National Aboriginal Day Celebrations: June 20-21
On June 21, to coincide with the summer solstice, people across Canada will celebrate National Aboriginal Day - a special day to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.With National Aboriginal Day 2015 falling on Father’s Day weekend, the National Aboriginal Day committee will present the National Aboriginal Day Men’s Recognition Award, recognizing men for honouring and demonstrating the teachings of the Seven Grandfathers: wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth.All National Aboriginal Day events will be held at Animkii Wichu - Thunder Mountain at Fort William First Nation beginning with live music on Saturday and ending with closing ceremonies on Sunday.This year’s event includes:Saturday, June 20Entertainment – noon to 10 pmGravel Road BandJC Wilkinson BandTiina FlankVisual Past – Alex RangerShabastik – (and Sunday Feast)Jamie Labrador (and Sunday Feast)Ira JohnsonDevon MeekisChris TalaricoClaudia LockmanCassidy HoustonNatasha Fisher / Hanna FisherSunday, June 21Powwow, entertainment, vendors, crafters and feast6 am Sunrise Ceremony11 am Opening Ceremonies12 pm Grand Entry/Powwow5 pm Feast/Entertainment7 pm Giveaways8 pm Closing CeremoniesFor more information visit nadtbay.ca