Kyle J. Mason – Entrepreneurial Indigenous Leader, Change Maker, and Visionary Builder
Kyle is a dynamic, award-winning Indigenous entrepreneurial leader, consultant, and speaker whose work is rooted in resilience, innovation, and community empowerment. With a deep understanding of the complex relationship between Indigenous Peoples and Canada, Kyle has transformed personal adversity into a powerful force for social change and enterprise.
Raised in Winnipeg’s North End by a single parent and as the son of Indian Residential and Day School Survivors, Kyle experienced firsthand the challenges of poverty, housing insecurity, and systemic barriers. Rather than be defined by these hardships, he used them as fuel to build a career that has empowered thousands and reshaped communities.
Entrepreneurial Impact
Kyle is a serial nonprofit founder and builder. He has launched and scaled multiple organizations from the ground up, often with minimal resources, raising millions in private donations and leading successful capital campaigns. His ventures include:
Thought Leadership & Influence
Elected officials, business, religious, and non-profit leaders have all sought Kyle's guidance. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Kyle has delivered keynote addresses at national conferences, lectured at universities, and been featured in local and national media. His voice is trusted across sectors for its authenticity, clarity, and vision.
Recognition & Awards
Kyle’s leadership has earned him numerous accolades, including:
Community Leadership & Volunteerism
He serves on several boards and committees, including the University of Winnipeg, Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Mennonite University, and Kapabamayak Achaak Healing Forest, St. Stephan's University.
Kyle is a dynamic, award-winning Indigenous entrepreneurial leader, consultant, and speaker whose work is rooted in resilience, innovation, and community empowerment. With a deep understanding of the complex relationship between Indigenous Peoples and Canada, Kyle has transformed personal adversity into a powerful force for social change and enterprise.
Raised in Winnipeg’s North End by a single parent and as the son of Indian Residential and Day School Survivors, Kyle experienced firsthand the challenges of poverty, housing insecurity, and systemic barriers. Rather than be defined by these hardships, he used them as fuel to build a career that has empowered thousands and reshaped communities.
Entrepreneurial Impact
Kyle is a serial nonprofit founder and builder. He has launched and scaled multiple organizations from the ground up, often with minimal resources, raising millions in private donations and leading successful capital campaigns. His ventures include:
- Relaunching the Dryden Food Bank in Dryden, Ontario, transforming it into the largest in the region with expanded programming and a permanent facility.
- Founding the North End Family Centre in Winnipeg, which under his decade of leadership became a cornerstone of community support, serving thousands of families and raising millions in funding.
- Founder of the North End Christmas Toy Drive and Party, an annual event that serves hundreds of meals and distributes up to 600 new toys to children.
- Co-founding the Kapabamayak Achaak Healing Forest, a sacred site place for healing, contemplation, teachings, and ceremony.
- Launching Kyle J. Mason Consulting, a consulting firm that guides organizations across Canada through meaningful Reconciliation journeys with tailored reviews, workshops, and action plans.
Thought Leadership & Influence
Elected officials, business, religious, and non-profit leaders have all sought Kyle's guidance. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Kyle has delivered keynote addresses at national conferences, lectured at universities, and been featured in local and national media. His voice is trusted across sectors for its authenticity, clarity, and vision.
Recognition & Awards
Kyle’s leadership has earned him numerous accolades, including:
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
- CBC Manitoba Future 40 Leader
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers Community Hero Award
- Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference Participant
Community Leadership & Volunteerism
He serves on several boards and committees, including the University of Winnipeg, Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Mennonite University, and Kapabamayak Achaak Healing Forest, St. Stephan's University.
A Select List of Previous Speaking Engagements:
Kyle has guest lectured at:
Select List of Publications and Video Series that have featured Kyle:
Select List of Media Organizations that have featured Kyle:
- Vision Quest Conference
- Broadbent Institute’s Progress Summit
- Brichwood Automotive Group's We Care Day
- Western School Division's Professional Development Day
- Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce’s Toasting Winnipeg
- Association of Fundraising Professional's IDEA Series
- St. Paul's High School (Winnipeg)'s Orange Shirt Day
- Government of Manitoba - Manitoba Prosecution Service's Anti Racism Training
- Government of Canada - Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs' Natural Resources and Environment Branch
- Mennonite Central Committee's Peace Conference
- Public Guardian and Trustee of Manitoba
- Manitoba Band Association
- No Stone Unturned
- One Winnipeg - The Mayor's National Summit on Racial Inclusion
- Providence University College's Missio Dei Conference
Kyle has guest lectured at:
- University of Manitoba
- St. Stephen's University
- Canadian Mennonite University
- Horizon College and Seminary
- Providence University College
- Booth University College
Select List of Publications and Video Series that have featured Kyle:
- SAY Magazine – A North American Indigenous peoples lifestyle magazine
- Leadership Magazine – A North American magazine published by Mennonite Church USA and Canada
- Pov.ology - A video series discussing poverty and theology (Also featuring Shane Claiborne and Tony Campolo)
- Tribal Trails (2) – A nationally syndicated TV Show with a focus on Indigenous Christianity
- Child View Magazine – A Canadian magazine published by World Vision Canada
- Testimony Magazine
- Seven Magazine
Select List of Media Organizations that have featured Kyle:
- APTN National News
- The Globe and Mail
- Winnipeg Free Press
- Winnipeg Sun
- CBC National News
- CBC Manitoba
- CBC Radio One
- CTV National News
- CTV News Winnipeg
- 680 CJOB
- CHVN
- Global News Winnipeg
- City News Winnipeg
- NCI Radio
Kyle J. Mason speaking at an Orange Shirt Day event.
