About

Walter MacDonald White Bear

Cree singer-songwriter, educator, and motivational speaker from the First Nation of Moose Factory, Ontario.

Walter White Bear performing with acoustic guitar in embroidered red regalia

Walter MacDonald White Bear is a Cree singer-songwriter, educator, and motivational speaker originally from the First Nation of Moose Factory, Ontario. Walter has been performing acoustic and flute music for many years. His music is a reflection of his personal journey as a First Nations person in Canada.

Performance highlights include The Edmonton Folk Music Festival, The Chiefs Summit with Tom Jackson, The Dream Speakers Festival, The Mountain Song Native Theater, and the World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education.

Walter has shared his cultural knowledge with various audiences from correctional services to principals, teachers and students. He has been invited to give keynote speeches on a range of topics, including social services, justice, education, wellness and the environment.

Highlights

Stages & circles

Walter facing a packed school gymnasium with students standing arm in arm

Keynotes & assemblies

Schools, universities, conferences, and community gatherings across Canada.

Walter performing flute on a concert stage

Festivals & concert halls

From the Edmonton Folk Festival to the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.

Walter seated by firelight holding a hand drum

Ceremony & story

Traditional teachings, storytelling, and songs shared from the heart.

Connect

I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities

Let's connect.

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