“Cody is a natural storyteller who interweaves his teachings with so much love, kindness, honesty and vulnerability that even though the topics are challenging, even though some of the truth can be uncomfortable, he ensures that you feel welcomed, that you feel called in, that you are encouraged to join the fight to help make things better. Vulnerability is Cody's superpower. You cannot listen to him without being moved.” - Lindsey Barr, Founder, World-Changing Kids

“No matter what students are going through they can find themselves in the stories Cody shares.” - Indigenous Graduation Coach - Indigenous Education Learning Team, OCDSB

“Cody Coyote's presentation was inspiring and deeply moving, and reinforced for me how important it is for children and youth to have access to musical and artistic experiences. Cody was warm and engaging, and provided the participants of our virtual workshop with a safe space to consider their own past experiences. Through sharing his personal stories and his music, Cody conveyed important messages that I hope all students and educators will have the opportunity to hear. Thank you, Cody!” - Sharon Tikiryan, Youth4Music Program Manager, Coalition for Music Education in Canada

“Your caring nature made it very easy for students to relate and open up to you. It was wonderful hearing all the questions and admiration they have for you. The conversations you led were brave, well informed and important. ” - Lisa Prinn, Manager Education & Activation, Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund

“You are a talented artist and a caring person who advocates for youth in and from the child welfare system.” - Cathy Murphy, Executive Director of Child and Youth Permanency Council of Canada

“The local middle and high school as well as youth detention center would greatly benefit from a presentation from Cody. The government should send him to visit all communities in Nunavut as I know they would love it and he is a positive role model and an example of hope and perseverance.” - Sharon Nowlan, PSAC-Nunavut Employees Union

“We have brought Cody into our school on numerous occasions. Cody's powerful message about his personal struggles and the challenges that our society faces is educational and an inspiration to all students, Indigenous and non-Indigenous. ” - Nyles Varughese, EPSB

“It was excellent. I think the students truly connected with you and related to your experiences. It was helpful to see themselves in you. It was also very important that a student in my class felt heard and seen and supported for who he is, with his beautiful long hair. It was also equally important for all students to work on becoming leaders and raising awareness about Indigenous cultures and traditions. Lastly, it was a real pleasure to hear you sing and learn first hand how you coped with bullying in a positive way. Thank you for teaching us some Ojibwe words. Miigwech. Baamaappi!” - Grade 3 Teacher, OCDSB

“Cody has a unique way of engaging students almost instantly. He reminds us that there is power in being authentic and in owning our past experience. He is an incredibly rich speaker, and my students left feeling understood, valued and empowered. Thank you Cody!” - Melanie Wallace, OCDSB

“You really connect with kids, and they identify with you. ” - Ranya Menicucci, OCDSB