About Us
Workshops available in person or via Zoom
Lorelei Lyons
2MW is a 
Metis-owned agency specializing in hands-on workshops aimed at increasing awareness of Indigenous culture. Owner Lorelei Lyons, who is of Chippewa/Metis descent on her paternal side and Irish/Scottish on her maternal side, hails from the Swan River Valley in Manitoba. With a background in education and Indigenous knowledge, Lorelei serves as a knowledge carrier for the North Fraser Metis Association, an Elder for Capilano University and the Women and Children’s Hospital, and an Indigenous education coordinator for the AWARE Society. She recently retired from a 30-year tenure in the Indigenous education department of the Burnaby School District.
Providing Indigenous Education Awareness
Lorelei's workshops focus on promoting mindfulness, self-care, team-building, and the importance of positive thinking for overall well-being. Grounded in the teachings of the medicine wheel, her sessions emphasize the connection to mother earth, community, and our inner light.
- Basic Knowledge overview… First nations, Metis and Inuit
- Introduction to the history of Residential school
- Introduction to Truth and Reconciliation
- Introduction to the 7 sacred Teachings
Our Workshops
We offer engaging culturally based workshop to support balance, self-care, mindfulness and community building.
Medicine Wheel workshop
We introduce participants to the medicine wheel and how it can help promote balance in our lives . We work on a wheel of their own while learning about ourselves. We also use the medicine wheel to help guild your journey during your life coach sessions.
Dream Catcher workshop
During this lesson we teach about the importance of positive thoughts and a good nights sleep.
Who will be teaching the workshops?
we are experienced cultural facilitators who are passionate about sharing our knowledge with others. We will be there to guide you every step of the way and answer any questions you have.
These are are most popular workshops however, We have many more workshops available...
more to check out...
Metis Finger weaving
Traditional Drum Making
Traditional Drum Making
In this workshop we teach participants how to finger weave using the Metis technique and the importance of intertwining culture with modern day.
Traditional Drum Making
Traditional Drum Making
Traditional Drum Making
Participants make their own hand drum and stick. This is a full day session with lots of stories, sharing and a meal included!
Traditional food
Traditional Drum Making
Traditional Plant walk
Participants can choose from:
baked bannock, fried bread, moose stew, canning, show to filet a salmon, 3 sister soup
if you have a request please contact us
Traditional Plant walk
Traditional Plant walk
Traditional Plant walk
Join us for a walk in the area, identify medicine plants and their uses.
Medicine Bag
Traditional Plant walk
Medicine Bag
Learn about the 4 sacred medicines while creating
your own personal leather Medicine bag
Metis Jigging
Traditional Plant walk
Medicine Bag
Learn the Traditional Red River Jigg
Its a great workout and lots of fun!
Talking Circle
Talking Circle
Talking Circle
Participants will learn how to use a talking circle to resolve conflict, build community and break down barriers.
Testimonials
Testimonials…
Lorelei has excelled in conducting workshops for our camp programs, demonstrating exceptional skill in
connecting with participants of all ages, from children to teenagers. The workshops feature compelling
and profoundly meaningful activities, providing a delightful and educational experience for both participants and camp leaders. We look forward to collaborating with Lorelei again in the future!
Krystal Brennan (she/her)
Stream of Dreams Murals Society
Lorelei is a kind and gentle soul. Learning from and with her is like being in conversation with a close friend. You don't realize how much you are learning until later. She connects our ancestral knowledge to the present day, weaving together past, present, and future.
Spending time with Lorelei is a gift, and I highly recommend reaching out to her for workshops.
Ashley Edwards Women’s Rep
North Fraser Metis Association
Lorelei has provided the following cultural workshops at BCCW Indigenous Health, Talking Circle teachings, 7 Sacred Teachings, Metis Finger Weaving and Medicine Bags. Each workshop was valuable and significant for learning and healing. Lorelei’s genuine and kind personality greatly influenced her Metis cultural workshop presentations. They were well done and very informative. Lorelei has a natural way in building relationship with participants and an enthusiasm, passion and positive spirit helped make everyone’s time
together both productive, fun, and healing.I would highly recommend Lorelei’s workshops to anyone that is interested in learning or improving
their knowledge of the Indigenous culture.
Thank you so much Lorelei for sharing your knowledge and
the great learning experience.
Jackie Norman
Indigenous Project Manager,
Indigenous Health Program/Health Promotion & Health Literacy
C&W, PHSA
Vancouver, BC
Cell: (604) 862-0406
How much do the workshops cost?
Contact us to learn more.