Wacask 2.0

The Kunitz x Lance Cardinal collaboration continues with the newest collection! Introducing Wacask 2.0, featuring 2 styles: Nâpêw  ᓈᐯᐤ (man) and Iskwêw ᐃᐢᑫᐧᐤ (woman).

This limited edition Wacask ᐊᐧᒐᐢᐠ collection is inspired by the massively successful original Kunitz x Lance Cardinal project, which was inducted into the permanent collection of the Royal Alberta Museum in 2023. Designed in Treaty 6 Territory, by Lance Cardinal and Kunitz Shoes.

Wacask ᐊᐧᒐᐢᐠ is my artist name, meaning muskrat. I hope everyone will see the beauty of our people in this design and join this monumental moment of collaboration, authentic recognition, and reconciliation.
– Lance Cardinal

Head to Toe in KxLC

We’ve also designed and manufactured custom toques and socks to match your new kicks. Receive a free set (a $36 value) with the purchase of any pair of Wacask shoes…while supplies last.

Lance Cardinal is an indigenous artist, performer, and creator living in Edmonton, Alberta. His 30-year journey in the arts has allowed him to work with world class organizations all over Canada, including IKEA Edmonton, Telus World of Science, Royal Alberta Museum, Edmonton Public Library, and the Edmonton Oilers. Most recently, Lance Cardinal was a contestant on CBC’s Best in Miniature.