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ABOUT
Jack Saddleback is a proud Nehiyaw (Cree) Two Spirit / IndigiQueer, trans, gay man from the Samson Cree Nation in Maskwacis, Alberta.
An internationally renowned public speaker, activist, and equity champion, Mr. Saddleback is a staunch advocate for Two Spirit topics, mental health, Indigenous engagement, gender and sexual diversity, equitable policies, and social stewardship.
A media personality and political pundit, Mr. Saddleback has been featured on programs like CBC's The 306, Crave's 1 Queen 5 Queers, CTV's The Social, and
Power & Politics
As the Pride Centre Coordinator, Jack worked alongside his peers to create meaningful policy change for gender identity, gender expression, and Two Spirit identities at the University of Saskatchewan.
The first Transgender and third Aboriginal University of Saskatchewan Students' Union's President.
The very first Trans Pride flag raising in Saskatchewan at Saskatoon City Hall on March 31st, 2014 alongside community members.
Jack has a long history of working with national organizations to bring awareness to Gender and Sexual Diversity issues
Involved in Pride's locally, provincially, nationally, and internationally
Jack has spoken at international conferences, such as the World Pride Human Rights Conference and the ACPA conference, around interesectional identity, Indigenous issues, and more
Speaking up about mental health and mental illness through venues like the Faces of Mental Illness Campaign
Jack has long been involved in creating a better environment for all students by creating policies, events, and general awareness for issues like Indigenous engagement, gender and sexual diversity, social justice, feminism, and more
Jack speaks to youth from all walks of life to encourage them to speak up and speak out about the need for change
