Friends Eco-Scarf by Benjamin Chee Chee

Oscardo is a leading souvenir and gift supplier featuring some of Canada’s most iconic Indigenous artwork. Since 1997, Oscardo has been an industry leader, paying royalties to 24 artists for every product sold and consulting the artists during development to ensure a beautiful product that fairly represents and promotes their artwork. Known for carrying quality items featuring top designs, Oscardo’s products are found in Indigenous-owned stores and wholesalers, boutiques, museums, public and private art galleries, National Parks and government organizations in every province across the country. 

Indigenous Ownership: Oscardo is part of the Arctic Beverages family. Arctic Beverages is owned by Athabasca Basin Development, Prince Albert Development Corp and Paskwayak Business Development Corporation, collectively representing 13 First Nations and four northern communities.

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Benjamin Chee Chee

Ojibwe

Benjamin Chee Chee (1944–1977) was a prominent Ojibwe artist from Temagami, Ontario, known for his elegant and minimalist style. He gained national recognition for his "Friends" series, which used fluid, continuous lines to depict Canada geese in motion. Unlike many of his contemporaries who focused on traditional Woodland motifs, Chee Chee embraced a modern aesthetic that emphasized simplicity and grace. His work remains iconic in Canadian art, celebrated for its ability to convey profound emotion and movement through a few masterful strokes.