Outside Looking In

05/13/2026

🚨2 days to go!!! 🚨

The 19th Annual Showcase is almost here. On May 15, the Bluma Appel Theatre will come alive with an unforgettable evening celebrating Indigenous youth, dance, and storytelling from across Canada. 🙌

This is your final chance to be in the room for a powerful, one-night-only performance that brings together community, culture, and creativity on one stage!

🎟️ Final tickets available, don’t miss out!
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000647303B5677A

05/08/2026

1 WEEK TO GO ⏳

The stage is almost set for the 19th Annual Showcase at the Bluma Appel Theatre!

In just 1 week, over 115 Indigenous performers will take the stage for a powerful night of dance, storytelling, and cultural celebration.

If you’ve been thinking about getting tickets, now is the time, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now before they’re gone:
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000647303B5677A

04/24/2026

The countdown is on 🔥

Behind the scenes, weeks of preparation are coming together for one incredible night, filled with movement, music, and powerful storytelling led by Indigenous youth from across the country.

This year’s showcase will feature special performances by Rebecca Strong, Nucky JMC, and Gabriel Ayala, making it a night you won’t want to miss.

This is more than a performance, it’s an experience you’ll truly feel!

A special thank you to RBC for their generous support in helping make this unforgettable evening possible.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now before they’re gone!
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000647303B5677A

04/14/2026

Mark your calendars 📅

The 19th Annual Showcase is coming to the Bluma Appel Theatre on May 15.

Experience the power of Indigenous youth taking the stage in a one-night-only performance you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ Get your tickets now:
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000647303B5677A

03/26/2026

🎉 We’re Back! 🎉
Don’t miss our 19th Annual Showcase on May 15th, 2026 at the Bluma Appel Theatre!

✨ Tickets are ON SALE NOW! ✨

Grab yours before they’re gone: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000647303B5677A

Experience an unforgettable celebration of Indigenous youth, culture, and talent. 💃🕺

03/17/2026

Last week was huge for our Indigenous Youth participants at Discovery Week! 🌟

They explored technology, AI, networking, and a range of professional development opportunities, building skills and confidence for the future. 🚀 💻 Beyond the workshops, participants connected with incredible mentors, explored career paths, and gained hands-on experiences that go far beyond the classroom.

A huge thank you to Sun Life Canada, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, IBM and Kyndryl for making this week possible and supporting these emerging Indigenous professionals! 🌄🧡

Check out the press release here: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/outside-looking-in-oli-and-sun-life-mark-third-annual-discovery-week-as-oli-s-professional-studies-program-reaches-38-graduates-and-27-paid-internships-859108547.html

03/06/2026

We’re so excited to be back for our 3rd Indigenous Young Professionals Annual Discovery Week in partnership with Sun Life Canada ✨

Next week, emerging, young Indigenous professionals from across the country will be joining us in Toronto for our annual week of career exploration: Discovery Week 🏙️

It’s going to be an inspiring week filled with learning, mentorship, connection, and new opportunities 🚀

We can’t wait to welcome this incredible group and see all that they accomplish! Stay tuned for highlights throughout the week! 💛🔥

11/26/2025

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Outside Looking In is Empowering Indigenous Youth Today, to Create Their Own Tomorrow. A national Canadian charity, working with First Nation, Metis, and Inuit youth in Indigenous communities across the country.

11/06/2025

🎭 We’re so grateful to the Ontario Arts Council - Conseil des arts de l'Ontario for their incredible support of us at Outside Looking In ✨

Their commitment to empowering artists and uplifting Indigenous voices helps us continue celebrating self-expression for Indigenous youth through the power of dance and storytelling. 💫

With their support, we’re creating spaces where culture, creativity, and community come together, inspiring connection, pride, and change. ❤️

Thank you, Ontario Arts Council, for believing in the power of Indigenous youth and the arts. 🙏

10/30/2025

Become a mentor with OLI and empower Indigenous youth to aim high! 🌟 Be paired with a high school student and help them build confidence, overcome barriers, and reach their full potential.

⏱ Commit just 2–3 virtual hours/month (Dec 2025–June 2026)

Mentorship is a two-way journey 🔄 — share your experience, gain fresh perspectives, and make a lasting impact 💛

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