Before Columbus
Oki my name is Joseph Little Plume/No Chief and I'm from the Piikani Nation in Southern Alberta. WarKry Wear is the name of my business and is also associated with the 'Warriors n Tipis Est. Before Columbus' Residing in Northern Alberta I've had numerous inquiries about the name WarKry Wear, learning what War Cry means in Cree is Sakaway which many in the public recognize me in t
he Rounddance and my singing. I chose to keep the name in English as there is many different ways to spell Warkry in Cree and therefore kept it Universal for all to recognize. Also the word 'War cry' is spelled 'WarKry' which also makes the name unique and able to stand out which many who have supported with past purchases certainly do. To stand out and bring awareness on our First Nations past, present and promising future. I was thinking one day on a short saying that would really open perspectives about First Nations everywhere on Turtle Island. It started with a t shirt with 'Warriors n Tipis Est. Before Columbus' in Spring of 2017 which wearing it sparked a lot interest over the next couple years. I sat on the idea of having more that t shirts but maybe sweaters and so I had some made Fall 2019 and as soon as I advertised they were immediately purchased with such a positive response to the meaning. I want to thank all those that have supported by purchasing WarKry Wear and wear it proudly, this was just a dream and now I see with my hard work and motivation I see it being successful. I absolutely make NO profit but only wish to bring awareness with First Nations and Non First Nations. What I pay to have products made I what my customers pay.
