Youth Empowerment Workshops
(Sponsored By Department Of Canadian Heritage)
A series of free workshops focused on empowering and equipping the next generation. (WITH FREE SNACKS)
Ages: 15 to 24
- BXUNDLESS: Song Writing & Artistry
- Young Cheetah: Music Production
- Outlandish Visuals: Visual Arts
- Cheyanne Tunti: Start your own Business
- Kathleen Alexis: Career Development
Oct 19// Oct 26// Nov 2
Event Dates
Surrey Central Library
10350 University Dr, Surrey, BC
11:30AM—2:30PM
Event Timings
BXUNDLESS
Paul Ashiru, known as Bxundless, (pronounced - Boundless) is a Canadian artist, songwriter, and producer born in Lagos, Nigeria, and raised in Dublin, Ireland. He studied "Professional Recording Arts" at LaSalle, including "DMP" at Langara College where he took his craft to the next level. Writing and producing became his pinnacle point which drove him into a passion. As an independent artist, he has a handful of discoveries opening stage for Afro-pop artists including Burna Boy, Teni, NSG, Yung Tory and more. The emerging artist gained an increase in fanbase as he also opened for Adekunle Gold on his (Catch me if you can tour) in 2022 at the Commodore Ballroom Vancouver which was one of his most memorable moments.
Cheyanne Tunti
Cheyanne Tunti is a young Black entrepreneur in Metro Vancouver and the owner of Tunti Beauty. Tunti Beauty is your go to spot for a luxurious beauty experience where they offer a variety of services such as brow lamination and tints, lash lifts and tints, lash refills, custom lash sets, and custom braiding services.
Her faith in God and her father’s inspiring journey as a businessman from Ghana have been unfailing sources of hope as she has navigated the world of entrepreneurship. She got her start in the beauty industry over five years ago as a lash technician and began to venture into the world of entrepreneurship. Tunti Beauty prides themself in customizing each service and bringing the feeling of warmth, love, and royalty treatment to each client.
YOUNG CHEETAH
Nathan Ngongo, known as Young Cheetah, is a music producer who started producing as a hobby from the age of 13 and got into sound engineering at the age of 17. Originally from Congo, he’s lived in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Gabon, and Togo before coming to Canada in 2016. He has also spent time in France and the US which helped him become familiar with the musical genres of each region. He has worked with local artists such as Teon Gibbs, Dey, Bxundless, Terrance Richmond, Kayceesfantasy, Maia and more. He has worked with international artists such as Tedashii and Axel Merryl.
OUTLANDISH VISUALS
Stanley is a Vancouver-based creative director and content creator. He is passionate about visual storytelling, meaningful connections and showing everyday things through a different lens. He has studied Interactive Arts and Technology and works in digital marketing. He has worked independently as a content creator with local businesses, event organizers, and talented artists such as Concord Pacific, Blueprint Events, Driftwood Athletics, MarsQuest and more. His love for visual pieces pushes him to continue to seek the extraordinary in the ordinary. His passion for creating clean and unique visuals is constantly evolving as he develops new ways to turn visions into reality.