marketplace
Stories are the heart of who we are. They guide us, teach us, and remind us of our shared humanity.
The VA Network’s Marketplace is more than a digital store – it’s a bridge between artistry, culture, and purpose. It’s a space where the creations of First Nations and Indigenous artists find a global audience, where every purchase carries a deeper meaning, and where storytelling extends beyond the screen into the tangible world.
Carrying stories, culture, and connection.
The Marketplace is an offering to the artists and communities whose talents, traditions, and stories are shared across The VA Network. It’s a way to give back, to strengthen the threads that hold us together. Profits don’t disappear into a faceless system; they return directly to the artist, the community they come from, or the cause they nominate. This isn’t commerce as usual—it’s reciprocity, a loop of support that nourishes culture and sustains creativity.
Every item within it is more than an object; it’s a thread in a larger web, tying the maker to the buyer, the land to the people, and the past to the future. It’s an act of exchange, a relational space where value flows in all directions, not just toward profit.
The Marketplace showcases the work of talented Native artisans and designers, offering handcrafted, authentic products that reflect the rich cultural traditions and stories of their communities. From woven textiles to intricate carvings, each piece carries the spirit of its maker, rooted in place and tradition. But the Marketplace isn’t just about products—it’s about connection. By facilitating direct support for artists, we empower them to continue their craft while sharing their stories with a wider world.
Every item sold through the Marketplace sends profits directly back to the artist, their community, or a cause they choose to support. This ensures that your purchase has a direct, tangible impact, fostering economic growth, cultural preservation, and creative expression.
This isn’t just shopping – it’s ceremony. It’s choosing to be part of something bigger, a system of care and connection that honors the makers, the stories, and the world they come from.
The Marketplace is a gathering place, a way to bring stories off the screen and into the world, where they continue to spark connection and meaning. Every purchase, every interaction, every donation keeps the cycle turning, ensuring the stories, the land, and the people remain in balance.
Indigenous artists and communities have long been undervalued and underrepresented in global markets. The Marketplace changes that narrative, creating a space where their work is celebrated, their voices are amplified, and their contributions are valued.
By connecting artists with an audience that appreciates not just the product but the story and culture behind it, the Marketplace fosters a deeper understanding and respect for Indigenous traditions. It also provides a critical avenue for preserving those traditions by ensuring artists have the resources they need to continue their work.
This platform empowers communities economically, helping sustain small businesses in both rural and urban areas. At the same time, it contributes to the VA Network’s broader mission by funding storytelling projects, cultural preservation initiatives, and the amplification of Indigenous voices.
Through these stories, we reconnect with the land, our ancestors, and each other.
The Marketplace directly supports the VA Network’s mission to promote cultural preservation, foster global connection, and inspire action. Every purchase helps sustain the network, fund new projects, and provide opportunities for Indigenous artists to thrive.
It’s a space where you can see the impact of your support—whether it’s in the continuation of a centuries-old weaving tradition, the funding of a film that tells a community’s story, or the resources provided to a village school.
The Marketplace also invites audiences to engage with storytelling in a new way—by owning a piece of it. Each item becomes a tangible reminder of the artist’s voice, the land it comes from, and the culture it represents, creating a lasting connection between the buyer and the story.
This is our story, and it’s just beginning. Pull up a seat by the fire, and let’s re-become custodians together.
The VA Network is a living, breathing campfire – a space where the most critical stories of our time are shared without borders or barriers. It’s more than a streaming platform; it’s a movement to reconnect people with what truly matters.
