Author of five books on First Nations, Inuit and Metis

Restaurateur and Author Zig Misiak has written five books on First Nations, Inuit and Metis.  In addition to providing curriculum and related support to schools in Ontario and other parts of Canada, Zig’s mission is to familiarize, coach, present, and mentor all those who share his interest in history. He is very clear stating that he speaks about, but not for, the Native Nations and always takes into account both oral and written information, when available, respecting both sources. Zig will be focusing his presentation on his biography of Harold J. Smith better know as Jay Silverheels,(born Harold Preston Smith, May 26, 1912 – March 5, 1980) was a Mohawk Canadian actor and athlete. He was well known for his role as Tonto, the faithful Indian companion of the Lone Ranger in the long-running American western television series, The Lone Ranger.