Producer & Cultural Leader
Authentic Indigenous storytelling. Oscar-worthy cinema. Cultural sovereignty on screen.
Recording artist. Cultural disruptor. Executive music producer for Pow Wow Summer. The fearless voice that refuses to be silenced.
Producer. Entrepreneur. Strategic visionary. Managing $25M+ in revenue while producing Oscar-worthy cinema.
First Two-Spirit initiated into the Pow Wow circle in history. Canadian Two-Spirit Ambassador. Bridging tradition and transformation.
"You don't choose one identity. You honor all of them. That's Two-Spirit. That's strength."
Heyoka Films is a 100% Indigenous-owned production company founded by Massey Whiteknife (Mikisew Cree First Nation), dedicated to authentic storytelling that honors First Nations culture, tradition, and lived experience.
As the first Two-Spirit dancer initiated into the Pow Wow circle in history, Massey brings unparalleled cultural authenticity to every project. With over $25 million in revenue managed across multiple enterprises, Massey combines award-winning entrepreneurship with deep cultural leadership.
Our Mission: Create films that celebrate Indigenous identity, challenge stereotypes, and provide platforms for Indigenous voices to tell their own stories with dignity, accuracy, and creative excellence.
Canadian Two-Spirit Ambassador | Traditional Two-Spirit Ambassador of Turtle Island | First Two-Spirit initiated into Pow Wow circle in history
Member, CRTC Indigenous Committee | Advisor to Government of Canada on Indigenous media policy
North American Indigenous in Music Ambassador | Verified Indigenous Performer | Multi-nominated recording artist (Iceis Rain)
Producer: God's Acre (Best Film + Audience Choice) | Star & Subject: Queen of the Oil Patch (CSA-nominated, APTN) | Featured: Oil Sands Karaoke (Hot Docs, Palm Springs)
Humans of Globe Magazine Cover (Nov 2025) | Visionary Indigenous Leader Shaping Community and Opportunity
Award-winning entrepreneur | $25M+ revenue managed | Founder: Koda-Cree, Heyoka Tech, Mekiwin
Logline: In the summer of 1997, a hip-hop obsessed Cree teen is sent from the city to a remote reserve in Fort Chipewyan. Forced to compete in the community powwow to save his family's legacy, he must bridge the rhythms of urban street dance with the sacred traditions of his ancestors.
Genre: Coming-of-Age Dance Drama
Status: Telefilm Canada & Indigenous Screen Office submissions (March 2026)
Cultural Significance: The first major feature film produced by a Two-Spirit filmmaker, ensuring authentic representation of Indigenous and 2SLGBTQ+ experiences. Shot on location in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, with full Elder consultation and community engagement.
Distribution Strategy: Positioned for Sundance/TIFF 2027 premiere, theatrical qualifying run for Academy Award eligibility, and global streaming distribution through major platforms.
Director: Duane Adler (Step Up, Save the Last Dance)
Writer: Norman Champagne (Mikisew Cree First Nation)
Producer: Massey Whiteknife, Heyoka Films
Executive Music Producer: Iceis Rain
Producer | 2024
Award-winning short film exploring faith, identity, and reconciliation in Indigenous communities.
Best Film Audience ChoiceStar & Subject | Seasons 1-2 | APTN
CSA-nominated reality series following Massey's journey as a Two-Spirit entrepreneur in the oil sands industry.
CSA NominatedSubject | 2019
Documentary featured at Hot Docs, Palm Springs International Film Festival, Vancouver International Documentary Festival, and Florida Documentary Festival.
Festival SelectionWetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada