support them in their own unique circumstances.

OneFeather is one of the very few companies that I believe chooses not to be extractive in the way they make decisions. OneFeather manages to strike a balance between ensuring a sustainable future while making choices that are guided by Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

How would you describe the team culture at OneFeather?

The entire team that makes up OneFeather aligns on one main vision- we want to use our talents to serve First Nation, Métis and Inuit peoples in their journeys towards self determination. We care deeply about our work and strive to make decisions that will positively impact those we work with and the world at large. We also take care of each other, if someone on the team needs support we all make an effort to provide it whenever possible.

If you could work on any project at OneFeather, what would it be and why?

I'm currently enjoying my work with Elections Services and would like to stay here long-term. I would like to grow my knowledge by working with nations we haven't yet supported.

What are you most excited about in the upcoming year at OneFeather?

I'm looking forward to my one-year anniversary of working here, as well as seeing the team again at our next summit.

Can you share a memorable project you’ve worked on?

Our team is currently supporting MNBC's General Election. I work remotely, so I don't always see what happens in our offices. I've been blown away by the incredible output of the Election Services team in our offices in Victoria. They've managed to create more than 22,000 mail-in ballot packages while juggling all of the other ongoing projects.

Thanks so much for sharing, Melissa! And stay tuned to learn about more of our 🪶 staff members, folks. 

Meet Our Team: Client Project Manager, Melissa Hardy

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