False Identities: Unmasking Pretendians in the Workplace

📘 False Identities: Unmasking Pretendians in the Workplace

By Jason Carter | Bear Standing Tall Digital | Indigenous-Owned & Led

Description:

In a time when corporate Canada is striving for meaningful reconciliation, the issue of “Pretendians”—individuals falsely claiming Indigenous identity—has emerged as a serious challenge to workplace equity and authenticity. False Identities: Unmasking Pretendians in the Workplace is a groundbreaking eBook that explores the legal, ethical, and psychological consequences of identity fraud in professional environments.

Written by Nehiyaw First Nations cultural educator and corporate trainer Jason Carter, this resource provides a critical lens on how false claims of Indigeneity harm genuine Indigenous communities, disrupt hiring equity, and jeopardize corporate inclusion efforts.

Inside, you'll discover:

• 🔍 What defines a “Pretendian” and why it matters
• ⚖️ Legal and human rights implications for employers
• 🧠 Mental health impacts on authentic Indigenous professionals
• 📊 High-profile case studies and social media exposures
• 🛠️ Workplace policy recommendations and HR best practices
• 📚 Educational tools to support genuine Indigenous inclusion
• 💬 The distinction between cultural appropriation and identity fraud

Who Should Read This:

• HR leaders and DEI professionals
• Corporate executives committed to TRC’s Call to Action 92
• Public sector and nonprofit managers
• Hiring committees and policy developers
• Allies working toward truth and economic reconciliation

✅ Why It Matters:



This essential guide empowers businesses to navigate the complexities of Indigenous identity verification with cultural intelligence and legal care. It’s not just about policy—it’s about protecting Indigenous voices, fostering authentic inclusion, and building a workplace rooted in truth, trust, and respect.

🌐 Available now from Bear Standing Tall Digital — proudly Indigenous, woman-led, and committed to corporate reconciliation.

For licensing, custom training bundles, or bulk access:

📧 www.bearstandingtall.com