Stephanie Tenasco

Stephanie Tenasco is a beadwork artist and Algonquin language advocate from Kitigan Zibi who stitches together culture, stories, and a little bit of magic—one tiny bead at a time. Her work honors ancestral traditions while adding a fresh, contemporary twist, creating a playful dialogue between past and present. Passionate about language revitalization, Stephanie teaches, shares, and sparks curiosity across generations, keeping Algonquin words, stories, and laughter alive. Through beadwork and language, she bridges history and today, proving that heritage can be vibrant, accessible, and yes, a lot of fun too.