Hailing from Lloydminster SK, Yvonne grew up listening to classic country artists such as Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and George Jones. As her talent and love of music evolved, she eventually began to create her own twist on Country Gospel - a twist that has been very well received.

But is was more than a passion for music that inspired Yvonne to write and perform. From a toxic upbringing, to a life of addiction, to rock bottom and, finally, salvation in a prayer line, Yvonne experienced a life changing miracle and this is what has made her the artist that she is today. The recipient of almost twenty awards in Country Gospel music, Yvonne continues to do what she loves as an established independent artist: create, encourage and share her story.  For the last fifteen years Yvonne has motivated captive audiences at youth rallies, church rallies, jails, shelters and outreach programs. She has persevered with no external financial support; her accomplishments were achieved through a tenacious spirit and  her faith in helping others wherever she can, including extremely remote and isolated indigenous communities throughout Canada's north.

As an artist and creator, Yvonne is continually evolving and learning. Even with numerous awards and international recognition for the seven full-length albums already released, Yvonne knows that her message gets stronger as she pours back all the love and support that she has received throughout the years into every new project that she takes on. And although her music's message breaks all boundaries and cultural borders, Yvonne's heart belongs to our indigenous communities and her hope is to bring some healing to our Home and Native Land.

 Since Yvonne began her journey, she has been the recipient of the following awards: 

*Native American Music Awards: Best Gospel Album (2022) 
*Western Canadian Music Awards: Spiritual Artist of the Year (2021) 
*Saskatchewan Country Music Awards: Nominee, Indigenous Artist of the Year (2021) 
*Saskatchewan Music Awards: Roots Artist of the Year (2021)  
*Indigenous Music Awards: Best Gospel Album (2019) 
*Western Canadian Music Awards: Best Gospel Album (2016) 
*Saskatchewan Music Awards: Best Gospel Album (2015) 
*Aboriginal Peoples Choice: Best Gospel Album (2015)  
*Aboriginal Peoples Choice: Best Gospel Album (2014) 
*Gospel Music Association Covenant Award: aboriginal Song of the Year - “Stay Strong” (2014) 
*Saskatchewan Country Music Association: Aboriginal Artist of the Year (2014) 
*Native American Music Awards: Best Gospel Album (2013) 
*Aboriginal People's Choice Award: Best Original Gospel Album (2013) 
*Aboriginal People's Choice Award: Best Gospel Album (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010)                                                                           *Gospel Music Association Covenant Award: Best Aboriginal Song (2010, 2011) 
*Spirit Wind Records U.S.A Award: Outstanding Contribution to Contribution to Aboriginal Music (2010, 2011, 2012) 
*Native American Music Award Nominee: Best Gospel Album and Female Artist of the Year (2009, 2010) 
*Native American Music Award: Best Inspirational/Gospel Album (2011) 

Other honours include: 

*first female artist to open at the 2010 Native American Music Awards in Niagara Falls, New York 

*performing with Billy Ray Cyrus on the nationally televised Aboriginal Days Celebration in Winnipeg 

*sharing the stage with Tom Jackson, Crystal Shawanda, Julian Austin and Evangelist Kenneth Copeland, to name a few 

Along with three originals charting at the top of the Saskatchewan and National Aboriginal national radio stations, Yvonne has seven albums released to date, with a new single scheduled to release in late spring of 2023: 

*Sorrow Road (2014) 
*Country Christmas (2013) 
*If You See My Saviour (2012) 
*City Of Gold (2011) 
*Tennessee Sky (2010) 
*My Jesus I Love Thee (2009) 
*Turning My Day Around (2008) 
*The Hand Of Jesus (2007) 
*On My Way To Heaven (2006)