Drew Hayden Taylor (Canada) is an Ojibway from the Curve Lake First Nations. A journalist, scriptwriter and award-winning playwright, Taylor has worked on more than 17 documentaries exploring Native experience. He is also the author of non-fiction works and a novel for young adults. Taylor presents his Governor General’s Literary Award-nominated Motorcycles & Sweetgrass, a story of magic, family and a mysterious stranger in a sleepy Anishnawbe community.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday October 25, 2011
IFOA Barrie: Aboriginal Authors Festival
- 7:30 PM
- Barrie
- Gryphon Theatre
Cost: $10
An event in celebration of the opening of the Centre for Health and Wellness where Georgian College's Aboriginal Studies Centre will take its new home. Readings and a round table discussion by authors Jospeh Boyden, David Groux, Drew Hayden Taylor and Lee Maracle. Hosted by TVO's Cheryl Jackson.