Minwashin

Heart of Birch, created by Innu artist Carole Bérubé-Therrien, celebrates the Anicinabe territory and collective memory. The artwork evokes unfolding bark, revealing an identity shaped by time, roots, and stories passed down through generations.

Made of curved aluminum, the sculpture takes the form of a spiral that encourages viewers to move around it. Inside, an engraved and copper-painted frieze illustrates the cycle of life, from birth to old age, drawing inspiration from Indigenous photographs and archival materials.

The exterior of the spiral features perforated patterns representing flora and fauna. These openings reveal the copper tones within and create layers of contrast and transparency. The public is invited to come closer, observe the details, and immerse themselves in the symbolic language of the work.

Réflecteur supported the artist throughout every stage, from concept to installation, bringing to life a striking and immersive piece that connects past, present, and future in one continuous movement.

Réflecteur handled the fabrication and installation of the indoor artwork I See, created by artist Fabienne Théoret-Jerome and integrated into a library wall within a CEGEP. Designed to engage with a place of knowledge and reflection, the piece naturally becomes part of the users’ everyday experience.

Composed of printed and laminated canvas, the installation spans the entire wall surface using a system of black-painted aluminum moldings. This allows for precise tensioning of the canvases and ensures strong visual continuity. The result is an enveloping presence, both rhythmic and immersive.

Through a series of illustrated gazes, the artist explores how our perception of the world evolves over time. Eyes observe life from childhood to adulthood, while time flows and stars streak across the sky. The artwork invites viewers to slow down, observe, and reflect on how we see, grow, and exist.

Réflecteur is proud to have contributed to the spatial integration of this sensitive work, respecting both the artistic intent and the architecture of the space.

Réflecteur collaborated on the production and installation of four outdoor artworks presented at Obadjiwan–Fort-Témiscamingue, a site rich in history and memory for the Anishinaabeg.

The visuals were printed on adhesive film and applied to aluminum panels designed to withstand outdoor conditions. The works were then installed directly onto trees using wooden spacers and stainless steel straps, with rubber protectors ensuring the preservation of the bark and respect for the natural environment. Every technical detail was carefully considered to balance durability, stability, and environmental protection.

Located in a place often associated with trade and economic development in Témiscamingue, these artworks primarily highlight the millennia-old importance of the territory for the Anishinaabeg. A space of gathering, exchange, knowledge transmission, and ceremony, this site remains vibrant and deeply tied to identity.

Through its technical expertise, Réflecteur is proud to help showcase a strong, living Indigenous presence rooted in the land.

Réflecteur produced two artworks printed on adhesive film and mounted on circular aluminum panels, designed for long-term integration within their environment in the community of Senneterre.

This work pays tribute to the stories shared by the people of Senneterre and the nations that gather there. Surrounded by hands symbolizing unity and community solidarity, the central scene depicts a family facing the dawn, looking toward the future that unfolds before them. The baby, placed in a tikinagan and facing the viewer, reminds us that every action taken today carries meaning for future generations.

The second part of the artwork is installed at Chalet Shabogamak, expanding the dialogue between the two identity dimensions of the territory, urban life and life in the forest. Together, the two pieces celebrate family, transmission, and the collective strength that allows a community to learn, grow, and endure.

Through its technical support, Réflecteur is proud to contribute to showcasing stories of identity, pride, and continuity.

Réflecteur is proud to have contributed to the creation of Kigos (Sacred Fish), an artwork by Anicinabe artist Frank Polson, installed in Aiguebelle National Park. Created in collaboration with the organization Minwashin, this piece highlights the importance of fish in Anicinabe culture and the deep connection between communities and their territory.

Fish is one of the major symbols of Anicinabe culture. For generations, it has nourished families, brought people together during summer gatherings, and connected individuals to nitakinan—a sacred territory imbued with memory, identity, and spirituality. Through this artwork, the artist pays tribute to this ancestral symbol, reminding us of the interdependence between living beings, water, nature, and the knowledge passed down from generation to generation.

A symbol of a lasting relationship with the rivers and lakes of the territory, the fish also represents the essential balance that connects communities to their environment. Beyond its role as a source of nourishment, it embodies a core value of Anicinabe culture: the transmission of teachings, respect, and responsibility. Those who carry forward this knowledge play a vital role as guardians of peace, helping sustain harmony within the community and with the natural world.

Crafted from aluminum and 1-inch PVC, the artwork stands out through its vibrant colors, which capture attention and celebrate the richness of Anicinabe culture. Supported by painted aluminum posts, it measures 72 inches in width by 59 ¾ inches in height, creating a striking presence within the park’s natural landscape. Its colorful and accessible aesthetic invites visitors to reflect on the symbol of the fish as a reminder of the sacred relationship between Indigenous peoples and their territory.

With expertise and sensitivity, the Réflecteur team supported the Minwashin organization in the fabrication of this meaningful artwork, helping bring to life a project that showcases Anicinabek cultural heritage and teachings at the heart of an exceptional natural environment.

Réflecteur is proud to have contributed to the creation of Nina8it (All of Us), an artwork by Anicinabe artist Éliane Kistabish, installed at Maison Dumulon. Created in 2025, this piece evokes the enduring presence of the Anicinabek on the territory and offers a profound tribute to women who carry life, language, culture, and collective memory.