Crystal Lavallee is a producer, storyteller, and the founder of I Am Compelled Collective, a creative initiative dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices and lived experiences across Canada. Her journey into this work began long before discovering her Métis heritage in 2010, which strengthened her lifelong connection to Indigenous communities and culture.

She has produced over 100 Indigenous stories and is the creator and executive producer of Across The Land, a television series exploring oral histories, land, and identity. She is also the creator of First Peoples Voices, weekly stories that aired on 100 Huntley Street.

Since 2008, Crystal has worked with more than 25 First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities, particularly supporting youth through outreach, media and storytelling.

Her work is rooted in relationships, listening, and creating spaces for people to share their stories with dignity and authenticity.

Her favourite things to do are swimming, hiking and riding her bicycle. She enjoys sprinkle donuts from Tim Horton’s and loves exploring new places.

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June 20, 2025

Earlier this year Emily had the opportunity to sit down with Crystal Lavallee, the National Director of I Am Compelled, to talk about the importance and significance of National Indigenous Peoples Day.

September 27, 2021

Join us today for a special interview with Crystal Lavallee, Host and Producer of First Peoples Voices. As an Indigenous woman, Crystal is committed to bringing the Truth regarding Indigenous history to the forefront, so that all Canadians and those living in this land, can walk in Reconciliation. Listen as Crystal shares her heart for the Indigenous community in Canada and her show First Peoples Voices.

June 21, 2019

Crystal Lavallee is founder of the educational charity I Am Compelled, as well as the associate producer of First People’s Voices—an initiative that is devoted to sharing hope-filled testimonies and displaying tangible acts of love to indigenous communities across the land.