Ta'Kaiya Blaney facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ta'Kaiya Blaney
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Ta'Kaiya Blaney in 2019
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| Nationality | Tla'amin |
| Occupation | Actress, vocalist |
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Notable work
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Kayak to Klemtu (2017), Monkey Beach (2020) |
Ta'Kaiya Blaney, born in 2001, is a talented young person from the Tla A'min Nation, which is a First Nations community in Canada. She is known for many things, including acting, singing, and speaking up for the environment.
Ta'Kaiya is an ambassador for groups like the Native Children's Survival Indigenous Children Fund and the Salish Sea Youth Foundation. She has also given important speeches at United Nations meetings around the world.
Ta'Kaiya's Acting Career
Ta'Kaiya Blaney has starred in several movies. Her role in the 2017 film Kayak to Klemtu was highly praised. For this movie, she won a special award called a Leo Award for Best Lead Performance.
She also appeared in the film Savage and the 2020 movie Monkey Beach. These roles show her skills as an actress.
Music and Awards
Ta'Kaiya is also a gifted singer. She released her very first song and music video, "Shallow Waters," when she was only 10 years old. This was a big step in her music journey.
In 2016, her music video for the song "Earth Revolution" won an award. It was named Best Music Video at the American Indian Film Festival. Her songs often share messages about protecting the Earth.
In 2020, Ta'Kaiya received an Indspire Award. This award celebrates the achievements of Indigenous people in Canada. It shows how much her work is valued.
Speaking Up for the Planet
Beyond her acting and singing, Ta'Kaiya Blaney is a strong voice for the environment. She is an environmental activist who cares deeply about nature. She works to protect the Earth for future generations.
She has spoken at important global meetings, including those held by the United Nations. Her speeches often focus on issues like climate change and protecting Indigenous lands and waters. She inspires many young people to get involved in environmental causes.
See also
In Spanish: Ta'Kaiya Blaney para niños
