Heather O'Watch is a Nakota and Nehiyaw woman from Okanese First Nation, located in Treaty 4 Territory. She lives in Regina, Saskatchewan. Heather is currently pursuing a Masters in Public Policy at the University of Saskatchewan and hopes to continue a career in governance and policy. Heather enjoys spending time with her family, relatives, and five dogs.
Ellie Arscott grew up in a small Ontario town with a lot of pets–birds, cats, rabbits, and dogs! Her illustration debut, Night Walk, was awarded an SCBWI Canada East Crystal Kite. Ellie lives in east end Toronto (Tkaronto) with her family including one pet, Frank the cat.