Stories that move people. Music that brings them together.

Dakota has served as MC and host for many special events, healing gatherings, youth wellness conferences, cultural celebrations and community events. His experience includes Sharing Our Voices to Heal, Voices of the North, the Honouring Their Spirits Conference, the Every Child Matters Conference and the La Ronge Youth Wellness Conference, among many others. He has also emceed multiple events during the historic 250th celebration of Île-à-la-Crosse, where he introduced performers including the C Weed Band. Through his speaking and MC work, Dakota has had the opportunity to introduce or work alongside speakers, leaders, athletes and artists including Ethan Bear, Donny Parenteau, Joey Genereaux, Nolan Malbeuf, Patrick Mitsuing, Willis Janvier of Dene Yati Media, John Langan, Dr. Larry Wilke, Hadlan Magic, Chase Sinclair, Cody Demarais and Dr. Laurie H. Davis, among many others. Dr. Davis is a mentor and entrepreneur who has spent decades working on and off reserves and developed and published more than 1,000 workshops supporting healing, learning, and personal and professional development.

As an announcer, DJ and in arena host, Dakota has worked Indigenous tournaments, minor hockey games, the PAGC Senators Cup and the Jimmy Roberts Memorial Hockey Tournament. He is the in arena host for the Prince Albert Raiders and performs the Canadian National Anthem at Raiders games and special events. He also conducts on ice interviews with Raiders players and at Indigenous hockey tournaments, and has shared in stands hosting shifts with Sarah Tweidt. Dakota hosted a panel with Dwight King, DJ King, Roddy Ross and Keshaun Gervais. He has also worked with Crazy Legs Cal Arcand, a well known Indigenous master of ceremonies, hockey announcer and entertainer.

Dakota brings original songs, storytelling, humour and inspiration to First Nations and Métis communities, schools, festivals, conferences and other events. He performed at the Waskesiu Lakeside Music Festival and provided live entertainment with LJ Tyson ahead of the 2026 Senators Cup player panel. In 2024, he received Male Artist of the Year at the Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards. His song “Moving On” held the number two spot on the National Indigenous Music Countdown, which showcases Indigenous music from across North America and around the world. He was a guest curator for SaskMusic’s First Peoples Creating playlist for National Indigenous History Month and is recording his debut full length studio album.

As co founder of the Prince Albert Youth Hockey League, Dakota helps provide a safe, positive and affordable place for children to play hockey, build confidence and spend time with their peers. More than 60 young players joined the league in its inaugural season. He welcomes children onto the ice even if they have never skated before, so they can share memories and laughs with friends. Through coaching, he has seen the benefits of believing in your ability and encourages children to exceed what they thought possible. Dakota is also developing school and community programs using storytelling, songwriting, poetry, music and public speaking to support confidence, self worth, leadership, healthy relationships, mental wellness and personal growth.

Dakota is the founder of Parallel 53°, an automotive and men’s mental health movement based in Prince Albert. Its name comes from the city’s place along the 53rd parallel and its role as the Gateway to the North. Inspired by his own experience discovering the car scene after buying a 2015 Audi A4 Quattro S-Line, Dakota created Parallel 53° to connect clubs, builds, communities and people who simply enjoy their vehicles. Through meets, cruises, vehicle showcases and collaboration, the movement creates space for men to connect, support one another and make mental wellness part of the conversation. Anyone who is proud of what they drive is welcome.