Company Description

G’zaagin Art Gallery’s vision is to provide a space for artists to share their creations as well as contribute to the promotion and development of First Nations art and artisans.

Through mentorship by family, community Elders, and friends, Owner/Artist Boshdayosgaykwe was encouraged to keep the values and beliefs of Native traditions and heritage alive through art. Her mission is to empower current and aspiring artists by showcasing a diversity of traditional and contemporary media.

It is a goal of the gallery to heighten public awareness about Native art and provide a venue for everyone to witness the insights, skills, and creativity of Native artists. G’zaagin Art Gallery is not only an exciting place to visit with a wide variety of Native art, but also provides a learning experience for visitors of all backgrounds and cultures.

Our Story:

G'zaagin: A Gallery of Love
As published in Reader's Digest: Our Canada June/July 2012

"I am passionate about Native art, so creating G’zaagin, an art gallery for Native arts and artisans, had been in my thoughts for many years. After experiencing a devastating car accident in 2002, the tragedy allowed me to look at my life from a new perspective. Spending two years in a wheelchair, overcoming critical injuries, frustrations, anger and grief, as well as relearning to walk, I came to a point where I realized I no longer wanted to be a victim. I wanted to make a real contribution with my life. After five years of rehabilitation, I became even more determined to make my mark on the world and live larger than life. I opened G’zaagin, which translates as “I love you” in the Ojibway language, in October 2011.

... I hope to leave a legacy for my children, family and community—a legacy that is filled with love."

by Boshdayosgaykwe (Tracey Pawis)
Owner and Operator, G'zaagin Art Gallery