World Renowned Acclaimed Chef Joseph Shawana is Odawa, part of the Three Fires Confederacy, born and raised in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. His Indigenous heritage paired with his classical French training as combine to create authentic Indigenous cuisine executed with world-class culinary technique that he has showcased all over North America and Europe. Currently Board Chair of the Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations, Chef of ddxc Indigenous Kitchen and a professor at Centennial College, Joseph is committed to furthering culinary education in all communities and providing hands-on experience to Indigenous youth by inviting them to work alongside chefs and learn valuable industry applications for sustained development in the culinary and tourism industry.