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# The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund

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- [Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Marks 10 Years of Secret Path with Music, Education, and ReconciliACTION Throughout Canada](https://downiewenjack.ca/sp10-press-release/) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is proud to announce an expanded partnership with Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC). Building on our existing relationship, CTC will now support Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund (The Blanket Fund), a national initiative that empowers Indigenous and Indigenous-led cultural, artistic, and educational projects and organizations.
- [Tanya Tagaq, Aysanabee and More Indigenous Artists Cover Gord Downie's 'Secret Path' For Its 10th Anniversary | Billboard Canada](https://ca.billboard.com/music/music-news/gord-downie-secret-path#new_tab) - Through the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack fund, Canadian artists have joined together to extend the legacy of Gord Downie's Secret Path.
- [Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Marks 10 Years of Secret Path with Music, Education, and ReconciliACTION | EIN Presswire](https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/949333698/gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund-marks-10-years-of-secret-path-with-music-education-and-reconciliaction#new_tab) - Ten years after Gord Downie’s Secret Path brought Chanie Wenjack's story to Canada, DWF is celebrating with music, education and opportunities to “Do Something”
- [There's a Suite Tribute to Gord Downie being Painted in Crochrane | Timmins Today](https://www.timminstoday.com/local-news/theres-a-suite-tribute-to-gord-downie-being-painted-in-cochrane-12869437#new_tab) - Its murals, painted by local artist Kat Roy, depict Downie and The Tragically Hip performing, alongside imagery connected to Secret Path
- [3 songs from London Morning to boost your weekend playlist | CBC News](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/3-songs-from-london-morning-to-boost-your-weekend-playlist-9.7366982#new_tab) - Drives The Common Man's take on Swing Set is stripped down to just guitar and vocals, making for a relaxing, but pensive listen. 🎵
- [Stories That Move Us Forward: The Path to Truth and Reconciliation | CREA](https://www.crea.ca/cafe/stories-that-move-us-forward-the-path-to-truth-and-reconciliation/?category=53773#new_tab) - On this episode of REAL TIME, Mike Downie, Sue Heddle, and Michael Linklater each bring their own journeys and perspectives to the conversation.
- [Tim Hortons® Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign raised $979,000 for Indigenous organizations across Canada | Newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/tim-hortons-r-orange-sprinkle-donut-campaign-raised-979-000-for-indigenous-organizations-across-canada-811496709.html#new_tab) - Tim Hortons and its restaurant owners across Canada raised $979,000 for Indigenous organizations through the sixth annual Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign.
- [Tim Hortons® Orange Sprinkle Donut returns today with 100% of proceeds supporting Indigenous organizations | Newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/tim-hortons-r-orange-sprinkle-donut-returns-today-with-100-of-proceeds-supporting-indigenous-organizations-822171457.html#new_tab) - Today, the Tim Hortons Orange Sprinkle Donut is back across Canada – raising funds in support of Indigenous organizations, with 100% of proceeds donated to the Orange Shirt Society, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, Ulnooweg Education Centre, and in Quebec, the New Pathways Foundation.
- [National charity CEO reminds that efforts for reconciliation can happen year-round | CHCH](https://www.chch.com/chch-news/national-charity-ceo-reminds-that-efforts-for-reconciliation-can-happen-year-round/#new_tab) - Sarah Midanik, the CEO and president of the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund, says as Canadians reflect on the impacts of residential schools, she hopes that leads them to what she calls “reconciliation.”
- [10 Years of Secret Path: Remembering Chanie Wenjack’s Story | The JUNO Awards](https://junoawards.ca/blog/10-years-of-secret-path-remembering-chanie-wenjacks-story/#new_tab) - Over the decade since its release, Secret Path has continued to bring Chanie’s story into conversations about residential schools, their lasting impacts and reconciliation.
- [Radio stations across the country broadcasting special programming for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | CTV News](https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/article/turn-up-the-dial-radio-stations-across-the-country-broadcasting-special-programming-for-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/#new_tab) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) partnered with the Canadian radio stations that span different markets, regions and formats, to bring this specialty programming. With this year’s theme of Honouring Truth with Action, several Indigenous speakers from a variety of backgrounds will take to the airwaves to tell their stories.
- [Port Hope to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with free screening of Gord Downie’s ‘The Secret Path’ | Kawartha Now](https://kawarthanow.com/2026/09/23/port-hope-to-mark-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-with-free-screening-of-gord-downies-the-secret-path/#new_tab) - September 30 event at the Capitol Theatre will be followed by panel discussion featuring Indigenous leaders Marsha Smoke, Hayden King, and Taynar Simpson.
- [Gord Downie's 'Secret Path' Celebrated with 10th Anniversary Concert | Exclaim](https://exclaim.ca/music/article/gord-downie-s-secret-path-celebrated-with-10th-anniversary-concert#new_tab) - Gord Downie's Secret Path, will celebrate its 10th anniversary on October 23, and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund has announced a concert in Toronto.
- [A DAY TO LISTEN: September 30, 2026 | MBC Radio](https://www.mbcradio.com/ndtr#new_tab) - Tune in through the day as special guest hosts take over MBC Radio from 6am to 6pm with stories and music.
- [Gord Downie 'really leaned into' Secret Path passion project now 10 years old: Brother | Toronto Sun](https://torontosun.com/news/local-news/gord-downie-really-leaned-into-secret-path-passion-project-10-years-old-bro#new_tab) - It’s been ten years since Gord Downie made it his final mission to help Canada reconcile with its Indigenous people via his multi-media Secret Path project.
- [William Prince, Julian Taylor and More to Play Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund's Anniversary Secret Path Concert | Billboard Canada](https://ca.billboard.com/fyi/gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-secret-path-digest#new_tab) - One of DWF's major fundraising vehicles, the Secret Path concert, will have a milestone 10th anniversary edition at the Concert Hall in Toronto on Oct. 23. 💫
- [Tributes across Canada to honour anniversary of Tragically Hip’s last show | APTN News](https://www.aptnnews.ca/videos/tributes-across-canada-to-honour-anniversary-of-tragically-hips-last-show/#new_tab) - Over the weekend, nation wide tributes took place to honour the 10-year anniversary of the last show performed by the Tragically Hip.
- [Ten years later, Gord Downie’s last performance will be shown again, alongside new album in Nanaimo | Nanaimo Bulletin](https://nanaimobulletin.com/2026/08/20/ten-years-later-gord-downies-last-performance-will-be-shown-again-alongside-new-album-in-nanaimo/#new_tab) - Fifty per cent of each ticket to the showing in Nanaimo will go toward the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack fund.
- [Gord Downie's enduring legacy continues to inspire Canadians | Kingston Whig Standard](https://www.thewhig.com/news/gord-downies-enduring-legacy-continues-to-inspire-canadians#new_tab) - What set Downie apart from many traditional rock frontmen was his ability to weave distinctly Canadian stories into his songwriting.
- [The Tragically Hip Set New Billboard Canada Chart Records A Decade After Their Final Concert | Canada Billboard](https://ca.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/the-tragically-hip-billboard-charts#new_tab) - Yer Favourites is marking its 400th week on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart ahead of the re-airing of the beloved Canadian band's celebrated final concert.
- [The Tragically Hip’s Final Concert Turns 10, and Canada Still Hasn’t Stopped Listening | That Eric Alper](https://www.thatericalper.com/2026/08/19/the-tragically-hips-final-concert-turns-10-and-canada-still-hasnt-stopped-listening/#new_tab) - Adecade later, people aren’t just remembering the Hip. They’re actively still listening, still discovering, still finding themselves in those lyrics.
- [Don't forget Downie's messages on Truth and Reconciliation | Cape Breton Post](https://www.saltwire.com/cape-breton/opinion-dont-forget-downies-messages-on-truth-and-reconciliation#new_tab) - “They say ‘Why do you write so many songs that are indigenous to the area from which you come?’ I guess it’s because that’s where we’re from.” – Gord Downie
- [The Tragically Hip on their last-ever concert: 'It felt like the end' | Toronto Sun](https://torontosun.com/entertainment/music/the-tragically-hip-on-their-final-concert#new_tab) - “Gord knew this day was coming – his response was to spend this precious time as he always had – making music, making memories and expressing deep gratitude"
- [Watch The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at a local screening near you | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/music/tragically-hip-a-national-celebration-10-year-anniversary-screenings-9.7304558#new_tab) - The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration will air Canada-wide at 7 p.m. ET/8 p.m. AT/8:30 NT on CBC-TV and CBC Gem. The rebroadcast will begin with a short film by Gord Downie's brother, Mike, called A Beautiful Thing, which includes behind-the-scenes tour footage and notable Canadians sharing what The Hip means to them.
- [2026 Mariposa Folk Festival Celebrates Indigenous Collaboration | Muskrat Magazine](https://muskratmagazine.com/2026-mariposa-folk-festival-celebrates-indigenous-collaboration/#new_tab) - Presented by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, the JUNO Award nominated group Nimkii and the Niniis are from Wiikwemkoong First Nation and based in central Ontario, and they’ve released Nang Giizhigoong (2022) and LFS5 (Live from the Shed 5) (2024).
- [Pitching in: Tragically Hip tribute honours Gord Downie’s calls for reconciliation | The Globe and Mail](https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-pitching-in-wayne-kaulbach-tragically-hip-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack/#new_tab) - Wayne Kaul­bach is a big fan of the Tra­gic­ally Hip and is aiming to raise $10,000 for The Gord Downie & Chanie Wen­jack Fund.
- [Tragically Hip fans can bid on Gord Downie's hat for charity | Kingston Daily](https://www.kingstondaily.ca/news/the-kingston-top-3/tragically-hip-fans-can-bid-on-gord-downies-hat-for-charity/#new_tab) - A replica of the purple hat that Downie wore during the final tour with the Tragically Hip in 2016 is up for bid at Gala Bid. Proceeds from the auction will go towards the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund. A replica of the purple hat Gord Downie wore during The Tragically Hip's final tour is up for auction.
- [Listening, Learning, and Building Relationships: A Visit to Fort William First Nation](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-fort-william-first-nation/) - Members of the Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership Team of The Law Foundation of Ontario recently had the privilege of visiting Fort William First Nation and Thunder Bay, an experience grounded in listening, learning, and building meaningful relationships.
- [Downie Wenjack Fund celebrates 10 years of Gord Downie's Secret Path through Indigenous music | CBC News](https://www.cbc.ca/music/downie-wenjack-fund-indigenous-music-summer-festivals-9.7248487#new_tab) - Ten years after the release of Gord Downie's solo album, Secret Path, and the accompanying film and graphic novel, the Downie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is celebrating the milestone by supporting Indigenous music festivals and artists across Canada. Ten years after the release of Gord Downie's album, Secret Path, the Downie Wenjack Fund is celebrating by supporting Indigenous music festivals and artists.
- [Beyond the Bedside: How Indigenous Wellness Spaces are Creating More Equitable Care | Ontario Hospital Association](https://www.oha.com/news/beyond-the-bedside-how-indigenous-wellness-spaces-are-creating-more-equitable-care#new_tab) - A first-of-its-kind in a Toronto hospital, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space at Sunnybrook's Holland Centre campus is among Sunnybrook's latest efforts to actively advance Indigenous health and wellness.
- [Dates of Significance Resources for June 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-june-2026/) - This reading list highlights books that celebrate identity, resilience, community, and healing. While many Indigenous stories hold truths about colonialism and its impacts, they also carry humour, strength, love, and connection to culture and land.
- [NMC Presents — The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration | ToDo Canada](https://www.todocanada.ca/city/calgary/event/nmc-presents-the-tragically-hip-a-national-celebration/#google_vignette#new_tab) - Relive a defining moment in Canadian music history with the CBC rebroadcast of 2016’s The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
- [Carrying What Has Not Been Healed: Continuing the Conversation with Rachael Hunt](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-healing-rachael-hunt/) - Earlier this year, we spoke with Rachael Hunt on DWF LIVE about healing, intergenerational trauma, and what it means to be a Cycle Breaker. Her teachings grounded us in the understanding that healing is both personal and collective.
- [Recommended Reading for Indigenous History Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-ihm2026-reading/) - This reading list highlights books that celebrate identity, resilience, community, and healing. While many Indigenous stories hold truths about colonialism and its impacts, they also carry humour, strength, love, and connection to culture and land.
- [215 Pledge - Frequently Asked Questions](https://downiewenjack.ca/215-pledge-frequently-asked-questions/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. Colleen Hele-Cardinal is a Sixties Scoop survivor and co-founder of the Sixties Scoop Network. She is nehiyaw iskwew (Plains Cree) from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, AB but was adopted and raised in Sault Ste Marie, ON.
- [Students Chart a Path Forward | Picton Gazette](https://www.pictongazette.ca/post/students-chart-a-path-forward#new_tab) - Macaulay Museum’s A Path Forward exhibit features contemporary Indigenous works of art and story, interspersed with a non-static historical narrative, create a space for reflection, education, and guidance on the path forward together for Canadians and Indigenous persons.
- [The Cottage Gift Guide: Hudson’s Bay Stripes host gifts we’d actually bring | Cottage Life](https://cottagelife.com/sponsored-content/the-cottage-gift-guide-hudsons-bay-stripes-host-gifts-wed-actually-bring/#new_tab) - The Point Blanket is one of those gifts that feels special, which is why Canadian Tire is proud to partner with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund to support Oshki Wupoowane / The Blanket Fund. With every purchase of a Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket, Canadian Tire Corporation has committed to donate 100 per cent of the net proceeds and a guaranteed minimum of $1,000,000 annually to support Indigenous-led initiatives.
- [The Tragically Hip to be inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame | The Whig-Standard](https://www.thewhig.com/news/hip-canadian-songwriters-hall-of-fame#new_tab) - The Hip, Loverboy songwriters Mike Reno and Paul Dean, Feist and Roch Voisine will be inducted at Massey Hall on Sept. 26.
- [RCMP Surveillance of Indigenous Organizations: What Recent Reporting Reveals](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-rcmp/) - Recent findings, following years of investigation by Brett Forester and CBC Indigenous, have confirmed that the RCMP conducted widespread surveillance of Indigenous leaders and organizations in Canada between the late 1960s and early 1980s. For many Indigenous communities, this confirms what had long been shared through lived experience.
- [Dreamspeakers Festival returns to Edmonton | Alberta Native News](https://www.albertanativenews.com/dreamspeakers-festival-returns-to-edmonton/#new_tab) - The Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival returns to Edmonton this week, running April 15 to 19, 2026. One of the longest-running Indigenous film festivals in the world, Dreamspeakers has been a cornerstone of Indigenous storytelling in Canada since its founding in Edmonton in the early 1990s.
- [Hip tribute band Grace 2 raising funds and rocking out in northern Ontario this week | CBC Radio](https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/audio/9.7163886#new_tab) - Legendary Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie died in 2017, but his legacy remains - and a tribute band is taking up the mantle, raising money for Downie's charity and playing the band's biggest hits. We'll catch up with Andy Wherspann, the lead singer of Grace 2, ahead of their dates in northern Ontario.
- [150 Years Since the Indian Act: Reflection, Reality, and Ongoing Responsibility](https://downiewenjack.ca/150-years-indian-act/) - In 2026, Canada marks 150 years since the enactment of the Indian Act, a federal law that continues to shape the relationship between First Nations and the Canadian government. This moment is an opportunity to reflect on the history of the Indian Act, its ongoing impacts, and the work that remains.
- [World Health Day: Honouring Equity Through Jordan’s Principle](https://downiewenjack.ca/world-health-day-jordans-principle/) - Each year on April 7, World Health Day raises awareness of global health issues and promotes access to quality healthcare for all. In Canada, this includes recognizing that equitable access to healthcare has not been a reality for Indigenous children, particularly First Nations children living on reserve. Jordan’s Principle exists because of this inequity.
- [Understanding the Options for IRSSA Records](https://downiewenjack.ca/irssa/) - The Independent Assessment Process (IAP) and earlier Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) were compensation processes established under the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) for Survivors who experienced abuse in residential schools in Canada. Under a Supreme Court decision, IAP and ADR records are scheduled to be destroyed on September 19, 2027, unless a Survivor chooses otherwise. This timeline is part of a legal ruling to protect privacy and confidentiality.
- [Millennial Scoop, Bill C‑92, and Indigenous Child Welfare](https://downiewenjack.ca/millennial-scoop-bill-c-92/) - The Millennial Scoop refers to the ongoing crisis of Indigenous children being disproportionately removed from their families and communities by child welfare systems. This is a continuation of harms seen in the Sixties Scoop era, where Indigenous children were taken and placed in non‑Indigenous care, with devastating effects on identity, culture, and family ties.
- [The Secret Path: A Film of Commemoration | The Chronicle](https://chronicle.durhamcollege.ca/2026/03/the-secret-path-a-film-of-commemoration/#new_tab) - The Secret Path celebrates its ten-year anniversary of the project’s release this year. It has been sixty years since Chanie Wenjack’s death. The Secret Path was created by songwriter Gord Downie. This was his last project created before his unfortunate passing in 2017.
- [Pay-what-you-can Indigenous music festival hits Knox Hall Mar. 24 | Sudbury.com](https://www.sudbury.com/local-news/pay-what-you-can-indigenous-music-festival-hits-knox-hall-mar-24-12011198#new_tab) - On Tuesday, March 24, you can take in the Madwewetoon Indigenous Music & Arts Festival at Knox Hall, an evening celebrating Indigenous artists. The all ages show is pay-what-you-can and is a collaboration between the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) and Canada’s Music Incubator (CMI).
- [Advancing reconciliation through partnership and action](https://www.otpp.com/en-ca/about-us/news-and-insights/global-perspectives/advancing-reconciliation-through-partnership-and-action/#new_tab) - In 2025, Ontario Teachers’ reaffirmed our commitment to fostering inclusion and reconciliation through the development of our Indigenous Action Plan (IAP), a first-of-its-kind initiative among Canadian pension plans.
- [International Women’s Day 2026 | Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls](https://downiewenjack.ca/iwd-2026/) - International Women’s Day 2026 calls for Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. This theme recognizes that advancing equality requires structural change, sustained advocacy, and leadership rooted in community. Today and every day, we honour Indigenous women throughout the world who are advancing human rights, protecting lands and waters, strengthening communities, and shaping international policy. Their leadership reflects generations of resilience, responsibility, and action.
- [Put some spring in your step with stellar entertainment at the Showroom this March | Cowichan Valley Citizen](https://cowichanvalleycitizen.com/2026/02/28/put-some-spring-in-your-step-with-stellar-entertianment-at-the-showroom-this-march/#new_tab) - On March 12 at 7:30 p.m., Wayne Kaulbach will be celebrating the music, the life, and the legacy of Gord Downie with his ‘One Man Tragically Hip Cover Band’.
- [Learn About Bill 5](https://downiewenjack.ca/learn-about-bill-5/) - Bill 5, officially titled the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025, was passed by the Ontario government on June 5, 2025. The legislation makes major changes to 10 provincial laws, including the repeal of the Endangered Species Act, 2007, the Ontario Place Corporation Act, and the creation of a new Special Economic Zones Act.
- [Facing the Facts: Why Residential School Denialism Must Be Called Out](https://downiewenjack.ca/facing-the-facts-why-residential-school-denialism-must-be-called-out/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. In February 2025, a troubling story out of British Columbia made headlines and reignited a painful conversation.
- [Canadore hosts its first-ever 'Walk for Wenjack' last Friday | North Bay Nugget](https://www.nugget.ca/news/canadore-hosts-its-walk-for-wenjack-last-friday#new_tab) - Canadore College hosted its inaugural Walk for Wenjack on Friday, Dec. 5. Thirty participants completed laps inside the Canadore Dome at the Commerce Court Campus, raising more than $1,200 in support of the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF).
- [This Holiday Collection Brings Back The Iconic Hudson’s Bay Stripes | Chatelaine](https://chatelaine.com/home-decor/canadian-tire-hudsons-bay-stripes-holiday-collection/#new_tab) - Canadian Tire called on Hudson’s Bay’s long-standing vendors to bring the collection to life as authentically as possible. The retailer has also committed to supporting The Blanket Fund—a reconciliation project launched in collaboration with the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund in 2022 to support Indigenous cultural, artistic and educational organizations.
- [ReconciliACTION with the new Downie Wenjack Legacy Space at Canadore College | Anishinaabek News](https://anishinabeknews.ca/2025/11/reconciliaction-with-the-new-downie-wenjack-legacy-space-at-canadore-college/#new_tab) - A large crowd attended the official opening of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Legacy Space at Canadore College on November 12.
- [Mike Downie brings stories of Canada to life at Albert College | The Intelligencer](https://www.intelligencer.ca/news/mike-downie-brings-stories-of-canada-to-life-at-albert-college#new_tab) - Downie engaged students from Grades 3 to 12 and later with the broader community at the public event on November 20 sharing a powerful message of Canadian identity, perseverance and the importance of sharing personal stories to inspire others.
- [Anishinaabe Teachings of the Four Sacred Medicines](https://downiewenjack.ca/blog-four-sacred-medicines/) - Together, tobacco, sage, cedar, and sweetgrass are known as the Four Sacred Medicines. It is said that tobacco sits in the eastern doorway, sweetgrass in the south, sage in the west, and cedar in the north. These medicines are used in daily life and in ceremony. Each carries their own teachings, responsibilities, and gifts. All four can be used in smudging practices, and when bundling and preparing these medicines, people are encouraged to put their good thoughts and/or prayers into them.
- [Canadore students learn about residential schools | CTV News](https://www.ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/video/2025/11/13/canadore-students-learn-about-residential-schools#new_tab) - Canadore College has a space for students to learn about residential schools, created in partnership with the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack fund.
- [Gig Pick: Minoshkite Indigenous Music & Arts Festival—Nov. 13 and 14 at the Bronson Centre | Apartment613](https://apt613.ca/gig-pick-minoshkite-indigenous-music-arts-festival-nov-13-and-14-at-the-bronson-centre#new_tab) - The Minoshkite Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is returning for a third year and has expanded to take place over two nights: Nov. 13 and 14. The event is presented by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), Red Music Rising (RMR) and Canada’s Music Incubator (CMI).
- [SJSH tops national ‘schools’ distance leaderboard after Walk for Wenjack | My North Bay Now](https://www.mynorthbaynow.com/113314/news/education/nipissing-parry-sound-catholic-district-school-board/sjsh-tops-national-schools-distance-leaderboard-after-walk-for-wenjack#new_tab) - Hundreds of students and staff at St. Joseph-Scollard Hall recently took part in the school’s inaugural ‘Walk for Wenjack’.
- [DWF Holiday Gift Guide - 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/holidaygiftguide-2025/) - This holiday season, take #reconciliACTION by purchasing gifts from DWF’s Holiday Gift Guide. This guide features Indigenous-owned businesses, with options for all budgets and preferences. There is something meaningful for every person on your list!
- [Quinte News speaks to Mike Downie ahead of Albert College visit | Quinte News](https://downiewenjack.ca/quinte-news-speaks-to-mike-downie-ahead-of-albert-college-visit-quinte-news/) - Documentary filmmaker Mike Downie will be the guest speaker later this month, as Albert College welcomes the Kingston native for a pair of talks at the school.
- [Here are 5 events in the Collingwood area this weekend | Collingwood Today](https://www.collingwoodtoday.ca/local-news/here-are-5-events-in-the-collingwood-area-this-weekend-11449364#new_tab) - Music and storytelling come together for an evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund at the Black Bellows parlour room on Nov. 7.
- [Canadian Tire Revives Hudson’s Bay Stripes with Patriotic Holiday Collection | Startup News](https://startupnews.fyi/2025/11/06/canadian-tire-revives-hudsons-bay-stripes-with-patriotic-holiday-collection#new_tab) - Canadian Tire is giving new life to one of Canada’s most beloved symbols — the Hudson’s Bay stripes. After winning a competitive bidding war this summer to acquire the iconic pattern and related trademarks from the defunct Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC), the retailer has unveiled its first limited-edition collection just in time for the holidays.
- [Minoshkite Indigenous Music & Arts Festival | CTV News](https://www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/video/2025/11/05/minoshkite-indigenous-music-arts-festival#new_tab) - This year marks an exciting milestone as the festival expands to two nights with all proceeds going to support the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack fund.
- [Friday show at Black Bellows pays tribute to Gord Downie's music and legacy | Collingwood Today](https://www.collingwoodtoday.ca/local-news/saturday-show-at-black-bellows-pays-tribute-to-gord-downies-music-and-legacy-11440602#new_tab) - Music and storytelling come together for a moving evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund at Black Bellows Parlour Room on Friday, Nov. 7.
- [Your first look at what Canadian Tire is doing with the Hudson’s Bay stripes | City News](https://toronto.citynews.ca/2025/11/05/your-first-look-at-what-canadian-tire-is-doing-with-the-hudsons-bay-stripes#new_tab) - When Canadian Tire learned that it had come out on top of a bidding war to own the Hudson’s Bay stripes this summer, one of its marketing executives said the feeling was comparable only to the most magical time of year.
- [Gord Downie | The Canadian Encyclopedia](https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/gord-downie#new_tab) - Gord Downie was a well-known advocate for environmental and Indigenous concerns. He spent the last few months of his life speaking out in support of Indigenous people. His last major project was Secret Path, a multimedia project about the life of Chanie Wenjack.
- [Walk for Wenjack inspires reconciliation efforts across Bruce County | MNC](https://midwesternnewspapers.com/walk-for-wenjack-inspires-reconciliation-efforts-across-bruce-county#new_tab) - Community members gathered at Riverbend Park on Oct. 21 for the Walkerton Walk for Wenjack, one of many events of its kind supporting the Downie-Wenjack Fund (DWF) and raising awareness of the impacts of residential schools.
- [Kew Beach Junior Public School Walk for Chanie Wenjack | Toronto District School Board](https://www.tdsb.on.ca/home/ctl/Details/mid/43823/itemid/539#new_tab) - Students and staff at Kew Beach Junior Public School came together in an inspiring act of learning and remembrance by participating in the Walk for Chanie Wenjack from October 20 to 24, 2025.
- [Putting Reconciliation into Action | The Napanee Beaver](https://napaneebeaver.ca/putting-reconciliation-into-action#new_tab) - Actions speak louder then words-they always have and they always will. So when the Loyalist Township celebrated the opening the a Downie-Wenjack Legacy Room at the W.J. Henderson Arena on Monday, it meant something. Progress. Follow through. Action.
- [Downie Wenjack Legacy Centre Officially open at Amherstview's W.J. Henderson Arena | The Napanee Beaver](https://napaneebeaver.ca/downie-wenjack-legacy-centre-officially-open-at-amherstviews-w-j-henderson-arena#new_tab) - Family members of the late Gord Downie were at the W.J. Hendweson Arena on Monday to officially open a Downie-Wenjack Legacy Room. The space, just inside the main entrance, is dedicated to reflection and reconciliation, a stark reminder of the injustices carried out by the Canadian government towards First Nations.
- [Former residential school student remembered through legacy space program | APTN News](https://www.aptnnews.ca/national-news/former-residential-school-student-remembered-through-legacy-space-program#new_tab) - People gathered in Amhertsview, Ont., this week to celebrate the opening of the latest Downie Wenjack Fund legacy space.
- [Learning through action: WCS students ‘Walk for Wenjack’ | Discover Weyburn](https://discoverweyburn.com/articles/learning-through-action-wcs-students-walk-for-wenjack#new_tab) - On Tuesday morning, the entire WCS student population walked the perimeter of the campus, including Southeast College and around the track to raise awareness about the history of residential schools in Canada.
- [What’s good near Greater Napanee? Amherstview opens Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space | Napanee Today](https://www.napaneetoday.ca/2025/10/21/93590#new_tab) - A new Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space has opened at the W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre in Amherstview, marking an important step toward truth and reconciliation in Loyalist Township.
- [Photos: Niagara artists take audience down Gord Downie’s ‘Secret Path’ | Niagara This Week](https://www.niagarathisweek.com/entertainment/music/photos-niagara-artists-take-audience-down-gord-downies-secret-path/article_0433fa73-399a-577b-b14d-2a953bf2a751.html#new_tab) - The relationship between Canada and its Indigenous peoples took centre stage in downtown St. Catharines Thursday night with a live performance of Gord Downie’s album “Secret Path.”
- [Fostering Dialogue, Education and Understanding: Sunnybrook opens the new Downie Wenjack Legacy Space | Sunnybrook](https://sunnybrook.ca/media/item.asp?c=1&i=3887#new_tab) - Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre has unveiled the new Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space at the Holland Orthopaedic & Arthritic Centre Library, the first of its kind in a Toronto hospital.
- [The annual Gord Downie Chanie Wenjack Fund benefit is tonight in Toronto | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/the-annual-gord-downie-chaney-wenjack-fund-benefit-is-tonight-in-toronto#new_tab) - Each October around the anniversary of Gord Downie‘s passing on October 17, 2017, there’s an event at the Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto that raises money from the Downie Wenjack Fund, as part of Secret Path Week, which runs this year from October 17-22. This is the fourth annual SPW.
- [Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and Canadian Tire Corporation Expand Partnership in Support of Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund](https://downiewenjack.ca/dwf-ctc-the-blanket-fund/) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is proud to announce an expanded partnership with Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC). Building on our existing relationship, CTC will now support Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund (The Blanket Fund), a national initiative that empowers Indigenous and Indigenous-led cultural, artistic, and educational projects and organizations.
- [Tim Hortons Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign raised $942,000 for Indigenous organizations | PR Newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/tim-hortons-orange-sprinkle-donut-campaign-raised-942-000-for-indigenous-organizations-823100767.html#new_tab) - Tim Hortons and its restaurant owners are proud to announce that $942,000 was raised for Indigenous organizations through its fifth annual Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign. The proceeds from Orange Sprinkle Donut sales are being donated to the Orange Shirt Society, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, Ulnooweg Education Centre, and in Quebec, the New Pathways Foundation (Fondation Nouveaux Sentiers).
- [Downie Wenjack CEO reveals shocking truth about Canadians and more on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Exeter Today](https://www.exetertoday.ca/2025/09/30/downie-wenjack-ceo-reveals-shocking-truth-about-canadians-and-more-on-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-2#new_tab) - Today marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this important day, President and CEO of the Downie Wenjack Fund, Sarah Midanik, spoke about the following.
- [Nelson Waldorf students walk to recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day | Nelson Star](https://www.nelsonstar.com/community/nelson-waldorf-students-walk-to-recognize-truth-and-reconciliation-day-8281124#new_tab) - Students walked in memory of 12-year-old Chanie Wenjack, an Indigenous boy who died trying to escape a residential school in 1966
- [Denmark Apologizes to Greenlandic Women for Decades of Forced Birth Control](https://downiewenjack.ca/denmark-apologizes-to-greenlandic-women-for-decades-of-forced-birth-control/) - In a historic and emotional address in Nuuk, Greenland, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen formally apologized for a decades-long involuntary birth control program that saw thousands of Inuit women and girls, some as young as 12, fitted with intrauterine devices (IUDs) without their knowledge or consent during the 1960s and 70s.
- [Beyond 215: A Conversation with Christa Big Canoe](https://downiewenjack.ca/beyond-215-a-conversation-with-christa-big-canoe/) - For Christa, the TRC was and remains about Survivors. In her work, she witnesses the ongoing impacts of intergenerational trauma caused by colonial policies. She sees poverty, incarceration, and systemic inequities that remain unchanged, even a decade after the TRC’s Final Report.
- [Allyship Through Music: A Conversation With Joe Lapinski On "The Secret Path" | Penticton Herald](https://www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/article_7edd37f3-f18b-5faf-a6fc-8a855ef18b96.html#new_tab) - Lapinski’s ability to organize successful events, bring together bands, and execute compelling storytelling through music led to him being invited by the Burlington Performing Arts Centre to be the musical director of The Music of The Secret Path project, set to be performed at the venue on Friday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m.
- [Radio Broadcasters Across Canada Unite for the 5th Year for A DAY TO LISTEN 2025 to Amplify Indigenous Voices on September 30](https://downiewenjack.ca/radio-broadcasters-across-canada-unite-for-the-5th-year-for-a-day-to-listen-2025-to-amplify-indigenous-voices-on-september-30/) - In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, hundreds of broadcasters in Canada are coming together for the fifth year in a row to amplify Indigenous voices with A DAY TO LISTEN 2025. Produced by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) in partnership with Orbyt Media, the 12-hour broadcast airs on radio stations throughout Canada on Tuesday, September 30, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (local time).
- [Events to mark National Day of Truth and Reconciliation in Barrie, Orillia, and Simcoe County | Simcoe.com](https://www.simcoe.com/news/events-to-mark-national-day-of-truth-and-reconciliation-in-barrie-orillia-and-simcoe-county/article_e98ddb16-934a-5763-a8ba-1d4caade49db.html#new_tab) - The United Way Simcoe Muskoka will be screening Gord Downie’s “The Secret Path,” an animated film inspired by the story of Chanie Wenjack, a 12-year-old boy who died in October 1966 while attempting to walk more than 400 miles home after escaping from a residential school in Kenora, Ont.
- [Teknion Unveils Legacy Space with Downie Wenjack Fund | I + S](https://www.iands.design/industry-news/news/55317279/teknion-teknion-unveils-legacy-space-with-downie-wenjack-fund#new_tab) - Located in Toronto, Teknion’s new Legacy Space—created in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund—offers an informative and insightful environment where visitors can learn about Indigenous history in Canada and take significant steps toward reconciliation.
- [Gord Downie’s 'The Secret Path' being shown at Five Points Theatre | Barrie Today](https://www.barrietoday.com/local-entertainment/gord-downies-the-secret-path-being-shown-at-five-points-theatre-11203929#new_tab) - United Way Simcoe Muskoka is proud to announce that its Real2Reel Film Festival will feature Gord Downie’s The Secret Path at the Five Points Theatre in Barrie on Sept. 24, 2025.
- [Recommended Reading in Honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/recommended-reading-trw-2025/) - To support you on your journey toward reconciliation, DWF has compiled a list of recommended readings to deepen your understanding. Each book offers a unique perspective and insight into Indigenous cultures and experiences.
- [A Day to Listen – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th | CFWE Radio](https://cfweradio.ca/2025/09/08/33612#new_tab) - In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, Windspeaker Radio Network stations are proud to partner with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund for A Day to Listen 2025.
- [Sons of Kent HipFest raises over $6,500 for Downie Wenjack Fund | The Beacon Herald](https://www.stratfordbeaconherald.com/entertainment/local-arts/sons-of-kent-hipfest-raises-over-6500-for-downie-wenjack-fund?itm_source=entertainment#new_tab) - A Tragically Hip tribute at Sons of Kent Brewing Company in Chatham raised $6,626 for the Downie Wenjack Fund.
- [Walk for Wenjack reconciliation awareness event planned for Kincardine | The Kincardine News](https://www.kincardinenews.com/news/local-news/reconciliation-awareness-event-walk-for-wenjack-planned-for-kincardine#new_tab) - An upcoming series of walks aim to spark discussion of the ongoing impacts of Canada’s residential schools. As part of a national initiative led by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, residents across Bruce County are invited to participate in Walk for Wenjack events, including one taking place in Kincardine, as well as screenings of The Secret Path, an animated film about Wenjack, a 12-year-old Anishinaabe boy who died fleeing a residential school in 1966.
- [Loyalist launches $2M campaign to transform W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre, names chair | North Humberland Daily](https://northumberlanddaily.ca/rss/loyalist-launches-2m-campaign-to-transform-w-j-henderson-recreation-centre-names-chair/#new_tab) - The revitalized centre will feature a new 8-lane, 25-metre pool, a warm-water leisure pool, improved arena facilities, green energy upgrades, better accessibility, and an Indigenous Legacy Space in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
- [Bridging generations through sound, The Tragically Hip remains the heartbeat of Canada | The Toronto Observer](https://torontoobserver.ca/2025/06/18/gord-downie-the-tragically-hip/#new_tab) - Gord Downie, the late lead singer of The Tragically Hip, grew up in Kingston, Ont. Like many Canadians, he was proud of where he was from, and stood for many Canadian values. Mike Downie, Gord’s brother, shared with the Toronto Observer what being Canadian meant to Gord.
- [Indigenous Food: Rooted in Land, Culture, and Resilience](https://downiewenjack.ca/indigenous-food-rooted-in-land-culture-and-resilience/) - Indigenous food traditions throughout Turtle Island reflect deep relationships with the land, water, and seasonal cycles. These foodways carry knowledge, ceremony, and identity.
- [Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Aysanabee Set to Headline Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining in Downtown Toronto](https://exclaim.ca/music/article/snotty-nose-rez-kids-aysanabee-set-to-headline-kamamooshkaming-sagiiwehwining#new_tab) - Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music & Arts Festival has unveiled the full artist lineup, schedule, and market vendors for the event's two-day takeover of Sankofa Square in Downtown Toronto. Presented by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), in partnership with Canada's Music Incubator and Sankofa Square, the festival will take place from May 30 to 31 in honour of the beginning of Indigenous History Month.
- [Peterborough Public Library to mark Red Dress Day with interactive community art installation](https://kawarthanow.com/2025/04/25/peterborough-public-library-to-mark-red-dress-day-with-interactive-community-art-installation/#new_tab) - The Peterborough Public Library is hosting an interactive community art installation called “The Red Dress” during the week leading up to and including the National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S+), also known as Red Dress Day. The Peterborough Public Library is hosting an interactive community art installation called “The Red Dress” during the week leading up to and including the National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S+), also known as Red Dress Day.
- [This Creative Agency Built a Legacy Space to Highlight the Importance of Indigenous Reconciliation](https://lbbonline.com/news/this-creative-agency-built-a-legacy-space-to-highlight-the-importance-of-indigenous-reconciliation#new_tab) - FUSE Create’s Garo Keresteci and The Downie Wenjack Fund’s Sarah Midanik chat with LBB’s Jordan Won Neufeldt about what a legacy space is, and why each one plays a key role in promoting discussion of Indigenous history and reconciliation in Canada
- [10th Anniversary of the TRC Final Reports](https://downiewenjack.ca/10th-anniversary-of-the-trc-final-reports/) - This reading list showcases works by Two-Spirit authors and artists exploring identity, resilience, and community through memoir, poetry, fiction, and essays, offering vital perspectives on what it means to be Two-Spirit today.
- [Recommended Reading: Two-Spirit Activists and Authors](https://downiewenjack.ca/recommended-reading-two-spirit-activists-and-authors/) - This reading list showcases works by Two-Spirit authors and artists exploring identity, resilience, and community through memoir, poetry, fiction, and essays, offering vital perspectives on what it means to be Two-Spirit today.
- [Blue Quills Residential School Ground Search for Missing Children and Unmarked Graves](https://downiewenjack.ca/blue-quills-residential-school-ground-search-for-missing-children-and-unmarked-graves/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. Last summer, Blue Quills University announced they would be conducting a ground search for unmarked burial sites of children who attended Blue Quills Indian Residential School (IRS).
- [“But they had good intentions”: Indian Residential Schools Denialism](https://downiewenjack.ca/but-they-had-good-intentions-indian-residential-schools-denialism/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. Last summer, Blue Quills University announced they would be conducting a ground search for unmarked burial sites of children who attended Blue Quills Indian Residential School (IRS).
- [Blue Quills Residential School Ground Search: An interview with Dr. Sherri Chisan](https://downiewenjack.ca/blue-quills-residential-school-ground-search-an-interview-with-dr-sherri-chisan/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. This past April, the results of the phase 1 search at Blue Quills were shared in ceremony with the community. The search was led by Dr. Kisha Supernant from the Institute of Prairie and Indigenous Archaeology.
- [Centering Spirit in Post-Secondary Education](https://downiewenjack.ca/centering-spirit-in-post-secondary-education/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. This past Spring, Blue Quills University announced they were creating a new Indigenous Master of Education program.
- [Indigenous Child Removals – the Sixties Scoop](https://downiewenjack.ca/indigenous-child-removals-the-sixties-scoop/) - Content warning: This post contain information about residential schools. Colleen Hele-Cardinal is a Sixties Scoop survivor and co-founder of the Sixties Scoop Network. She is nehiyaw iskwew (Plains Cree) from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, AB but was adopted and raised in Sault Ste Marie, ON.
- [Good stuff in Quinte! | The Intelligencer](https://www.intelligencer.ca/opinion/columnists/good-stuff-in-quinte#new_tab) - On March 29th, Canada’s top Tragically Hip tribute act Grace, 2 returns to the Empire stage in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. The band is terrific and the cause is wonderful. The stated goal of the Downie/Wenjack fund is “to improve the lives of Indigenous people by building awareness, education, and connections between all peoples in Canada.”
- [Fuse Create launches Legacy Space with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | Campaign Canada](https://www.campaigncanada.ca/article/1910509/fuse-create-launches-legacy-space-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund#new_tab) - The initiative is a part of an ongoing partnership with the organization that also includes pro-bono marketing support.
- [Government of Canada recognizes 10 new designations of national historic significance | Cision](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/government-of-canada-recognizes-10-new-designations-of-national-historic-significance-881062330.html#new_tab) - Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced 10 designations of persons, places and events of national historic significance under Parks Canada's National Program of Historical Commemoration. These designations honour the diversity of history in Canada by commemorating a range of subjects, including Indigenous Peoples, women, architecture, technology, and Acadian history.
- [Greater Sudbury to host Indigenous music festival this week | The Sudbury Star](https://www.thesudburystar.com/entertainment/greater-sudbury-to-host-indigenous-music-festival-this-week#new_tab) - Madwewetoon translates to ‘make it sound’ in Ojibwe and organizers are promising Thursday’s festival will celebrate Indigenous arts and culture in Northern Ontario. Last year, Red Music Rising joined forces with the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) and Canada’s Music Incubator to produce the Minoshkite Indigenous Music and Arts Festival in Ottawa. Madwewetoon is another collaboration between DWF, the incubator and Red Music Rising.
- [CIFAR launches a Legacy Space in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | CIFAR](https://cifar.ca/cifarnews/2025/03/07/cifar-launches-a-legacy-space-in-partnership-with-the-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - CIFAR has launched a Legacy Space in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) to facilitate meaningful conversations on Canada’s true history and our collective journey toward reconciliation. The Legacy Space was unveiled in a ceremony at CIFAR’s Toronto office on March 3 and features artwork by Blake Angeconeb, an Anishinaabe woodlands artist from Treaty 3 territory.
- [Indigenous music festival coming to The Grand | Sudbury.com](https://www.sudbury.com/spotlight/indigenous-music-festival-coming-to-the-grand-10328576#new_tab) - Sudbury, get ready for Madwewetoon! Madwewetoon, which translates to “make it sound” in Ojibwe, is a celebration of Indigenous arts and culture in Northern Ontario. It’s coming to Sudbury for one night only, Thursday March 13 at The Grand. Headlining this unique festival is none other than three-time JUNO-award winning singer, Tom Wilson, with his band TEHOHÀHAKE TRIO.
- [Sens Set-up: The Tragically Hip Night vs Winnipeg Jets | Ottawa Senators](https://www.nhl.com/senators/news/sens-set-up-the-tragically-hip-night-vs-winnipeg-jets#new_tab) - The Ottawa Senators are back on the ice tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. ET when they take on the Winnipeg Jets for the second and final time this season. Tickets to the game are available HERE for purchase! Canadian Tire Centre will not only be hosting a hockey game tomorrow night. The Senators are set to host The Tragically Hip night at tomorrow night's game. Gord Downie’s brothers, Patrick and Mike, will be in attendance and take part in a ceremonial puck drop. As well, the night will feature intermission performances by Road Apples: the original and premier tribute to The Tragically Hip.
- [Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker to Deliver Keynote at CSGA Meeting in Victoria | Seed World](https://www.seedworld.com/canada/2025/02/18/award-winning-documentary-filmmaker-to-deliver-keynote-at-csga-meeting-in-victoria/#new_tab) - Renowned documentary filmmaker and storyteller Mike Downie will headline this year’s Canadian Seed Growers Association Annual Meeting as the keynote speaker, CSGA has announced. A multi-award-winning director and co-founder of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, Downie has dedicated his career to capturing and sharing narratives that define Canada’s past, present, and future.
- [The Ottawa Senators and the Winnipeg Jets will host a Tragically Hip night later this month | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/the-ottawa-senators-and-the-winnipeg-jets-will-host-a-tragically-hip-night-later-this-month/#google_vignette#new_tab) - On February 26, the Senators will host the Winnipeg Jets and the game will feature a tribute to The Tragically Hip. What will that include? A ceremonial puck drop by Gord Downie’s brothers, Patrick and Mike. Intermission entertainment will come from Road Apples, a Hip tribute band. The Senators’ official charity will reveal a “meaningful gift” to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
- [Mississauga business recognizes Indigenous history | CP24](https://www.cp24.com/video/2024/09/30/mississauga-business-recognizes-indigenous-history/#new_tab) - A business in Mississauga is recognizing the history of Indigenous peoples with new artwork.
- [Toronto Raptors score new Indigenous-inspired logo from Mississaugas of Scugog artist | inDurham](https://durham.insauga.com/toronto-raptors-score-new-indigenous-inspired-logo-from-mississaugas-of-scugog-artist/#new_tab) - The Toronto Raptors have a new logo courtesy of painter Luke Swinson, a Mississaugas of Scugog Island citizen. Swinson, from Kitchener, has become renowned for his murals and beautifully flowing designs in recent years. Last year, Luke Swinson provided a Downie-Wenjack Legacy Space to GM Canada. Swinson wrote this was an important location for him to contribute to given his familial connection to GM.
- [Halifax City Hall historical tour | Halifax](https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/municipal-archives/exhibits/city-hall-historical-tour#new_tab) - Come on a virtual tour of Halifax City Hall! It has been the seat of local government continuously since it opened in 1890 and was declared a National Historic Site in 1984. The tour starts with a history of the Construction of City Hall, then ascends from the basement to the main floor, then up to the Council Chambers and finally to the top floor and clock tower, telling tales and showing photos of the events and people that have made history at Halifax City Hall.
- [DWF Holiday Gift Guide - Moving Reconciliation Forward](https://downiewenjack.ca/2024-holidaygiftguide/) - This holiday season, take #reconciliACTION by purchasing gifts from DWF’s Holiday Gift Guide. This guide features Indigenous-owned businesses, a new merch collab with DWF Artist Ambassador Violet Gatensby , and of course, HBC’s iconic Point Blankets, which support Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund. With options for all budgets and preferences, there is something meaningful for every person on your list.
- [Canadian Tire Community Impact Awards | Financial Post](https://financialpost.com/executive/executive-women/canadian-tire-community-impact-awards-3#new_tab) - Recognizing women who strive to make a difference in their communities. Sarah Midanik, a proud member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, is the President and CEO of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, where she drives reconciliation efforts between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. A committed advocate, Sarah serves on multiple boards, including the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada and the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business. Her passion lies in advancing opportunities for Indigenous people and communities.
- [The County Museums Partnership wins provincial award | Quinte News](https://www.quintenews.com/2024/11/27/the-county-museums-partnership-wins-provincial-award/#new_tab) - Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, and The County Museums recently accepted the 2024 Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Award of Excellence in Special Projects for the exhibit, A Path Forward.
- [Using education for reconciliation | Financial Post](https://financialpost.com/executive/executive-women/using-education-for-reconciliation#new_tab) - As a child growing up in a rural community along the Sturgeon River, Sarah Midanik, a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, could not have imagined that she would become the inaugural president and CEO of The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, a national charity that builds cultural understanding and creates a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. “Running a charity would never have crossed my mind as anything that was remotely possible,” she said. “I think these acts of service find you.”
- [It’s the “Hip” thing to do | Pembroke Today](https://www.pembroketoday.ca/2024/11/22/127672/#new_tab) - If you are a Tragically Hip groupie then you won’t want to miss Grace 2- The Tragically Hip Tribute coming to Festival Hall. Tomorrow starting at 7:30 p.m. Festival Hall will be booming with great music with all proceeds going towards a great cause. Band member Andy Wehrspann sat down with myFM to talk about why their mission is important to them and the broader audience.
- [The Treaty of Waitangi & Treaty Principles Bill](https://downiewenjack.ca/treaty-of-waitangi-treaty-principles-bill/) - On November 14, Māori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke ripped up a copy of a bill that reinterprets the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi and led a haka in New Zealand’s Parliament. The controversial "Treaty Principles Bill" proposes new principles that critics argue could undermine Māori rights and the Treaty’s original intent. Learn more about the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, and the "Treaty Principles Bill".
- [Rotman School Graduates Among Canada’s Most Powerful Women as Named by Women’s Executive Network | Rotman University of Toronto](https://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/news-events-and-ideas/news-and-stories/2024/november/20211101/#new_tab) - Four graduates from the MBA and Commerce programs at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management were named by the Women’s Executive Network (WXN) to the 2024 list of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winners. The annual awards program recognizes 103 outstanding women across Canada for their leadership and groundbreaking achievements that have meaningfully transformed their industries, companies, communities, and country. The award winners will be recognized at a gala in Toronto on November 27.
- ['We are all treaty people,' Talaga and Downie talk at Algoma Fall Fest | The Sault Star](https://www.saultstar.com/news/we-are-all-treaty-people-talaga-and-downie-talk-at-algoma-fall-fest-2#new_tab) - At the 52nd annual Algoma Fall Festival, Canadian storytellers Tanya Talaga and Mike Downie engaged in a thought-provoking discussion Wednesday about Talaga’s latest book and documentary series, The Knowing.
- [WCS participates in Walk for Wenjack to raise awareness about Residential Schools | Discover Wayburn](https://www.discoverweyburn.com/articles/wcs-participates-in-walk-for-wenjack-to-raise-awareness-about-residential-schools#new_tab) - The Weyburn Comprehensive School participated in a Walk for Wenjack yesterday to help raise awareness about the history of Residential Schools. This was done on day one of Secret Path Week commemorating the legacies of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack.
- [A space for reconciliation at St. Lawrence College  | The Recorder & Times](https://www.recorder.ca/news/a-space-for-reconciliation-at-st-lawrence-college#new_tab) - Joining education and reconciliation, St. Lawrence College on Thursday opened a new Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space at its Brockville campus. The new space, located in the campus library, is meant to prompt reflection and discussion about Canada’s relationship with its Indigenous peoples, the legacy of residential schools, and truth and reconciliation.
- [Taillights Shine Brighter Than Ever for the Tragically Hip  | SPIN](https://www.spin.com/2024/10/tragically-hip-documentary/#new_tab) - Elvis, Lennon, Cobain, MJ, Bowie, Prince — the death of these cultural icons left a seismic hole in the hearts of music fans. In Canada, north of the 49th parallel’s thin divide, one more name is added: Downie, as in Gord Downie, the late frontman for rock band the Tragically Hip.
- [SLC unveils Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space on the Brockville and Cornwall Campuses  | St. Lawrence College](https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/news/slc-unveils-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-legacy-space-on-the-brockville-and-cornwall-campuses#new_tab) - St. Lawrence College (SLC) is pleased to announce the unveiling of a Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space on its Brockville and Cornwall Campuses, on October 17 and 18 respectively. Last August, Legacy Space was unveiled on the Kingston campus, which was the first in a post-secondary institution in Ontario, and the first in the hometown of the late Gord Downie.
- [Several Secret Path Week events being held in Bruce County | CKNX News Today](https://cknxnewstoday.ca/midwestern/news/2024/09/09/several-secret-path-week-events-being-held-in-bruce-county#new_tab) - Bruce County and the Neyaashiinigmiing Adult Learning Centre is hosting two "Walks for Wenjack" during Secret Path Week later this month, to raise awareness of the true history of residential schools. This is the third year the organizations have collaborated together on these events meant to honour Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack, as well as encourage steps toward reconciliation.
- [Tim Hortons Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign raises more than $800,000 for Indigenous organizations | Canada Convenience Store News](https://ccentral.ca/tim-hortons-orange-sprinkle-donut-campaign-raises-more-800000-indigenous-organizations#new_tab) - Tim Hortons and its restaurant owners across Canada are proud to announce that over $800,000 was raised for Indigenous organizations through the fourth annual Orange Sprinkle Donut fundraising campaign.
- [Residential school awareness to benefit from upcoming concert | Burlington Today](https://www.burlingtontoday.com/local-news/residential-school-awareness-to-benefit-from-upcoming-concert-9603788#new_tab) - The Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC) will be hosting a fundraising concert on Thursday, Oct. 17 to support the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), a charity that focuses on awareness, action and education about residential schools.
- [Tim Hortons’ Orange Sprinkle Donut returns in support of Indigenous communities | Breakfast Television](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/videos/tim-hortons-orange-sprinkle-donut-returns-in-support-of-indigenous-communities/#new_tab) - Meredith is joined by president and CEO of the Downie Wenjack Fund Sarah Midanik to discuss how to take action towards reconciliation.
- ['Walk for Wenjack' Events Coming to Wiarton & Southampton | The Owen Sound Current](https://www.owensoundcurrent.com/p/walk-for-wenjack-bruce-county?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share#new_tab) - Everybody has their own reason to “Walk for Wenjack” during Secret Path Week (October 17 to October 22). For some, it may be a moment to honour Chanie Wenjack and the many others like him. For others, it may be an opportunity to raise awareness of the true history of residential schools.
- [Amplify Indigenous voices with A Day to Listen 2024 on September 30 | Sirius XM](https://www.siriusxm.ca/blog/amplify-indigenous-voices-with-a-day-to-listen-2024-on-september-30/#new_tab) - Join us on September 30 between 6 am and 6 pm ET, the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, when radio stations throughout Canada, including SiriusXM’s The Tragically Hip Radio, North Americana, Top of the Country Radio, and Poplandia, will come together to amplify Indigenous voices with special guests. January Rogers, Julian Taylor, and Kim Wheeler will be your hosts for A Day to Listen 2024. For more information, visit adaytolisten.ca.
- [Your guide to Truth and Reconciliation and Treaty Day in Halifax | The Coast](https://www.thecoast.ca/news-opinion/your-guide-to-truth-and-reconciliation-and-treaty-day-in-halifax-33627149#new_tab) - The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time for all Canadians to reflect on the impact residential schools continue to have on Indigenous communities nationwide. Happening Monday, Sep. 30, NDTR is also Orange Shirt Day, and it coincides with Treaty Day in Nova Scotia on Oct. 1—which marks the beginning of Mi’kmaq History Month.
- [FirstOntario PAC brings Niagara’s Tragically Hip-loving community together to be a part of Gord’s legacy | Niagara Now](https://niagaranow.com/news.phtml/sponsored-firstontario-pac-brings-niagaras-tragically-hip-loving-community-together-to-be-a-part-of-gords-legacy/#new_tab) - The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre is preparing to host its seventh-annual community concert in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund on Wednesday, Oct. 16 as part of Secret Path Week. With the death of Gord Downie on Oct. 17, 2017, Canadians lost one of our most beloved music icons. Gord spent his final days shining a light on the reconciliation with this country’s First Peoples. He asked all Canadians to join the call to action.
- [Tim Hortons Orange Sprinkle Donut campaign returns on Sept. 30 with 100% of proceeds donated to Indigenous organizations | Cision](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/tim-hortons-orange-sprinkle-donut-campaign-returns-on-sept-30-with-100-of-proceeds-donated-to-indigenous-organizations-898856952.html#new_tab) - Tim Hortons and its restaurant owners across Canada are proud to share that for a fourth year in a row, the Orange Sprinkle Donut fundraising campaign is returning on Sept. 30 in support of Indigenous organizations. On Sept. 30, 100 per cent of the proceeds from the sales of Orange Sprinkle Donuts will be donated to the Orange Shirt Society, the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, New Pathways Foundation in Quebec, and new this year, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, and Ulnooweg Education Fund.
- [Burlington Performing Arts presents Legacy Concert in support of the Downie-Wenjack Fund | The Bay Observer](https://bayobserver.ca/burlington-performing-arts-presents-legacy-concert-in-support-of-the-downie-wenjack-fund/#google_vignette#new_tab) - The Burlington Performing Arts Centre will host, Legacy—a concert in support of the Downie-Wenjack Fund, Thursday, October 17, 2024 – 8:00 PM. Inspired by Chanie’s story and Tragically Hip Lead singer Gord Downie’s call to build a better Canada, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
- [Download our new, free ReconciliACTION Calendar!](https://downiewenjack.ca/download-our-new-free-reconciliaction-calendar/) - You can download your free digital copy of the bilingual ReconciliACTION Calendar today! The Anishinaabe calendar is deeply rooted in the cycles of the moon. The turtle shell is a visual match for the days and moons in a lunar year: the outer ring of the shell has small scales representing the 28 days in a lunar month, while the larger scales in the center symbolize the 13 moons of the year. Each of these moons is named after a natural event that takes place during that time.
- [Recommended Reading in honour of the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/ndtr-recommended-reading/) - The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day are crucial moments for reflection and learning about the true history of Canada and the ongoing impacts of residential schools. To support you on your journey toward reconciliation, DWF has compiled a list of recommended readings to deepen your understanding. Each book offers unique perspective and insight into Indigenous cultures and experiences.
- [Wine Rack Continues Partnership with Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund for Fourth Year](https://downiewenjack.ca/fourth-year-wine-rack-press-release/) - As the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30 approaches, Wine Rack proudly announces its fourth consecutive year of partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF). Over the past three years, Wine Rack stores across Ontario have collectively raised over $250,000 in support of DWF, an Indigenous-led national charity that aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
- [WINE RACK STORES PARTNER WITH GORD DOWNIE & CHANIE WENJACK FUND FOR THIRD YEAR](https://downiewenjack.ca/pressrelease-wr/) - As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, Wine Rack stores across Ontario will once again partner with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) throughout September. DWF is an Indigenous-led national charity that aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Last year, Wine Rack stores raised a total of $100,000 in support of the organization.
- [Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund adds artist ambassador of Mississaugas of Scugog First Nation | InDurham](https://durham.insauga.com/gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund-adds-artist-ambassador-from-mississaugas-of-scugog/#new_tab) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund has a new artist ambassador, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island citizen and painter Luke Swinson. Swinson, from Kitchener, has become renowned for his murals and beautifully flowing designs in recent years. Last year, Luke Swinson provided a Downie-Wenjack Legacy Space to GM Canada. Swinson wrote this was an important location for his to contribute to given his familial connection to GM.
- [Honouring Chanie Wenjack | Shoreline Beacon](https://www.shorelinebeacon.com/news/local-news/honouring-chanie-wenjack-2#new_tab) - Bruce County, along with community partners, invites the public to participate in upcoming Walk for Wenjack events planned in Neyaashiinigmiing, Wiarton, and Southampton this summer and fall. Everybody has their own reason to “Walk for Wenjack” in 2024. For some, it may be a moment to honour Chanie Wenjack and the many others like him. For others, it may be an opportunity to raise awareness of the true history of residential schools.
- [Reconciliation: Turning words into action in Toronto’s development space | Real Estate Magazine](https://realestatemagazine.ca/reconciliation-turning-words-into-action-in-torontos-development-space/#new_tab) - When Gord Downie, lead singer of the Tragically Hip, first heard the story of Chanie Wenjack, he wondered why he didn’t learn about residential schools when he was in school himself, shares Kayleigh O’Connor, who works for the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and comes from a family of Cree heritage.
- [PwC Canada Enhances Indigenous Reconciliation Efforts through PAR Program Commitment | CEOWORLD Magazine](https://ceoworld.biz/2024/07/12/pwc-canada-enhances-indigenous-reconciliation-efforts-through-par-program-commitment/#new_tab) - PwC Canada has announced its commitment to the Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) program, reinforcing its dedication to advancing Indigenous reconciliation efforts. The PAR program, established in 2001 by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), aims to support progressive improvements in Indigenous relations. It evaluates performance in four key areas: Leadership Actions, Employment, Business Development, and Community Relations (Engagement and Support).
- [Brampton's summer bucket list: Free outdoor movies and concerts | Narcity Toronto](https://www.narcity.com/toronto/brampton-summer-events#new_tab) - This summer, Garden Square in Brampton is buzzing with free outdoor events perfect for all ages. Whether you're looking for a fun night out with the family or a lively evening with friends, there’s something for everyone.
- [Hudson’s Bay Establishes In-store DWF Legacy Space Pop-ups in Honour of Indigenous History Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/hudsonsbay-pressrelease-june-2024/) - Toronto, ON – In partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), Hudson’s Bay Foundation is proud to launch four Legacy Space pop-ups, in its Montreal, Toronto Queen Street, Downtown Vancouver, and Yorkdale locations in honour of Indigenous History Month. The pop-ups offer customers a space to connect, reflect on Canada’s true history, and learn about DWF’s work including Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund.
- [Spotlight: Comox Valley Schools](https://downiewenjack.ca/spotlight-comox-august-2019/) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is proud to say that all the schools in the Comox Valley School District are now members of our Legacy Schools program. All 23 school sites within the district will receive toolkits in preparation for the 2019-2020 school year. Not only is the whole school district now prepared to “Do Something” and create reconciliACTIONs moving forward, but some schools and students have already done great things this past year. These initial steps are important to recognize and highlight, as they helped introduce and inspire the rest of the district to become Legacy Schools, and support each other on their own path towards reconciliation. Their successes were recently highlighted in an article in their local newspaper that speaks on how well the district has come together to support Indigenous students and education.
- [Understanding the Secret Path](https://downiewenjack.ca/understanding-the-secret-path-2019/) - With host Tanya Talaga. In-depth interviews about Gord Downie, Chanie Wenjack, Secret Path, and the work of DWF.
- [Introducing our new Educator Advisory Committee](https://downiewenjack.ca/eac-october-2019/) - On Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund’s new Educator Advisory Committee met for the first time using online meeting software to connect members from throughout Canada. The meeting was the first time educators from throughout Canada gathered to discuss the Legacy Schools program and get to know one another. We are excited to have such a strong and dedicated team and look forward to improving the Legacy Schools program with their guidance and support.
- [Over 100 Students and Educators Provided With Opportunity to Attend Secret Path Live](https://downiewenjack.ca/secretpathlive-november-2019/) - Secret Path Live was an incredibly moving and impactful night for so many people, made even more special thanks to the generous support of the Buy One, Give One (BOGO) ticket purchasers. The BOGO ticket included one complimentary ticket for a Legacy School student or Indigenous youth who could not otherwise afford to attend the show. Through their generous support over 100 students and educators were able to attend, with five groups travelling over 1000km to attend.
- [Secret Path Week at Exploring by The Seat of Your Pants](https://downiewenjack.ca/secretpathweek-november-2019/) - We are happy to be able to provide you all with access to the in-class, interactive sessions that took place at Exploring by The Seat of Your Pants (EBTSOYP) for Secret Path Week. DWF would like to extend a very special thanks to Joe Grabowski at EBTSOYP for hosting all of the sessions and organizing the speakers. This year for Secret Path Week, EBTSOYP held conversations to inspire Indigenous education and forward reconciliation. They featured live events for classrooms featuring Indigenous scientists, artists and leaders. This was a valuable way to engage Legacy School classes in reconciliation and encourage students and educators to "Do Something"!
- [Jesse Thistle Joins The Artist Ambassador Program As Our First Author](https://downiewenjack.ca/jesse-thistle-november-2019/) - In 2016 Jesse Thistle, a Metis-Cree bestselling author, had the honour of meeting Gord Downie by chance one night in Toronto. Jesse was able to share with Gord the wonderful work he was doing at the time around intergenerational trauma. He remembers talking to Gord, "I thanked him for the work that he was doing on reconciliation and for making the nation aware of residential schools and Indigenous history, and that these issues now had more focus because of his efforts. He thanked me for the work that I was doing on intergenerational trauma and Métis History. He also said he was doing his best and he knows he might get some things wrong, but he’s trying and that’s what counts."
- [Mike Downie Visits Legacy Schools in Cambridge, Linwood and Kitchener Waterloo](https://downiewenjack.ca/mike-downie-february-2020/) - Late January, Mike Downie joined DWF staff in visiting several Legacy Schools; Linwood Public School, Kitchener-Waterloo Vocational & Collegiate Institute (KCI), Waterloo Collegiate Institute (WCI) and Ryerson Public School in Cambridge. Every Legacy School begins the journey to understanding our shared Canadian history from a different place - be it location, age, knowledge - and it was a truly beautiful experience to have the opportunity to visit elementary, middle, and high school students to learn where they are in their journeys. Conversations were had about the great initiatives students and teachers have been doing, and Mike shared stories about how the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund came to be, the development of Secret Path, and what it means to see the important work being done by students. As Mike stated, "Gord knew we needed to get into schools."
- [Whitehorse visits James Bay for Artist Ambassador Program](https://downiewenjack.ca/whitehorse-march-2020/) - Several communities along the James Bay Ice Road were treated with a special visit to their high schools by musicians Melissa McClelland and Luke Doucet of Whitehorse in early March. Students at Vezina Secondary School in Attawapiskat, ON; Francine J. Wesley Secondary School in Kashechewan, ON and Delores D. Echum Composite School in Moose Factory, ON were able to hear the band perform and ask questions of them and their involvement with the Gord Downie & Chaine Wenjack Fund Artist Ambassador program. The Legacy Schools High School Artist Ambassador program brings Indigenous and non-Indigenous musicians and other artists into high schools across Canada to inspire student leadership and forward the journey of reconciliation in school communities.
- [30 Books by Indigenous Authors to Read With Your Kids!](https://downiewenjack.ca/indigenous-authors-2020/) - Looking for a way to keep your kids engaged while schools are closed? Below is a list of books by Indigenous authors for children of various ages, all of which are available digitally!
- [Congratulations to the Legacy Schools Poster Contest Winners!](https://downiewenjack.ca/poster-contest-2020/) - Early in May, we challenged our Legacy Schools students to design posters that answer the question “What does it mean to be an Indigenous Ally?” They definitely rose to the occasion! We loved all of the posters that were submitted, and it was certainly difficult to select the winners from elementary, middle, and secondary schools. Winners will receive a prize pack from DWF and appear in our Legacy Schools calendar for 2020-2021.
- [ReconciliACTIONs At Legacy Schools](https://downiewenjack.ca/reconciliactions-october-2020/) - This past week many of our Legacy Schools took part in Secret Path Week, a week-long event that is held from October 17th to October 22nd to honour the passing of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack. Throughout the school year, and especially during Secret Path Week, we encourage our Legacy School educators and students to take part in reconciliACTIONs. These are meaningful actions that work towards reconciliation, creating awareness, learning and sharing to create strong relationships among all Canadians. We would love to acknowledge some of the great reconciliACTIONs that have been led by Legacy Schools not only during Secret Path Week but throughout the 2020 school year. We hope their powerful actions inspire you and those around you to get involved and #DoSomething.
- [The Educator Advisory Committee Welcomes New Members](https://downiewenjack.ca/eac-january-2021/) - Following a successful meeting on Dec. 5, 2020, the Educator Advisory Committee will meet again in March. Despite the difficult and unusual school year, our Legacy Schools have done great work in their efforts towards reconciliation. Their hard work and dedication has inspired our committee to continue to work as hard as possible - despite the circumstances - to improve and add to our Legacy Schools Program. We're extremely proud to introduce two new members to our committee.
- [A statement from DWF](https://downiewenjack.ca/215pledge-2021/) - On May 28, we learned about the heartbreaking discovery of 215 children buried at a former residential school on Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc territory in Kamloops, BC. We stand with the Secwépemc community, all the families and communities of these young children, and all those impacted by residential schools in their grief. “It’s really hard when we know what they are going through. We always knew findings would come out one day.” said Daisy Munroe, Chanie Wenjack’s eldest sister.
- [Poster Contest Highlights](https://downiewenjack.ca/poster-contest-2021/) - The Legacy School Program is proud to announce that there were over 100 submissions to this year’s Legacy Schools Spring Poster Contest, which closed on May 14th. Students were asked to illustrate how mental health influences their relationships with the land, their families and communities. We want to thank all the students who submitted their beautiful posters, and we hope they apply again next year.
- [Every Child Deserves to Feel Loved. Teaching young children about residential schools.](https://downiewenjack.ca/colleen-devlin-january-2022/) - Colleen Devlin is the Indigenous teacher for K/1 programming at École Puntledge Park, a Legacy School in Courtenay, B.C. She has been doing amazing work with younger children in teaching them about residential schools from an early age, creating a safe space for these important conversations. After DWF’s first virtual sharing circle, Colleen was kind enough to share her article with us so we could share it with other early primary teachers. “The more educators feel comfortable teaching this topic, the more our kids learn.”
- [ReconciliACTIONs from Argyle Alternative High School in Winnipeg, MB](https://downiewenjack.ca/reconciliactions-argyle-february-2022/) - Argyle Alternative High School became a Legacy School in May 2021. As an alternative high school, located in the heart of the North End of Winnipeg, on Treaty One Territory and home of the Metis Nation, our student body identifies as mostly Indigenous. Indigenous education is a core value at our school and included in all our programming.
- [Since May 2021: A Year of Grief, Action, and Change](https://downiewenjack.ca/215pledge-may-2022/) - This week marks one year since people throughout Canada and the world learned of the recovery of the remains of 215 children at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia. The past year has been a significant one for many reasons. During this time, we experienced profound grief as communities began the process of investigating the grounds of former residential schools. These processes have led to the identification of thousands of confirmed or suspected unmarked graves. Through this grief, however, we have also seen action from both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people working to appropriately address the legacy of harm. Canada has changed—it can never be the same.
- [2022: A Year in Review](https://downiewenjack.ca/december-2022/) - Reconciliation is a collective journey with no clear endpoint and this year has further demonstrated how important that journey continues to be. We would like to thank everyone who took reconciliACTION in 2022 and joined us on this journey to foster meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Here is a snapshot of how we built awareness and education and made connections to move reconciliation forward this year.
- [C.A.M.P. Announced As First Recipient of the Downie - Wenjack Blanket Fund Capacity Building Grant | Sask Music](https://www.saskmusic.org/news/the-latest/view,article/7530/c-a-m-p-announced-as-first-recipient-of-the-downie-wenjack-blanket-fund-capacity-building-grant#new_tab) - The Community Arts Mentorship Program (C.A.M.P.) in Saskatchewan has been awarded a substantial grant through the Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund's Capacity Building Grant, marking a significant milestone for Indigenous-led initiatives in the province.
- [Arts mentorship program receives $700K boost | PA NOW](https://panow.com/2024/04/18/arts-mentorship-program-receives-700k-boost/#new_tab) - A program that brings music education to remote and underserved communities in Saskatchewan, is receiving a big financial boost. The Community Arts Mentorship Program (CAMP) has been named the first recipient of the Downie – Wenjack Blanket Fund Capacity Building Grant – and will receive $175,000 per year for four years.
- [Sask. arts mentorship program focused on northern communities awarded significant grant | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/camp-sask-grant-downie-wenjack-blanket-fund-capacity-building-1.7178811#new_tab) - Community Arts Mentorship Program will receive $175,000 per year for 4 years
- [Hudson's Bay Foundation and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Announce First Recipients of Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund's Capacity Building Grant](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/hudson-s-bay-foundation-and-the-gord-downie-amp-chanie-wenjack-fund-announce-first-recipients-of-oshki-wupoowane-the-blanket-fund-s-capacity-building-grant-857583215.html#new_tab) - Hudson's Bay Foundation and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund are pleased to announce the first round of grant recipients of Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund's Capacity Building Grant. The Blanket Fund launched on September 30, 2022, with an initial $1 million investment from Hudson's Bay Foundation and a commitment to direct 100% of net proceeds from the sale of all HBC Point Blankets to The Blanket Fund moving forward.
- [Local foundation raises $21,500 for Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack fund | Two Row Times](https://tworowtimes.com/news/local/local-foundation-raises-21500-for-gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - A local foundation has raised $21,500 for the Chanie Wenjack fund in a symbolic honouring of the 215 Indigenous children whose remains were found in a hidden grave at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in May.
- [Status/Non-Status, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, DJ Shub to Play Toronto's Free Ziigwan Indigenous Music and Arts Festival | Exclaim!](https://exclaim.ca/music/article/status_non-status_blackie_and_the_rodeo_kings_dj_shub_to_play_torontos_free_ziigwan_indigenous_music_and_arts_festival#new_tab) - It's finally March, and it feels like the great thaw might finally be commencing. Signs of spring are starting to pop up, like Toronto's Ziigwan Indigenous music and arts festival — a free musical celebration of new beginnings.
- [Peterborough Public Library to be recognized as Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Legacy Space | kawartha NOW](https://kawarthanow.com/2023/03/08/peterborough-public-library-to-be-recognized-as-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund-legacy-space/#new_tab) - Legacy Spaces are safe and welcoming places encouraging conversations and education about Indigenous history and reconciliation
- [Leela Gilday performs for YK students in Downie Wenjack initiative | Cabin Radio](https://cabinradio.ca/109424/news/yellowknife/leela-gilday-performs-for-yk-students-in-downie-wenjack-initiative/#new_tab) - Leela Gilday performed for students at Range Lake North School on Wednesday as part of her ambassadorship with the Downie Wenjack Fund.
- [Kamsack Comprehensive students participate in Secret Path Week | Sask Today](https://www.sasktoday.ca/central/kamsack-times/kamsack-comprehensive-students-participate-in-secret-path-week-6040239#new_tab) - Secret Path Week is a national movement, commemorating the legacies of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack, that encourages actions towards reconciliation.
- [Hudson’s Bay Foundation Raises $1 Million for Its Charter for Change Initiative | Business Wire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221102005678/en/Hudson’s-Bay-Foundation-Raises-1-Million-for-Its-Charter-for-Change-Initiative#new_tab) - MONEY RAISED WILL HELP ACCELERATE RACIAL EQUITY IN CANADA
- [Weyburn Comp students do ‘Walk for Wenjack’ | Sask Today](https://www.sasktoday.ca/south/local-news/weyburn-comp-students-do-walk-for-wenjack-5979569#new_tab) - About 900 WCS students from Grades 7 to 12 took part in the Walk for Wenjack.
- [COLUMN: Remembering the Man Who Walks Among the Stars | Orillia Matters](https://www.orilliamatters.com/local-news/column-remembering-the-man-who-walks-among-the-stars-5962892#new_tab) - Paying tribute to the lessons we didn't know we needed, taught to us by Gord Downie, who died five years ago
- [ACTIVE INTERNATIONAL AND THE GORD DOWNIE & CHANIE WENJACK FUND TEAM UP TO UNVEIL MARKHAM'S FIRST LEGACY SPACE | NewsWire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/active-international-and-the-gord-downie-amp-chanie-wenjack-fund-team-up-to-unveil-markham-s-first-legacy-space-804396391.html#new_tab) - In partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), Active International, a media and asset solutions company, unveils Markham's first Legacy Space.
- [Gord Downie’s legacy, five years after his death | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/gord-downies-legacy-five-years-later/#new_tab) - Take a moment and remember where you were when the news came out on October 18, 2017. We knew it was coming but it hit like a punch to the heart: Gord Downie, singer, poet, artist, musician, friend, advocate, had passed away from a nearly two-year fight with glioblastoma.
- [Hudson’s Bay Foundation and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Partner to Launch Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund | Business Wire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220930005051/en/Hudson’s-Bay-Foundation-and-the-Gord-Downie-Chanie-Wenjack-Fund-Partner-to-Launch-Oshki-Wupoowane-The-Blanket-Fund#new_tab) - Business Wire - Moving Forward, 100% of Net Proceeds from the Sale of all HBC Point Blankets will go to Indigenous Peoples. The First $1 Million Contribution from Hudson’s Bay Foundation Helps Launch the Initiative
- [Sales of iconic Hudson's Bay blankets will now support fund for Indigenous initiatives | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/hudsons-bay-blankets-downie-wenjack-fund-1.6600770#new_tab) - CBC - The Hudson's Bay Foundation and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund have announced that from now on, 100 per cent of the net proceeds from the sale of HBC's famed striped wool blankets will provide support for Indigenous cultural, artistic and educational activities through a newly launched initiative called Oshki Wupoowane — The Blanket Fund.
- [Hudson’s Bay to direct all proceeds from the sale of its point blankets to Indigenous initiatives | The Globe and Mail](https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-hudson-bay-blanket-indigenous-proceeds/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter#new_tab) - The Globe and Mail
- [The Bay to donate all profits from 'point blankets' | City News](https://toronto.citynews.ca/video/2022/09/30/the-bay-to-donate-all-profits-from-point-blankets/#new_tab) - The Bay has announced that any and all profits from their "point blankets" will be donated to the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack fund. Richard Southern reports.
- [Fengate unveils Legacy Space in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | NewsWire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/fengate-unveils-legacy-space-in-partnership-with-the-gord-downie-amp-chanie-wenjack-fund-868951977.html#new_tab) - Fengate Asset Management ("Fengate"), is proud to unveil a Legacy Space at its downtown Toronto office, in partnership with The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund ("DWF").
- [Radio broadcasters reunite for A Day To Listen 2022 | Broadcast Dialogue](https://broadcastdialogue.com/radio-broadcasters-reunite-for-a-day-to-listen-2022/#new_tab) - Radio broadcasters from across the country are once again coming together on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Friday, Sept. 30 with A Day To Listen 2022.
- [CIBC opens Legacy Space at global headquarters to support pathways to reconciliation | NewsWire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/cibc-opens-legacy-space-at-global-headquarters-to-support-pathways-to-reconciliation-831963473.html#new_tab) - CIBC today announced the opening of a Legacy Space at its global headquarters, CIBC SQUARE, ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2022.
- [1,000 students learn about Indigenous cultures as Scotiabank Arena turns into giant classroom | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/national-indigenous-peoples-day-toronto-1.6495945#new_tab) - Toronto kids taught about residential schools' lasting impact as part of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
- [Hudson’s Bay Foundation Opens Legacy Spaces in Partnership With the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | Business Wire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220621005969/en/Hudson’s-Bay-Foundation-Opens-Legacy-Spaces-in-Partnership-With-the-Gord-Downie-Chanie-Wenjack-Fund#new_tab) - In partnership with Downie Wenjack Fund, Hudson's Bay Foundation is proud to unveil two Legacy Spaces at The Bay and Hudson’s Bay head offices in Toronto. Inspired by Chanie Wenjack’s story and Gord Downie’s call to action to build a better Canada, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) aims to build cultural understanding
- [He's really not gone': Gord Downie's brother says Tragically Hip doc will tell story of Canada | Toronto Sun](https://torontosun.com/entertainment/television/hes-really-not-gone-gord-downies-brother-to-tell-tragically-hips-story-in-new-doc#new_tab) - 'Some days when I’m sitting in my office and working away, I feel his presence,' documentarian says
- [Grupo Bimbo bakes truth and reconciliation into its corporate culture | Strategy](https://strategyonline.ca/2022/04/05/grupo-bimbo-bakes-truth-and-reconciliation-into-its-corporate-culture/#new_tab) - Mexico-based baked goods giant Grupo Bimbo’s Canadian operations have made a commitment to Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation. Only they don’t call it “reconciliation” at Bimbo Canada.
- [Bimbo Canada Unveils Legacy Space In Partnership With The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | News Wire](https://www.perishablenews.com/bakery/bimbo-canada-unveils-legacy-space-in-partnership-with-the-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - Canada’s oldest and largest bakery, Bimbo Canada has created a Legacy Space at its head office in Etobicoke, Ontario today as part of a five-year commitment to The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF). This will help build cultural understanding, connections and a path to reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
- [THE DOWNIE AND WENJACK FUND: HOW THE STORY OF A LITTLE BOY WHO FLED A RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SPARKED A MOVEMENT | The Medium](https://themedium.ca/the-downie-and-wenjack-fund-how-the-story-of-a-little-boy-who-fled-a-residential-school-sparked-a-movement/#new_tab) - The fund is inspired by Chanie Wenjack’s story and Gord Downie’s legacy to build a better Canada.
- [1812 FOOTBALL CLUB UNVEILS KITS IN SUPPORT OF THE GORD DOWNIE AND CHANIE WENJACK FUND | Barrie 360](https://barrie360.com/1812-football-club-unveils-2021-home-away-kits-in-support-of-the-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - Just in time for the club’s home opener at Terry Fox Stadium (Brampton, ON) on Saturday, August 14th, 1812 Football Club is pleased to debut its 2021 home and away kits, created in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
- [Cluster Stars Song Book to support Gord Downie’s legacy | Anishinabek News](https://anishinabeknews.ca/2021/07/27/cluster-stars-song-book-to-support-gord-downies-legacy/#new_tab) - Calgary singer-songwriter Sandra Sutter has published a book that combines the talents of four artists to support the iconic Canadian recording artist Gord Downie’s legacy of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
- [COLUMN: Chanie Wenjack's story better known because of Gord Downie | Orillia Matters](https://www.orilliamatters.com/membership/features/column-chanie-wenjacks-story-better-known-because-of-gord-downie-3965772#new_tab) - Gord Downie is gone, but his message must remain with Canadians.
- [#ReconciliACTION school project sparks discourse | Columbia Valley Pioneer](https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com/reconciliaction-school-project-sparks-discourse/#new_tab) - An elementary school in the Kootenays may become an early adopter of the Legacy School program with the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund thanks to a project geared towards #ReconciliACTION
- [Downie talks reconciliation with Comox Valley Schools staff | Comox Valley Record](https://www.comoxvalleyrecord.com/news/downie-talks-reconciliation-withcomox-valley-schools-staff-1615369#new_tab) - School District 71 staff will be bringing together all staff for the first time for the upcoming professional development day on Feb. 12.
- [School project garners accolades from community | Toronto Star](https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2021/02/04/school-project-garners-accolades-from-community.html#new_tab) - Toronto Star - Students from JA Laird Elementary School have welcomed community feedback from businesses in the Columbia Valley, and even from some residential school survivors, on a recent school project.
- [Canada's top doubles luge team gets creative to fill sponsorship role | CTV News](https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/canada-s-top-doubles-luge-team-gets-creative-to-fill-sponsorship-role-1.5240815#new_tab) - CTV News - Canada's top doubles luge team had to get creative in order to find a new sponsor to help fund their 2021 World Cup season. Tristan Walker and Justin Snith are getting ready to head to Germany to start their World Cup season to compete in three World Cups and a world championship in January and like all high performance athletes, the dynamic luge duo rely on sponsorship deals to help finance their World Cup and Olympic dreams - most years.
- [Durham to host new podcast series | Oshawa Express](http://oshawaexpress.ca/durham-to-host-new-podcast-series/#new_tab) - Oshawa Express - The first four episodes are available now, featuring guests such as Regional Chair John Henry; CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce Rocco Rossi; Executive Director and Co-Head of the Toronto International Film Festival Joana Vicente; and President and CEO of the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund Sarah Midanik.
- [Moosonee Public School joins Legacy School program | Timmins Today](https://www.timminstoday.com/local-news/moosonee-public-school-joins-legacy-school-program-2838751#new_tab) - Timmins Today - Moosonee Public School (MPS) has taken the next step in raising awareness about residential schools by registering to be a Legacy School.
- [Percy Baxter named legacy school through Downie-Wenjack Fund | North Bay Nugget](https://www.nugget.ca/news/local-news/percy-baxter-named-legacy-school-through-downie-wenjack-fund/wcm/a4b56869-681e-4b29-8c14-338a5bde0faf#new_tab) - North Bay Nugget - Percy Baxter Middle School is now considered a legacy school with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
- [Lillian Berg Walk For Wenjack Raises Over 5 Hundred Dollars | CKDR News](https://www.ckdr.net/2020/10/23/lillian-berg-students-walk-for-wenjack-raises-over-5-hundred-dollars/#new_tab) - CKDR News - A group of Grade 7 and 8 students of Lillian Berg School completed a 30 kilometre walk from the McIntosh Indian Residential School Memorial Site back to Lillian Berg School , in support of Walk For Wenjack on Thursday.
- [Students learn about reconciliation, residential schools in ceremony Thursday | Sentinel Review](https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/news/local-news/students-learn-about-reconciliation-residential-schools-in-ceremony-thursday#new_tab) - Sentinel Review - Students at École secondaire Notre Dame in Woodstock learned about missing and murdered Indigenous women in Canada and the shameful legacy of residential school in a ceremony on Thursday afternoon.
- [Students walk Chippewa grounds to honour Chanie Wenjack | North Bay Nugget](https://www.nugget.ca/news/local-news/students-walk-chippewa-grounds-to-honour-chanie-wenjack#new_tab) - North Bay Nugget - Chippewa Secondary School students participated in a walk, Thursday, to raise awareness about Chanie Wenjack's story and the residential school system.
- [St. Thomas Aquinas students raise funds for Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Foundation | Red Deer Advocate](https://www.reddeeradvocate.com/news/st-thomas-aquinas-students-raise-funds-for-gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjack-foundation/#new_tab) - Red Deer Advocate - Grade 6 students at St. Thomas Aquinas Middle School showcased their learning about the legacy of residential schools. They started learning about the subject on Orange Shirt Day, Sept. 30, which is designed to educate and promote awareness about the impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities.
- [The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization Announce Five-Year Partnership for Orange Shirt Day | NWMO](https://www.nwmo.ca/en/More-information/News-and-Activities/2020/09/28/20/49/The-Gord-Downie-Chanie-Wenjack-Fund-Announce-Five-Year-Partnership#new_tab) - NWMO - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) today announced plans to work together to create a meaningful pathway for Reconciliation.
- [Chippewa students raise money for Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | My North Bay Now](https://www.mynorthbaynow.com/51803/chippewa-students-raise-money-for-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - My North Bay Now - Art was on display, dancers dazzled, and short films were shown at Chippewa Secondary School Tuesday evening.
- [Celebrating Gord Downie’s Birthday with Acoustic Hip from Starpainters | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/celebrating-gord-downies-birthday-with-acoustic-hip-from-starpainters/#new_tab) - A Journal of Musical Things - Gord Downie would’ve celebrated his 56th birthday on February 6. As has become tradition, Buffalo’s Strictly Hip is throwing a party to benefit the Gord Downie & Wenjack Fund, inviting along some friends to help keep Downie’s spirit alive and to answer his call to Do Something in the name of reconciliation.
- [Thunder Bay elementary school unveils mural as 'one small piece in larger mosaic' of reconciliation | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-reconciliation-mural-westmount-1.5429170#new_tab) - CBC - A mural unveiled at an elementary school in Thunder Bay on Wednesday represents one small step on the path to reconciliation, said Eric Fredrickson, the principal of Westmount Public School in the northwestern Ontario city.
- [Mike Downie visiting U of R to talk Secret Path, importance of reconciliation | Regina Leader-Post](https://leaderpost.com/news/local-news/mike-downie-visiting-u-of-r-to-talk-secret-path-importance-of-reconciliation/#new_tab) - Regina Leader-Post - Seven years ago Mike and Gord Downie’s knowledge of Canada’s residential school system was close to nothing.
- [Waterford walks for Wenjack | Simcoe Reformer](https://www.simcoereformer.ca/news/local-news/waterford-walks-for-wenjack#new_tab) - Simcoe Reformer - Students at Waterford Public School participated in the school’s first Walk for Wenjack event. Grades 3 through 8 attended an assembly Monday to learn about the story of Chanie Wenjack, an Anishinaabe boy who died in 1966 at the age of 12 when he escaped a residential school.
- [Mike Downie says Secret Path Live was ‘powerful’ and he’d ‘love to do it again’ | Red Deer Advocate](https://www.reddeeradvocate.com/entertainment/mike-downie-says-secret-path-live-was-powerful-and-hed-love-to-do-it-again-6778142#new_tab) - Red Deer Advocate - A brother of the late Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie says a weekend benefit concert performance of his “Secret Path” album was a “powerful” show and he isn’t ruling out making it an annual event, possibly in different cities.
- [Gord Downie’s Secret Path concert recreated two years after his death | CTV News](https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/gord-downie-s-secret-path-concert-recreated-two-years-after-his-death-1.4646411#new_tab) - CTV News - Two years after his death, Gord Downie’s memorable concert performance of his Secret Path album, was recreated by performers in Toronto Saturday night.
- [Answer Gord Downie’s Call to #DoSomething This Secret Path Week | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/answer-gord-downies-call-to-dosomething-this-secret-path-week/#new_tab) - A Journal of Musical Things - By now, most of us are familiar with the story of Chanie Wenjack, the 12-year-old boy who tried to walk the 600 kilometers home, from the Cecelia Jeffrey Indian Residential School to Ogoki Post on the Marten Falls Reserve. He died a week after his ran away; his body was found on the train tracks where he’d succumbed to starvation and exposure.
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path concert being recreated two years after his death | Toronto Sun](https://torontosun.com/news/local-news/gord-downies-secret-path-concert-being-recreated-two-years-after-his-death#new_tab) - Toronto Sun - Two days and two years after the death of Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie, musicians including Sam Roberts, Tanya Tagaq, July Talk, Sarah Harmer, and Buffy Sainte-Marie will gather Saturday to perform at Roy Thomson Hall for Secret Path Live.
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path Week returns with its second annual concert | The Loop](https://www.etalk.ca/music/2019/10/17/gord-downies-secret-path-week-returns-with-its-second-annual-concert.html#new_tab) - The Loop - It’s been two years since The Tragically Hip’s lead singer and lyricist Gord Downie passed away. One of the many legacies Downie left behind is his story of The Secret Path, a collection of 10 poems inspired by the life of Chanie Wenjack, a 12-year-old boy who was abused in one of our country’s residential schools. Downie has turned Chanie’s story into a national movement to raise awareness about the mistreatment of Indigenous people, and the path for reconciliation.
- [Comox Valley Schools first district in Canada to sign all schools to Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund School Legacy program | Comox Valley Record](https://www.comoxvalleyrecord.com/news/comox-valley-schools-first-district-in-canada-to-sign-all-schools-to-gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjack-fund-school-legacy-program/#new_tab) - Comox Valley Record - The Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) announced in August that Comox Valley Schools (SD 71) became the first school district in Canada to sign on all schools to the Legacy School project.
- [Downie-Wenjack Fund strives to keep attention on Indigenous issues | City News](https://toronto.citynews.ca/video/2019/10/15/downie-wenjack-fund-strives-to-keep-attention-on-indigenous-issues/#new_tab) - CityNews - Prior to his death, Gord Downie founded the Downie-Wenjack Fund in an effort to call attention to Indigenous issues in Canada. Audra Brown with how the organization is striving to keep those issues at the forefront of this election campaign.
- [Secret Path Week continues Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack’s legacy | Global News](https://globalnews.ca/video/6044219/secret-path-week-continues-gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjacks-legacy#new_tab) - The late Gord Downie’s brother, Mike Downie, and Sarah Midanik talked about the show planned for Secret Path Week and the importance of reconciliation.
- [The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund proudly announces the second annual Secret Path Week is October 17-22 | Newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/the-gord-downie-amp-chanie-wenjack-fund-proudly-announces-the-second-annual-secret-path-week-is-october-17-22-842305187.html#new_tab) - Canada Newswire - Today, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) proudly announced the official launch of the second annual Secret Path Week. The goal of Secret Path Week is to answer Gord Downie's call to "do something" by creating reconciliACTIONs and furthering the conversation about the history of residential schools.
- [First Listen: Understanding the Secret Path | A Journal of Musical Things](https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/first-listen-understanding-the-secret-path/#new_tab) - Between October 17 and 22, Canadians are called to “Do Something,” as urged by Gord Downie during the final Tragically Hip concert, to further the conversation about reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures and people.
- [Downie tribute show becomes personal for performers | The Kingston Whig Standard](https://www.thewhig.com/entertainment/local-arts/downie-tribute-show-becomes-personal-for-performers#new_tab) - The Kingston Whig Standard - Of the many musicians playing at the Gord Downie tribute show Saturday evening, two have a personal connection to the late Tragically Hip frontman.
- [P.A. Raiders set to team up with Downie, Wenjack Fund | paNOW](https://panow.com/2019/09/26/p-a-raiders-set-to-team-up-with-downie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - paNOW. This Saturday when the Raiders host the Winnipeg Ice, the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund will be selling merchandise to raise money to help support their work, which focuses on promoting and bringing people together in the spirit of national reconciliation. Besides the money from the sale of merchandise, funds from the jersey auction will go to support the Downie, Wenjack Fund.
- [Gord Downie Toronto Benefit Concert Gets ​Buffy Sainte-Marie, Sam Roberts, July Talk | exclaim!](http://exclaim.ca/music/article/buffy_sainte-marie_sam_roberts_july_talk_to_perform_at_secret_path_live_benefit_concert#new_tab) - Exclaim! - Gord Downie will be celebrated with a special Toronto benefit concert called "Secret Path Live," which will find a series of performers paying tribute to the late Tragically Hip frontman.
- [Scotiabank Unveils Public Legacy Space in Partnership With The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | Newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/scotiabank-unveils-public-legacy-space-in-partnership-with-the-gord-downie-amp-chanie-wenjack-fund-899097392.html#new_tab) - Canada Newswire - Scotiabank has unveiled its second Downie Wenjack Legacy Space in Toronto, further signifying its commitment to promoting education and discussion around reconciliation.
- [Gord Downie will receive posthumous humanitarian award | Toronto Star](https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/gord-downie-will-receive-posthumous-humanitarian-award/article_80c883e9-74b9-5618-bc7d-9b108d9910a5.html#new_tab) - The Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award recognizes the late Tragically Hip frontman’s charitable work, especially the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund.
- [North Vancouver schools partner with Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund | North Shore News](https://www.nsnews.com/community/north-vancouver-schools-partner-with-gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjack-fund-1.23469800#new_tab) - North Shore News - It’s a simple story, and yet so difficult for some to comprehend how it could happen in Canada.
- [Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space Officially Launched at Dalhousie | Dal News](https://www.dal.ca/news/2018/10/18/gord-downie-and-chanie-wenjack-legacy-space-officially-launched-.html#new_tab) - Dal News - A designated space dedicated to providing accurate information about Indigenous history and the journey of reconciliation — that’s the concept behind the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space program.
- [Why a dying Gord Downie struggled to reveal 'The Secret Path' to Canadians | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/national-gord-downie-secret-path-chanie-wenjack-1.4846918#new_tab) - Downie transfixed by story of Chanie Wenjack, compelled to raise awareness of residential schools
- [Finding the Secret Path: New film chronicles Gord Downie's efforts to share Chanie Wenjack's story | CBC](https://cbc.ca/arts/secretpath/finding-the-secret-path-new-film-chronicles-gord-downie-s-efforts-to-share-chanie-wenjack-s-story-1.4852829#new_tab) - The film, documenting the last year of Gord Downie's life, premieres Friday, October 12.
- [Benefit concert raises $10,000 for Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund | Kawartha NOW](https://kawarthanow.com/2018/05/26/benefit-concert-raises-10000-for-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - Gord Downie's siblings Patrick, Paula, and Mike attended the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Benefit Concert on May 11, 2018, which raised $10,000 for the fund supporting awareness, education, and acts of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.
- [Downie-Wenjack fund receives $5M in 2018 federal budget | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/wenjack-fund-2018-budget-1.4554500#new_tab) - CBC - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund will receive $5 million in funding as part of the 2018 Canadian federal budget.
- [Families of Chanie Wenjack & Gord Downie To Join Celebration Of Chanie Wenjack School For Indigenous Studies | PTBO Canada](https://www.ptbocanada.com/journal/2018/2/26/families-of-chanie-wenjack-gord-downie-to-join-celebration-of-chanie-wenjack-school-for-indigenous-studies#new_tab) - The Chanie Wenjack School for Indigenous Studies at Trent University honours the life and history of Chanie Wenjack, a young Anishinaabe boy who died in his attempt to escape residential school in 1966.
- [Toronto Rock to partner with Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund | Sports Net](https://www.sportsnet.ca/more/toronto-rock-partner-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/#new_tab) - The Toronto Rock have partnered with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund for the National Lacrosse League team’s home opener on Dec. 16 against the Saskatchewan Rush at Air Canada Centre.
- ['Now we get to work': Mike Downie on his brother Gord | Maclean's](https://macleans.ca/society/now-we-get-to-work-mike-downie-on-his-brother-gord/#new_tab) - The Tragically Hip’s Gord Downie spent the time before his death focused on Indigenous issues and reconciliation. His brother Mike talks about moving the mission forward.
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path gave 'exposure' to residential school stories, Chanie Wenjack's sister says | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/gord-downie-wenjack-family-1.4362392#new_tab) - Daisy Munroe says frontman's visit north to launch project, meet Chanie's family was appreciated
- [Agnes Wenjack, residential school survivor and mom of Chanie Wenjack, dies at 89 | Toronto Star](https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/agnes-wenjack-residential-school-survivor-and-mom-of-chanie-wenjack-dies-at-89/article_c6280b52-d203-58ae-b1ba-709e23e45c96.html#new_tab) - Chanie Wenjack's short life has become an iconic symbol of the residential school era in Canada.
- [Halifax businesses look to make reconciliation a part of daily life | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/halifax-businesses-look-to-make-reconciliation-a-part-of-daily-life-1.4206356#new_tab) - Tragically Hip rocker Gord Downie's fund announces new Halifax 'legacy rooms'
- [Tragic story of Chanie Wenjack inspires garden at Canada Blooms show | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/secret-path-garden-canada-blooms-1.4027991#new_tab) - The Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund, which supports connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, documented the building of the Secret Path Garden. (Muriel Draaisma/CBC)
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path leads to legacy project in honour of Chanie Wenjack | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/gord-downie-assembly-first-nations-secret-path-mike-downie-chanie-wenjack-1.3873377#new_tab) - Downie performed the Secret Path in Halifax at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium to a sold-out crowd of 1,023.
- ['Truth gets to people' in Kenora, Ont., 'the town that hardly noticed' Chanie Wenjack's death | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/kenora-secret-path-1.3819304#new_tab) - Emotions high as classmates of Charlie Wenjack watch Gord Downie's Secret Path
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path gives hope to Chanie Wenjack's sister Pearl | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-thursday-edition-1.3814041/gord-downie-s-secret-path-gives-hope-to-chanie-wenjack-s-sister-pearl-1.3814045#new_tab) - With "Secret Path," Gord Downie (centre) collaborates with Pearl Wenjack, (left) to tell the story of her brother Chanie Wenjack (right) who died trying to run away from a residential school in northern Ontario. (Alvin Fiddler/Twitter/Secret Path/CBC)
- [Chanie Wenjack's sister talks reading about brother in Gord Downie’s ‘The Secret Path’ | Global News](https://globalnews.ca/video/3011263/charlie-wenjacks-sister-talks-reading-about-brother-in-gord-downies-the-secret-path#new_tab) - Global News
- [Gord Downie's Secret Path brings hope to Chanie Wenjack's family, 50 years after boy's death | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/wenjack-family-response-secrect-path-1.3808589#new_tab) - 'It's time to get started,' Downie tells sold-out crowd in Ottawa
- [The Secret Path: Gord Downie's Chanie Wenjack tribute album | CBC](https://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-october-13-2016-1.3801716/the-secret-path-gord-downie-s-chanie-wenjack-tribute-album-1.3803073#new_tab) - Gord Downie's new album to be released in October is dedicated to residential school runaway Chanie Wenjack and will be accompanied by an 88-page graphic novel by Jeff Lemire. An animated film, inspired by the music and illustrations will be broadcast on CBC on Oct. 23. (Gord Downie/JeffLemire)
- [The story of Chanie "Charlie" Wenjack, whose death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in Canadian residential schools | Heritage Minutes](https://www.historicacanada.ca/content/heritage-minutes/chanie-wenjack#new_tab) - Historica Canada - The 84th Heritage Minute in Historica Canada's collection.
- [The lonely death of Chanie Wenjack | Maclean's](https://macleans.ca/society/the-lonely-death-of-chanie-wenjack/#new_tab) - Chanie was 12, and Indigenous. He died as the white world’s rules had forced him to live—cut off from his people.
- [Educator Profile: Grace Gadon, K-3 Music Specialist, Elizabeth Rummel School, AB](https://downiewenjack.ca/educatorprofile-gracegadon/) - "As an elementary music teacher who is constantly looking for impactful ways to weave Indigenous learning, particularly about residential schools to my students, I came across the song "Run" by Indigenous folk-gospel Juno-award winner, William Prince. Initially chosen for a musical performance for our Terry Fox assembly, when I looked more closely at the lyrics and 'felt' the rawness of the song, I thought of Secret Path, which I had been reading again as we neared Truth and Reconciliation Week."
- [Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Indigenous Businesses](https://downiewenjack.ca/2023-holiday-gift-guide/) - To help you take #reconciliACTION while you shop for your loved ones this holiday season, we’ve put together DWF’s first-ever Holiday Gift Guide. Below you will find 12 Indigenous-owned businesses, the new DWF Merch Store, and of course, The Bay’s iconic Point Blankets, which support Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund. Happy Holidays!
- [Two Years Since 215+](https://downiewenjack.ca/two-years-since-215/) - Content warning: This newsletter contains information about residential schools. Mental health support is available. Today, May 28, marks two years since the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation announced that preliminary findings indicated the remains of 215+ children were buried at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School.
- [DWF 2019-2020 Annual Report](https://downiewenjack.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/DWF-Annual-Report-2019-2020-FINAL_web.pdf#new_tab) - Our 2019-2020 Annual Report has been released, filled with information on our programs, what we’ve achieved in our second year, and much more!
- [The Mulligan Stew Podcast featuring Tom Wilson & Kevin Hearn](https://www.mulliganstew.ca/2019/10/20/ep-77-kevin-hearn-and-tom-wilson-podcast/#new_tab) - On the eve of the 2nd anniversary of the passing of Gord Downie, Terry David Mulligan talks with Kevin Hearn and Tom Wilson about ‘Secret Path Live’.
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## Events

- [DWF LIVE | 10 Years Later: The Origins and Impact of Gord Downie’s Secret Path with Mike Downie & Harriet Visitor](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-10-years-later-the-origins-and-impact-of-gord-downies-secret-path-268/) - October 20, 2026 11:00 AM PT | 12:00 PM MT | 1:00 PM CT | 2:00 PM ET | 3:00 PM AT | 3:30 PM NT To honour the 10th anniversary of Secret Path, this special DWF LIVE features two conversations exploring its creation, impact, and legacy. Harriet Visitor and Mike Downie will reflect on what sharing
- [DWF LIVE | 10 Years Later: The Origins and Impact of Gord Downie’s Secret Path with The Secret Path Band](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-10-years-later-the-origins-and-impact-of-gord-downies-secret-path/) - October 22, 2026 11:00 AM PT | 12:00 PM MT | 1:00 PM CT | 2:00 PM ET | 3:00 PM AT | 3:30 PM NT To honour the 10th anniversary of Secret Path, this special DWF LIVE features two conversations exploring its creation, impact, and legacy. This second conversation will bring together those who helped shape
- [Walk for Wenjack & Film Showing](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/walk-for-wenjack-film-showing/) - Walk for Wenjack around Downtown Haliburton: 2-3pm Film Showing at the Rails End Gallery: 3- 5pm
- [Manito Ahbee Pow Wow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/manito-ahbee-pow-wow-2026/) - The Manito Ahbee Festival Pow Wow is one of the largest gatherings of its kind in Western Canada.
- [City of Brampton Powwow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/city-of-brampton-powwow-2026/) - The City of Brampton, together with Algoma University and The Indigenous Network, is hosting its second Traditional Pow Wow. October 24th, 2026.
- [The Walrus Talks | Community Reborn](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-walrus-talks-community-reborn/) - At The Walrus Talks Community Reborn, leading thinkers and civic leaders will explore how nonprofits are the invisible glue holding our society together.
- [Secret Path Concert with DeeDee Austin](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/secret-path-concert-with-deedee-austin/) - Golden Buzzer winner on Canada’s Got Talent, multi-year Music Nova Scotia’s Indigenous Art of the Year, and proud member of the Abegweit First Nation, 20-year-old DEEDEE AUSTIN is an Indigenous Pop Powerhouse. Join DeeDee Austin and the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund for a Secret Path concert on October 21st, 2026. 📅 October 21st,
- [Grace 2 - Celebrating the Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-celebrating-the-tragically-hip-3/) - The Horseshoe Tavern & Lake of Bays Brewing Co. presents: Grace 2 - Celebrating the Tragically Hip Over the last four years, this event has raised over $81,000 for the Downie Wenjack Fund. This is the year we cross the finish line. Join us as we push to hit our massive milestone goal of $100,000
- [She Carries the Song w/ Celeigh Cardinal, Mimi O’Bonsawin, and Lacey Hill](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/she-carries-the-song-w-celeigh-cardinal-mimi-obonsawin-and-lacey-hill/) - Three powerful Indigenous women – Celeigh Cardinal (Cree), Mimi O’Bonsawin (W8banaki), and Lacey Hill (Oneida/Mohawk) – come together in this intimate and moving performance that weaves voice, story, and song into a shared circle of strength. Rooted in their distinct Nations and musical styles, these artists carry the songs of their ancestors, their homelands, and
- [The Secret Path Cushion Concert w/ Kate Dickson & Shannon Thunderbird](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-secret-path-cushion-concert-w-kate-dickson-shannon-thunderbird/) - Presented in support of the DWF, join community Elders Kate Dickson and Shannon Thunderbird for an afternoon of discovery and teachings from the First Peoples.
- [Celebrating Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/celebrating-gord-downie-and-the-tragically-hip/) - An annual concert in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. The Secret Path Band performs a live rendition of the Secret Path album alongside the accompanying film. Followed by Strictly Hip, celebrated masters of The Tragically Hip's music, honouring Gord Downie's lasting legacy. 📅 Thursday, October 15th, 2026 📍 FirstOntario Performing Arts
- [An imPACt Education Series performance:  Secret Path LIVE](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/an-impact-education-series-performance-secret-path-live/) - A screening of Secret Path featuring a live musical score performed by The Secret Path Band. Presented in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
- [W.J. Henderson Community Centre 50th Anniversary Celebration!](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/w-j-henderson-community-centre-50th-anniversary-celebration/) - Enjoy a fun-filled day with live music, games, activities, free public swim and skate, a BBQ fundraiser, The Makers Market, and a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony.
- [Tkaronto Open III](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/tkaronto-open-iii/) - A vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture and beauty, showcasing talented Indigenous dancers from across Turtle Island. This edition features the Women's Jingle Dress Showcase: Old Style vs. Contemporary. Co-presented by Fall for Dance North, Union, and TO Live, this gathering brings the power of Indigenous music and dance to the heart of the city in
- [Runway of Rezilience 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/runway-of-rezilience-2026/) - Seeing Red is bringing together Indigenous designers, artists, musicians, and storytellers for their third annual Runaway of Rezilience.
- [Walking Through The Fire: Sultans of String Visual Album](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/walking-through-the-fire-sultans-of-string-visual-album/) - What do Crystal Shawanda, Leela Gilday, Northern Cree powwow group, a dozen other Indigenous artists, and Roots band Sultans of String have in common? They have all come together in the spirit of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and Final Report that calls for Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists to work together
- [Secret Path 10th Anniversary Concert](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/secret-path-10th-anniversary-concert/) - DWF is celebrating the10th anniversary of Secret Path with our Secret Path 10th Anniversary Concert on Friday, October 23, 2026!
- [Truth and ReconciliACTION Market](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-and-reconciliaction-market/) - Join us for the 4th annual ReconciliACTION Market featuring Indigenous vendors, artists, and community organizations! 🧡
- [Stetís ímexstowx | Walk Beside Us](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/stetis-imexstowx-walk-beside-us/) - Join us at Civic Plaza and Thunderbird Square for Stetís ímexstowx (Walk Beside Us), a community day of learning, reflection, and connection in honour of Truth and Reconciliation. Stetís ímexstowx (Stah tee-ss ee-mehx-sst-owwhx) is a meaningful Halq’eméylem phrase that translates to "walk beside us." Guided by this spirit, local civic organizations have come together to
- [National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Place des Arts](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-at-place-des-arts/) - Join Indigenous artists on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as they share their stories, reflect on their journeys, and showcase their unique artforms.
- [Shaping Canada: In Conversation — Autumn Peltier, hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/shaping-canada-in-conversation-autumn-peltier-hosted-by-george-stroumboulopoulos/) - Join Indigenous activist Autumn Peltier in conversation with Canadian broadcaster George Stroumboulopoulos, for this edition of the Shaping Canada series.
- [Woodland Cultural Centre: National Day For Truth And Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/woodland-cultural-centre-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/) - Join us at Woodland Cultural Centre for a day of reflection, learning, culture and community as we mark National Day for Truth And Reconciliation.
- [Pwaaganigaawin / Pow Wow TMU](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pwaaganigaawin-pow-wow-tmu/) - Friday, September 11, 2026. This year's theme is Abinoojinyag Gchi-piitendaagziwag | Every Child Matters.
- [Chippewas Of Georgina Island Pow Wow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/chippewas-of-georgina-island-pow-wow-2026/) - Experience the traditions of the Chippewas of Georgina Island at the 2026 Pow Wow – Spirit of the Drum.
- [Harvest Moon Pow-Wow 4](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/harvest-moon-pow-wow-4/) - Join Walpole First Nation for their 4th annual Harvest Moon Pow-Wow! More Details Submit your event to our calendar
- [DWF LIVE: Healing & Hope with Chief Dr. Robert Joseph](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-healing-hope-with-chief-dr-robert-joseph/) - DWF LIVE features an A Day to Listen conversation with Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, Hereditary Chief of the Gwawaenuk First Nation, and voice for reconciliation.
- [DWF LIVE: Heart-Centred Archaeology with Dr. Kisha Supernant](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-heart-centred-archaeology-with-dr-kisha-supernant/) - DWF LIVE features an A Day to Listen conversation with Dr. Kisha Supernant, a Métis archaeologist and one of Canada’s leading experts in Indigenous archaeology.
- [Mikinakoos Forest Fire Relief Show](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mikinakoos-forest-fire-relief-show/) - More than 20 artists are coming together to raise money to support First Nations youth from the communities affected by this year's forest fires.
- [STOODIS MUSIC FEST](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/stoodis-music-fest/) - Launching September 19 in Calgary, Alberta, Stoodis Fest is a new Indigenous music festival rooted in community, culture, and the future.
- [9th Indigenous Legacy Gathering](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/9th-indigenous-legacy-gathering/) - Join us for the 9th Annual Indigenous Legacy Gathering, a meaningful celebration of culture and community held at Nathan Phillips Square.
- ['Wiidabimishin: Sit Beside Me' Two-Spirit Drag Showcase](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wiidabimishin-sit-beside-me-two-spirit-drag-showcase/) - Matter is thrilled to invite you to 'Wiidabimishin: Sit Beside Me' Two-Spirit Drag Show — to celebrate Two-Spirit art through drag, story, and connection. 💫 💜
- [150th Anniversary of Treaty 6 Commemoration: New Single Cinematic Single “1876”](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/150th-anniversary-of-treaty-6-commemoration-new-single-cinematic-single-1876/) - August 21 to 23 at Fort Carlton. To commemorate the signing of Treaty 6, the event will feature a live performance of "1876" by Michelle Joly and Peter Cameron.
- [Concerts in the Park -10th Anniversary of Final Tragically Hip Concert](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/concerts-in-the-park-10th-anniversary-of-final-tragically-hip-concert/) - On August 20th, The Almost Hip brings the iconic sound of the Tragically Hip back to Bobcaygeon! 🎵
- [Reconciliation Through Art - Learn Traditional Métis dance](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art-learn-traditional-metis-dance/) - Riley McKenzie from Métis dance troupe Prairie Fire teaches traditional dance for all ages. Register here to learn a traditional Métis dance!
- [Reconciliation Through Art - Traditional Métis Kitchen Party](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art-traditional-metis-kitchen-party/) - Métis Kitchen Parties are traditional social gatherings of family and friends. This event with feature a feast, live music and a abundance of dancing!
- [Reconciliation Through Art - Indigenous Art & Artisan Showcase](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art-indigenous-art-artisan-showcase/) - Indigenous artists will be sharing their work, demonstrating their craft, and offering the stories, teachings, and meanings behind their pieces
- [Hip Homage](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/hip-homage/) - Several local Simcoe County musicians are hosting Hip Homage, a grassroots recognition of The Tragically Hip's legacy. All proceeds go to DWF.
- [$2.50 For a Decade: 'Gift Shop - Tribute to The Tragically Hip'](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2-50-for-a-decade-gift-shop-tribute-to-the-tragically-hip/) - Join 'Gift Shop - Tribute to The Tragically Hip' as they celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Tragically Hip's legendary final concert!
- [CBC and The Tragically Hip present ‘The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration’](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/cbc-and-the-tragically-hip-present-the-tragically-hip-a-national-celebration/) - Ten years ago, The Tragically Hip took the stage for the final time. Now, the band is honouring its legacy with the CBC rebroadcast of their last show.
- [The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-tragically-hip-a-national-celebration/) - Experience one of Canada's most iconic bands with concert sized speakers and a giant screen at Keyano Theatre. You won't want to miss it!
- [The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-tragically-hip-a-national-celebration-2/) - Relive a defining moment in Canadian music history with the CBC rebroadcast of The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at Bert Church LIVE Theatre.
- [Wiikwemkoong Annual Cultural Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wiikwemkoong-annual-cultural-festival/) - In 1961, Wikwemikong Band Member Rosemary Odjig sought to revitalize the Pow Wow in Wikwemikong and held the very first “Wikwemikong Indian Days” held during the summer of that year. Since then the name would change to the Wikwemikong Annual Cultural Festival and would be revered as one of the largest, longest running Pow Wow
- [International First Peoples' Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-first-peoples-festival/) - The International First Peoples' Festival brings together film, music, dance, and visual arts in a multidisciplinary program to inspire dialogue and discovery.
- [kiʔláwnaʔ Stamiya Two Spirit Powwow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kiʔlawnaʔ-stamiya-two-spirit-powwow-2026/) - On Saturday, August 29, 2026, dancers, drummers, vendors, and community members come together for a day rooted in tradition, connection, and pride.
- [Piapot Traditional Powwow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/piapot-traditional-powwow-2026/) - Piapot First Nation warmly welcomes community members, families, dancers, singers, Elders, youth, and visitors to the 2026 Piapot Traditional Powwow.
- [Elmastukwek Mawio’mi](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/elmastukwek-mawiomi/) - Local indigenous and non-indigenous people alike come together to learn, connect, experience and celebrate. Aug 7-9 in Corner Brook, NL.
- [UpFRONT Festival of Indigenous Arts, Music and Culture](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/upfront-festival-of-indigenous-arts-music-and-culture/) - A free outdoor festival featuring Drezus, Crystal Shawanda, Tom Wilson Tehohahake Trio, and more. Join us for three days of extraordinary music, dance, puppetry, an artisan market, and more. More info: tolive.com/Event-Details-Page/reference/UpFRONT-2026
- [67th Annual Piikani Nation Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/67th-annual-piikani-nation-celebration/) - Three days of celebration as the Piikani Nation comes together to honour their culture and community. Everyone is welcome.
- [Back to Batoche 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/back-to-batoche-2026/) - Each summer, thousands gather at Batoche for one of Canada's largest outdoor Indigenous cultural celebrations.
- [ʔəm̓ i ce xʷiwəl | Come Toward the Fire Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ʔəm̓-i-ce-xʷiwəl-come-toward-the-fire-festival/) - Come to the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts for a two-day celebration of Indigenous culture, creativity, and community. Come to the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts for a two-day celebration of Indigenous culture, creativity, and community.
- [Syilx Salmon Feast](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/syilx-salmon-feast/) - The Annual Salmon Feast is an essential practice in the continued organized efforts of the Okanagan Nation Alliance and member communities to raise the importance of the habitat protection and rehabilitation of local ecosystems, watersheds, and renew connections and relationships between all residents of the Region with water and fish. More info: syilx.org/events/okanagan-nation-salmon-feast/
- [Akwesasne International Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/akwesasne-international-pow-wow/) - Join us every year in September on the Saturday & Sunday following Labour Day. The 2026 Akwesasne Pow wow will take place rain or shine!
- [F1RST: A Celebration of Indigenous Film](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/f1rst-a-celebration-of-indigenous-film/) - Experience the vibrant tapestry of storytelling at F1RST: A Celebration of Indigenous Film. From stirring documentaries to captivating dramas, immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of Indigenous people. More info: www.victoriafilmfestival.com/festival/
- [Pow-Wow Cacouna](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-cacouna-2/) - Join Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation’s biggest cultural event of the year! Join Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation’s biggest cultural event of the year!
- [Lethbridge & District Siksikaitsitapi Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/lethbridge-district-siksikaitsitapi-pow-wow/) - The Lethbridge & District Siksikaitsitapi Pow Wow presented in partnership with the Blackfoot Confederacy, honours the unique and rich cultural history of the land and First Nations People, and we invite the community to witness the beauty and knowledge that is rooted in the drumming and dancing of competitive Pow Wow. More info: www.excitelethbridge.ca/events/whoop-up/indigenous
- [Caldwell First Nation Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/caldwell-first-nation-pow-wow/) - This two-day cultural event brings together Indigenous dancers, drummers, artisans, and guests from across Turtle Island — all celebrating resilience, unity, and identity through art and movement. More info: caldwellpowwow.ca/home-2/ This two-day cultural event brings together Indigenous dancers, drummers, artisans, and guests from across Turtle Island.
- [Kebaowek Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kebaowek-powwow/) - Join Kebaowek First Nation for their 1st Annual Traditional Powwow! More info: kebaowek.ca/2026/05/21/kebaowek-powwow/
- [Great Northern Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/great-northern-arts-festival/) - The Great Northern Arts Festival celebrates Indigenous and circumpolar art. This year, up to 80 artists and 40 performers will be under the midnight sun for gallery exhibits, hands-on masterclasses, and Arctic fashion shows. More info: www.greatnorthernartsfestival.org
- [Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Alderville First Nation invites visitors to experience our vibrant culture, seasonal events, and stunning natural landscapes throughout the year. Whether you’re attending a traditional celebration or exploring our rare ecosystems, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. More info: https://alderville.ca/alderville-first-nation/tourism-and-events/
- [Pow-wow traditionnel du Grand rassemblement des Premières Nations](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-traditionnel-du-grand-rassemblement-des-premieres-nations-2/) - Les 11 et 12 juillet 2026 au site Uashassihtsh Le pow-wow est un événement spirituel où la danse et le chant occupent une place importante. Lors de cette manifestation culturelle, les croyances et les coutumes entourant certains moments revêtent un caractère sacré qui exige un protocole spécifique qui est important de respecter, tant de la
- [Mississauga First Nation 45th Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mississauga-first-nation-45th-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Join us in celebration at the Mississauga First Nation Powwow! Everyone is welcome to experience a vibrant gathering of culture, tradition, and community spirit. Enjoy traditional dancing, drumming, singing, and local artisans. Come connect with old friends and make new ones as we honour our ancestors and celebrate our living traditions. We look forward to
- [DWF LIVE: Multi-Part Series with Manito Ahbee](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-multi-part-series-with-manito-ahbee/) - June 11, 18, 25 11:00 AM PT | 12:00 PM MT | 1:00 PM CT | 2:00 PM ET | 3:00 PM AT | 3:30 PM NT This multi-part series introduces powwows as vibrant Indigenous cultural gatherings, covering key protocols, dance styles, regalia, and community traditions while grounded in teachings from the Manito Ahbee Festival.
- [NMC Presents — The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/nmc-presents-the-tragically-hip-a-national-celebration/) - Relive a defining moment in Canadian music history with the CBC rebroadcast of 2016’s The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre. Captured live in Kingston, Ontario, this unforgettable performance marks the final tour appearance of The Tragically Hip and frontman Gord Downie. More than a concert, it
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day | City of Hamilton](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-city-of-hamilton/) - Join us at West Harbour - James Street Plaza (3 Guise Street, Hamilton) June 19, 2026 from 12 noon to 4 pm for an afternoon of community, culture, and celebration. Everyone is welcome for a free afternoon of culture, community, and celebration featuring: Indigenous performances Indigenous artisan vendors Local food trucks More info: www.hamilton.ca/people-programs/inclusion-diversity-equity-accessibility/indigenous-relations/indigenous-dates-9
- [Walk for Reconciliation 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/walk-for-reconciliation-2026/) - We invite the community to participate in the 17th annual Walk for Reconciliation this National Indigenous Peoples Day. The walk starts at Harry Hays Building (220 4 Ave SE) and concludes at The Confluence (750 9th Ave SE). The Walk for Reconciliation is a day to reflect on the difficult history of this land and
- [Grande Praire Traditional Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grande-praire-traditional-powwow/) - Checkout the Grande Praire Traditional Powwow on June 2oth - 21st! More info: northwestaic.com
- [KWE! Show](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-show-2/) - Great celebration featuring music artists from First Nations and Inuit in Quebec. kwefest.com/en/grand-spectacle
- [Saddle Lake Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/saddle-lake-pow-wow/) - Checkout the Saddle Lake Pow Wow on June 26th - 28th, 2026. More info: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577051075509
- [Fort Mckay First Nation Treaty Days](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/fort-mckay-first-nation-treaty-days/) - We can’t wait to welcome community members of all ages, alongside partners, supporters, and friends from across the region. Featuring an expanded cultural village, outstanding entertainment, and fun for the whole family, there is something for everyone at Treaty Days. Keep checking back for more exciting updates and opportunities to register for workshops and demonstrations.
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-14/) - The 2026 National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) celebration takes place on Saturday, June 21, 2026 from 10am until 5pm in Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park. The event will include a day full of Indigenous artisans, musicians, drummers, dancers, activities for all ages, bannock and other tasty food, and interactive information displays with community partners. More info:
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-6/) - Join us on June 21 at the TteS Arbour for a full day of live performances, drumming, dancing, incredible food trucks, a vibrant vendor market, and activities for all ages. It’s all about coming together to celebrate culture, community, and connection. This is a free, family-friendly event and everyone is welcome — so bring your
- [30th Annual Indigenous Solidarity Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/30th-annual-indigenous-solidarity-day/) - June 21, 2026 is the 30th annual Indigenous Solidarity Day in celebration of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. We invite you to join us on Friday, June 19th to celebrate. This gathering will feature a Sunrise Ceremony, Singers, Dancers, Food, Vendors, Community Service Providers, and more. Bring your family and friends - everyone is welcome! More
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-13/) - Honouring the cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples through ceremony, performances, workshops and storytelling. Presented by the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest with support from and in partnership with the City of Kingston. More info: www.cityofkingston.ca/arts-culture-and-events/city-calendar-and-events/feature-events/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
- [imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/imaginenative-film-media-arts-festival/) - The 2026 imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival, takes place June 2-7, 2026 (Toronto) and June 8-14, 2026 (online). Explore the 2026 Festival! Watch the trailer, read the Curatorial Vision, view the schedule, and book your tickets now for the world’s largest presentation of Indigenous film and media arts. For tickets and full schedule: imaginenative.org
- [XUUYA: Raven Brings the Light 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/xuuya-raven-brings-the-light-2026/) - XUUYA: Raven Brings the Light is a unique fundraising evening of Indigenous art, music, food, and performance in a lively, after-hours celebration in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. Enjoy curated tastings, powerful performances, and creative moments that celebrate both traditional and contemporary Indigenous expression. More info & tickets: www.billreidgallery.ca/blogs/public-programs/xuuya-raven-brings-the-light-2026
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Festival 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-festival-2026/) - Get ready for four days of celebration and cultural immersion that will have you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to continue learning about and supporting Indigenous communities in our region! This celebration brings together artists, performers, educators, students, and community members for cultural learning, exchange and collaboration through a series of family-friendly activities. More info:
- [The Power of the Land](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-power-of-the-land/) - Curated by Elder Duke Redbird Visual Art by Philip Cote Musical Collaboration and additional curation by Chris McKhool Featuring Walking Through the Fire-Indigenous Collaborations with Sultans of String feat. Duke Redbird, Marc Meriläinen, Shannon Thunderbird, SHUB, The Día de los Muertos Collective and more! See the full schedule at www.luminatofestival.com/power-of-the-land
- [DWF LIVE:  Tess’s Red Dress with Carolyn Roberts & Kelsey Mata Foote](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-tesss-red-dress-with-carolyn-roberts-kelsey-mata-foote/) - Tess’s Red Dress, written by Carolyn Roberts and illustrated by Kelsey Mata Foote, is a tender and powerful picture book that gently introduces young children to Red Dress Day — a day to remember and honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People. With heart, care, and language just right for a younger
- [5th Annual South Island Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/5th-annual-south-island-powwow/) - September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. Through song and dance, we will celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency. More info: https://www.songheesnation.ca/south-island-powwow
- [Stalew Pow-Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/stalew-pow-wow/) - We warmly welcome all visitors and participants to celebrate Indigenous culture, music, regalia, art, and tradition. May this gathering deepen understanding, strengthen community, and leave you with meaningful connections and lasting memories. More info: https://www.stalewpowwow.ca
- [Curve Lake Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/curve-lake-traditional-pow-wow/) - Aaniin • Welcome We invite you to join us for our 73rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow for a celebration of ceremony, dance and song. More info: https://curvelakepowwow.com
- [Pikwakanagan Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pikwakanagan-pow-wow/) - Each year Pikwakanagan welcomes hundreds of dancers, numerous drum groups and thousands of spectators to celebrate Algonquin culture at our traditional pow wow. It is held on the third weekend in August. Visitors are attracted to our dance, songs, drumming and experiencing an Algonquin cultural tradition. There is also opportunity to view and purchase unique
- [Pow-Wow Cacouna](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-cacouna/) - Come and discover Wolastoqey culture! The pow-wow is a gathering that features singing and drums, dances and traditional attire, as well as Indigenous artisans, know-how and cuisine. It is a celebration of cultural heritage and a platform for intercultural exchanges with non-Indigenous visitors and participants. Taking place annually, this major cultural event serves to perpetuate
- [Anishinaabe Keeshigun](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/anishinaabe-keeshigun/) - Celebrate First Nations culture at Fort William Historical Park! Join us for a free weekend filled with entertainment, hands-on activities and demonstrations that highlight Anishinaabe culture, traditions, language, and technology. This year’s event will also include a Pow Wow highlighting regional dancers and drum groups and a community feast. The community feast will be held
- [Millbrook First Nation Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/millbrook-first-nation-powwow/) - We invite our community, all relatives from across Turtle Island and friends to come together to celebrate culture, song and dance through a significant annual gathering that has been held in the Millbrook community since 1999. This gathering is a time to share our ancestral Mi’kmaw knowledge and honour traditions from our Indigenous visitors from
- [Rama Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/rama-powwow/) - Rama First Nation has proudly hosted its annual powwow for over 40 years. On August 22-23 2026, come and celebrate our history and culture with a weekend of First Nations song and dance, as well as over 100 First Nations food, arts, and craft vendors! More info: https://www.ramapowwow.ca
- [Miawpukek Annual Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/miawpukek-annual-powwow/) - Our annual powwow hosts traditional dancers, drummers, spiritual leaders, elders from across the Mi’kmaq Nation will converge on the most eastern Province to celebrate their traditions, culture, and spiritualism. Along with many traditions and customs the entire region offers visitors the opportunity to explore the vast wilderness of the area. More info: https://mfngov.ca/powwow-2/
- [Pabineau First Nation Pow-wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pabineau-first-nation-pow-wow/) - The Pabineau First Nation invites you to join us for our vibrant and heartwarming Pow Wow celebration! More info: https://www.tourismchaleur.ca/en/events/pabineau-first-nation-pow-wow-14
- [Pow Wow Odanak](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-odanak/) - Countdown to the 67th edition of Pow Wow Odanak has begun! Join the Odanak community for its 2026 Pow Wow! More info: www.facebook.com/powwowodanak
- [Sixth Annual Indigenous Music Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sixth-annual-indigenous-music-festival/) - A free event celebrating incredible Indigenous performers from across Vancouver Island and beyond. Indigenous market and food vendors on site as well. More info
- [5th Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/5th-annual-anishinaabe-days-celebration/) - Anishinaabe Days is Treaty One Nations’ annual summer celebration held at Naawi-Oodena, bringing people together to experience Anishinaabe culture through community and connection. More info: treaty1.ca/event/anishinaabe-days/
- [Calgary Stampede Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/calgary-stampede-powwow-3/) - You’re invited to this unforgettable competition and celebration of cultures at Stampede taking place at the Scotiabank Saddledome July 6 & 7, 2026. All free with admission to Stampede Park! More info: www.calgarystampede.com/powwow
- [Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mississaugas-of-scugog-island-first-nation-powwow-2/) - The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) Powwow is an annual gathering and celebration of Indigenous culture that takes place on Scugog Island, Port Perry Ontario. The powwow features a variety of traditional ceremonies, dances, and songs, and it is an opportunity for Indigenous people to come together to celebrate life, honour people past
- [Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/echoes-of-a-proud-nation-pow-wow-2/) - Gates open at 9am for the 34th Annual Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow wow! More info: kahnawakepowwow.ca
- [Grand River at the Champion of Champions Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grand-river-at-the-champion-of-champions-pow-wow/) - Experience the excitement of centuries of culture as dancers from across North America compete to become the Champion of Champions. More info: www.grpowwow.ca
- [4th Annual Memorial Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/4th-annual-memorial-squamish-nation-youth-pow-wow-2026/) - The Squamish Nation Youth Pow-Wow is an ALL AGES friendly dance competition powwow, focused on uplifting our youth and providing opportunities for education, employment and healing through culture. More info: www.squamishnationyouthpowwow.com
- [5th Annual 2-Spirit Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/5th-annual-2-spirit-powwow/) - Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Milliken District Park for Toronto’s 5th Annual 2-Spirit Powwow, hosted by 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations. More info: 2spirits.org/2026/04/06/5th-annual-2-spirit-powwow/
- [Indigenous Reconciliation Gathering](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-reconciliation-gathering/) - The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) invites you to join our Indigenous Reconciliation Gathering! This gathering is hosted in partnership with SCO, Manitoba Métis Federation, Manitoba Inuit Association, and CFB Winnipeg. More info: scoinc.mb.ca/indigenous-reconciliation-gathering
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-5/) - Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on Sunday, June 21, at the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Líl̓wat7úl Cultural Centre (SLCC) in Whistler. Experience immersive cultural programming, an artist market, explore artwork and keepsakes in the Gallery and Gift Shop, and enjoy cuisine at the Thunderbird Cafe. More info: slcc.ca/nipd/
- [Williams Lake First Nation’s 2026 Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/williams-lake-first-nations-2026-traditional-pow-wow/) - Williams Lake First Nation’s 2026 Traditional Pow Wow features traditional dancing, drumming, and vendor booths. More info: www.wlfn.ca/event/2026-traditional-pow-wow/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-12/) - A day long celebration of the contributions and unique cultures of First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities locally and from across Canada. Live music from acclaimed Indigenous artists, food and craft vendors, Elder and Youth activities, guided walks, cultural activities and knowledge sharing and more. More info: komoks.ca/nipd-2026/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day: Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-4/) - Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a day filled with Indigenous brilliance — featuring local vendors, live performances, powwow dancing, delicious food, and so much more. Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots or coming to learn, this is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures. More info: firstlightnl.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-11/) - Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Heritage Park with a full day of community-led programming, rooted in tradition and open to all. The centrepiece of the day is a vibrant Pow Wow — a powerful gathering that brings together dancers, drummers, and community in celebration of culture, identity and connection. More info: heritagepark.ca/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
- [Day of Learning: An educational celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/day-of-learning-an-educational-celebration-2/) - Sainte-Marie has been hosting this dynamic, education-focused celebration of Indigenous cultures for decades. Come and learn directly from First Nations and Métis experts and allies! Open to school groups and the general public. More info: saintemarieamongthehurons.on.ca/education/school-programs-2/
- [Sasquatch Days](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sasquatch-days/) - Be part of living history as you join us on the shores of Harrison Lake, the traditional territory of Sts’ailes People on the ancient village site of Qwólts and attend our war canoe races, medicine walks and more. More Info: tourismharrison.com/event-directory/sasquatch-days/
- [Selxwi:chel Arts & Culture Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/selxwichel-arts-culture-day-2/) - Come see the Shadow Mountain Powwow Dancers, storytellers, musicians and 20+ vendors all at the Selxwi:chel Arts & Culture Day! More Info
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-10/) - Join us for the National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at Fort Langley National Historic Site. Celebrate the unveiling of the stɑl'əw̓ and Fort Langley banner project with a day full of drumming, singing, and storytelling. More info
- [Kamloopa Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kamloopa-powwow-2/) - Everyone is welcome to join in and to celebrate 3 days of vibrant Indigenous Culture! The Kamloopa Powwow Society is honoured to host the 45th annual Kamloopa Powwow taking place June 26-28, 2026 at the beautiful Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Special Events Facility (the Arbour) within Secwepemcúl’ecw. More info: www.tourismkamloops.com/events/kamloopa-powwow/
- [Dokis First Nation 24thd Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dokis-first-nation-24thd-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - The Dokis First Nation 24thd Annual Traditional Pow Wow is happening June 27th & 28th! More info: www.facebook.com/DokisPowwow
- [29th Annual Soaring Spirit Festival & Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/29th-annual-soaring-spirit-festival-pow-wow-2/) - More info: soaringspiritpowwow.com
- [Georgian Bay 23rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/georgian-bay-23rd-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Join Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre for their 23rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow, featuring dancing, drumming and more! More info: www.gbnfc.com/traditional-pow-wow
- [Sitansisk - St. Mary's First Nation 25th Anniversary Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sitansisk-st-marys-first-nation-25th-anniversary-powwow-2/) - We invite our community, relatives and friends to come together to celebrate culture, song, dance and togetherness. This gathering is a time to reconnect , share good energy, and honour our Wolastoqey traditions in a good way. More info: www.facebook.com/groups/940360009993217/
- [KWE! Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-festival-2/) - Artistic performances, conferences, demonstrations and exchanges! Since 2017, the KWE! Festival has been a must-attend and free event at Place Jean-Béliveau, in Québec City. The next edition will take place from June 12 to 14, 2026. www.kwefest.com
- [Pow Wow International de Wendake 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-international-de-wendake-2026/) - Dive into the heart of Indigenous traditions at the 2026 Pow Wow of Wendake, a unique event where culture, dance, and music come alive in a festive and welcoming atmosphere. Plongez au cœur des traditions autochtones lors du Pow Wow 2026 de Wendake, un événement unique où la culture, la danse et la musique prennent vie dans
- [Sākihiwē Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sakihiwe-festival/) - The 2026 edition of the Sākihiwē Festival will include the Opening Night Concert on Thursday, an easy listening songs-inthe-round performance on Friday, the Turtle Island Block Party on Saturday, and the Central Park Block Party on Sunday. Each block party will begin at 2:00 pm and include a free concert, free BBQ, an Indigenous marketplace,
- [Siksika Nation Fair & Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/siksika-nation-fair-powwow/) - Join us for the Siksika Nation Fair & Powwow 2026, a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and Blackfoot tradition. This annual gathering brings together dancers, singers, families, and visitors for days filled with music, movement, fair attractions, and cultural pride in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. The Siksika Nation Fair & Powwow takes places June 26,
- [Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival-2026/) - The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (SSIF) is an annual multi-disciplinary arts festival that brings together Indigenous artists, performers, educators, students, and community members to share knowledge, foster understanding, and celebrate the richness of Canada’s Indigenous cultures. This event runs June 20 and 21 2026. summersolsticefestivals.ca
- [Alberta Métis Fest 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/alberta-metis-fest-2026/) - Join us June 12–13 at the Cultural Gathering Centre, Métis Crossing, for two thrilling days filled with Métis culture and community. Experience the Métis Jamboree, Jigging Competitions, Artist Market, and so much more! Alberta Métis Fest 2026
- [Maamwi Kindaaswin Pow-Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/maamwi-kindaaswin-pow-wow/) - It’s Pow Wow Time!! NBIFC’s 18th Annual pow wow is June 6th and 7th at Lee Park 800 Memorial Park Drive! Maamwi Kindaaswin Pow Wow
- [29th Annual Soaring Spirit Festival & Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/29th-annual-soaring-spirit-festival-pow-wow/) - Celebrate National Indigenous People's Day at the 29th Annual Soaring Spirit Festival & Pow Wow at Battlefield Park. The festival runs June 19, 20, & 21, 2026. soaringspiritpowwow.com
- [Alianait Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/alianait-arts-festival/) - This June 18th to 21st, the 2026 Alianait Arts Festival hosts musical performances, workshops and other events featuring Indigenous artists from across Canada’s North and Greenland. Checkout Alianait's Facebook page to see all the artists announce for this year's event. Learn more about the festival at alianait.ca.
- [4th Annual Lead By Example Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/4th-annual-lead-by-example-powwow/) - Join the dance and experience the heartbeat of the drum at the 4th annual Lead by Example Powwow (July 8th, 2026) a cross-cultural, community celebration, full contest powwow. This regional, high-energy event will showcase vibrant culture, song, dance, traditional craft vendors, authentic cuisine, storytelling, and demonstrations – right here in Southern Alberta. Lead By Example
- [Indigenous Celebration 2026 | Ontario Science Centre](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-celebration-2026-ontario-science-centre/) - Celebrate and explore Indigenous ways of knowing at Evergreen Brick Works on Saturday, June 6. Join the Ontario Science Centre team and Indigenous partners for interactive workshops, performances and activities at this free, family-friendly event. Connect with members of the Indigenous community to learn about and celebrate their heritage. Indigenous Celebration 2026
- [4th Annual Komasket Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/4th-annual-komasket-powwow/) - Join us for the 3rd annual Komasket Powwow happening June 12-14 weekend at the Komasket Arbour. There will be dancers, drummers, food vendors, artisan crafts and more! Komasket Powwow
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day | City of Burnaby](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-city-of-burnaby/) - Honour and recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day by joining us for a free community celebration at Civic Square (6100 Willingdon Ave). The celebration features activities for the whole family, a variety of performances including dance, live music, spoken word, and storytelling, and an Indigenous artisans market. National Indigenous Peoples Day | City of Burnaby
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Block Party 2026](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-block-party-2026/) - Join us for the 4th Annual Block Party! A vibrant, family-friendly celebration of Indigenous culture, creativity, and community in the heart of the Downtown Eastside. 4th Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Block Party Celebration
- [Summer Solstice Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-celebration-3/) - Celebrate National Indigenous Day and Summer Solstice with Whispering River Music in Cultural workshops and a respectful outdoor Gathering honouring the sacred traditions of the Ojibwe, Métis, and Settlers from all parts of the world. whisperingrivermusic.com/summer-solstice-celebration-2026
- [Na-Me-Res Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/na-me-res-traditional-pow-wow/) - Taking place ahead of National Indigenous Peoples Day this free, family-friendly event welcomes everyone to experience the vibrant traditions of Indigenous culture. Enjoy drumming, dancing, and singing, browse craft and food vendors, and connect with community booths. nameres.org/2026-pow-wow/
- [DWF LIVE with Chef Zach Keeshig  & Derek Blais](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-chef-zach-keeshig-derek-blais/) - Zach Keeshig is the Owner and Chef of Naagan, an intimate dining experience in Owen Sound, Ontario, recently named number 9 on Canada’s 100 Best New Restaurants list. His experience working in top kitchens has helped him fuse his Ojibwa cuisine with modern culinary techniques and ingredients. Derek Blais is an internationally award-winning creative whose
- [CEREMONY Canadian Premiere](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ceremony-canadian-premiere/) - When the ooligan vanishes from Bella Coola, its absence remains like a scar, pointing to a history that reaches far beyond the river. From ramshackled Nuxalk Radio, voices rise through crackling airwaves to trace the forces no one was meant to uncover. Through testimony, watercolour animation and rare archival, what begins as a local broadcast
- [təm kʷaθ nan Namesake World Premiere](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/təm-kʷaθ-nan-namesake-world-premiere/) - Namesake documents the Tla’amin Nation’s request that the City of Powell River change its name. The city is named after Israel Wood Powell who served as B.C.’s Superintendent of Indian Affairs for 17 years and was instrumental in the establishment of Indian Residential Schools, the banning of the potlatch and the theft of Tla’amin territory (lot 450).
- [Mariposa Folk Fest](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mariposa-folk-fest/) - The Mariposa Folk Festival has a storied history, featuring some of the greatest performers in folk music history – the likes of Ian & Sylvia, Bob Dylan, Pete Seeger, Bruce Cockburn, Mavis Staples and hometown favourite, Gordon Lightfoot. No other Canadian festival can claim a heritage as rich as Mariposa’s. Checkout the Mariposa Folk Fest!
- [Wake the Giant](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wake-the-giant/) - Wake the Giant is Canada’s largest student focused, cultural awareness project, and one of the most meaningful music festivals in the country! It’s not just a concert, it’s a movement. Every year it becomes one giant welcome party for Indigenous youth that move to Thunder Bay to attend Dennis Frankly Cromarty (DFC) High School. Checkout
- [DOXA Documentary Film Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/doxa-documentary-film-festival/) - DOXA, Western Canada's largest documentary film festival presents its 25th edition from April 30 - May 10, 2026. You can find all the details on DOXA's website. Also checkout DOXA's curated youth program, Rated Y for youth! Curated with the intention of facilitating media literacy through thought-provoking documentaries, this program provides an opportunity for high
- [Île à la Crosse 250th Anniversary Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ile-a-la-crosse-250th-anniversary-celebration/) - Île-à-la-Crosse is a northern village in Division No. 18, northwestern Saskatchewan, and was the site of historic trading posts first established in 1778. Île-à-la-Crosse is the second oldest community in Saskatchewan, Canada, following establishment of the Red River Colony in 1811. Checkout www.ilex250.ca for more details.
- [DWF LIVE: Healing with Rachael Hunt](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-healing-with-rachel-hunt/) - Rachael Hunt is a member of the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation and the Founder and CEO of Freedom School Co. She is a keynote speaker, Indigenous Employee Empowerment Consultant, and Intuitive Mentor, specializing in helping organizations retain, empower, and elevate Indigenous talent. She works with companies to break systemic barriers, increase Indigenous representation in leadership, and foster workplace
- [Madwewetoon Indigenous Music & Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/madwewetoon-indigenous-music-arts-festival-2/) - Madwewetoon, which translates to “make it sound” in Ojibwe, is a celebration of Indigenous arts and culture in Northern Ontario. The show will feature a performance by Thea May, from Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and signed to Ishkode Records. Her powerful voice and unapologetic honesty invite listeners to connect and find strength in shared pain. Also performing at the festival
- [DWF LIVE: Resident Orca — In Conversation with Squil-le-he-le (Raynell Morris) & Sarah Sharkey Pearce](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-resident-orca-in-conversation-with-squil-le-he-le-raynell-morris-sarah-sharkey-pearce/) - Resident Orca is a documentary that tells the story of the captive Southern Resident orca, Sk’aliCh’elh-tenaut, also known as Lolita. The film explores the deep connections between Indigenous people and the orca, while examining the environmental threats these beings face and the obligations humans have to animals and the ecosystems around us. The documentary follows
- [The Hello Crows in Concert](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-hello-crows-in-concert/) - Festival Antigonish presents The Hello Crows in Concert. An Indigenous music group, The Hello Crows thoughtfully blend storytelling with cultural preservation. Throughout 2024-25, they have performed at many major festivals and released their debut album in September. With powerful songwriting and harmonies, they are quickly becoming rising stars, amplifying Wabanaki heritage while making their mark
- [DWF LIVE: Dr. Tasha Hubbard – Singing Back the Buffalo](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-dr-tasha-hubbard-singing-back-the-buffalo/) - Join us for a special DWF LIVE session featuring Dr. Tasha Hubbard, the director of Singing Back the Buffalo, a powerful documentary that explores buffalo rematriation and the deep relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the buffalo. The film centres Indigenous women’s leadership, ceremony, and song as acts of resurgence, highlighting how singing back to the buffalo
- [DWF LIVE with Métis Santa](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-metis-santa/) - Métis Santa will be joining a special holiday DWF LIVE on Thursday, December 9, at 2:00 PM ET to read The Story of the Rabbit Dance, written by Jeanne Pelletier, illustrated by J.D. Panas, and translated into Michif-Cree by Rita Flamand. During this session, students will learn about Métis Santa, enjoy story time, and select
- [DWF LIVE: Nechako – Restoring a River, Reclaiming a Way of Life](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-nechako-restoring-a-river-reclaiming-a-way-of-life/) - 11:00 AM PT | 12:00 PM MT | 1:00 PM CT | 2:00 PM ET | 3:00 PM AT | 3:30 PM NT Join us for a special DWF LIVE session featuring the team behind Nechako, a powerful film that follows two Indigenous Nations, the Stellat’en and Saik’uz, as they fight to restore the Nechako
- [Métis Week](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/metis-week/)
- [Minoshkite Indigenous Music & Arts Festival Day 2](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/minoshkite-indigenous-music-arts-festival-2/) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), Red Music Rising (RMR) and Canada’s Music Incubator (CMI) are proud to present the third year of the Minoshkite (Mee-No-Shkeet) Indigenous Music & Arts Festival. This year marks an exciting milestone as the festival expands to two nights, November 13th and 14th 2025, at The Bronson Centre,
- [Minoshkite Indigenous Music & Arts Festival Day 1](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/minoshkite-indigenous-music-arts-festival-1/) - The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF), Red Music Rising (RMR) and Canada’s Music Incubator (CMI) are proud to present the third year of the Minoshkite (Mee-No-Shkeet) Indigenous Music & Arts Festival. This year marks an exciting milestone as the festival expands to two nights, November 13th and 14th 2025, at The Bronson Centre,
- [Neechi Market: Gifts of the North](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/neechi-market/) - Location: 415 King Street West (King & Spadina) Dates: December 5–7, 2025 Hours: Fri & Sat 3–11 PM | Sun 3–10 PM Admission: Free to the public APPLICATION INFO Deadline: November 14, 2025 Selection Notice: November 16, 2025 Payment Due: November 28, 2025 (No refunds) Required info with your application: Business name + contact
- [Tahltan Declaration Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/tahltan-declaration-day/) - In 1910, the Tahltan Nahanni people of Northwestern BC declared to the Dominion of Canada that we did not; then, now or ever, relinquished our rights and title to our traditional territory.
- [A Tribute Concert Honouring Samuel Bird: The Little Boy on the Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/a-tribute-concert-honouring-samuel-bird-the-little-boy-on-the-moon/) - GEN7Path Presents A Tribute Concert Honouring Samuel Bird: The Little Boy on the Moon St. Albert, AB — GEN7Path and a circle of Indigenous artists will gather on November 1, 2025, at the Arden Theatre in St. Albert for a special charity healing concert to honour the memory of Samuel Bird and support the Bird/Potts family.
- [The Four Sacred Medicines | Episode 3: Sage (West)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-four-sacred-medicines-episode-3-sage-west/) - This episode focuses on sage, or mashkodewashk in Anishinaabemowin, a medicine known for its cleansing and purifying properties. Sarah discusses the different types of sage and which varieties can grow in our region, and offers teachings on how to harvest and bundle the medicine with care. She also speaks to the importance of ethically sourcing
- [The Four Sacred Medicines | Episode 2 : Sweetgrass (South)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-four-sacred-medicines-episode-2-sweetgrass-south/) - This episode explores sweetgrass, known in Anishinaabemowin as wiingashk, a medicine that represents kindness and healing. Sarah shares the traditional method of harvesting and braiding sweetgrass, explaining the cultural and spiritual meaning behind the three strands of the braid and the teachings connected to the number seven. She reflects on the care, patience, and respect
- [The Four Sacred Medicines | Episode 1 : Tobacco (East)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-four-sacred-medicines-episode-1-tobacco-east/) - The first episode of the series explores tobacco, known in Anishinaabemowin as asemaa. Sarah shares the significance of this Sacred Medicine and its deep connection to gratitude and communication with the Creator. Viewers learn about tobacco’s place on the Medicine Wheel and how to prepare a traditional tobacco tie while reflecting on the teachings and
- [The Four Sacred Medicines | Episode 4: Cedar (North)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-four-sacred-medicines-episode-4-cedar-north/) - The final episode explores cedar, known in Anishinaabemowin as giizhik, a medicine that offers protection and healing. Sarah explains where cedar is placed on the Medicine Wheel and how to harvest and bundle it respectfully. She shares how cedar has been a source of strength in her life, from planting cedar trees to preparing cedar
- [The Poets: A Tragically Hip Tribute Presented in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-poets-a-tragically-hip-tribute-presented-in-partnership-with-the-gord-downie-chanie-wenjack-fund/) - For eight years, THE POETS have electrified stages across Ontario with their heartfelt tribute to legendary band The Tragically Hip. Hailing from Moose Factory and Moosonee, this Cree band channels the spirit of The Hip – uniting audiences through the power of storytelling and song.The opener for the evening is Lacey Hill. The Poets feature Vic
- [HOOP DANCE. Performance by Minkii Osawamick & Inendi. A film by Sarain Fox](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/inendi-a-film-by-sarain-fox/) - Reconciliation Through Art 2025 kicks off at 1:30pm with a Hoop Dance by Minkii, followed by a special screening of Inendi and a discussion with the filmmaker Sarain Fox and her family at 2pm. Inendi chronicles the life of Sarain's great-aunt Mary Bell, a knowledge-keeper, the oldest matriarch in her family and Residential School survivor.
- [Reconciliation Through Art](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art-2/) - 8 am: Water Walk - Almonte Old Town Hall, ending at Metcalfe Geoheritage Park with an Offering to the Water. 10 am-5 pm: Indigenous Art Showcase and Teachings – Mississippi Valley Textile Museum Acclaimed Indigenous artists will be selling their creations, from painting and sculpture to beadwork and fashion, explaining and demonstrating their craft, and
- [Our Voices in Song](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/our-voices-in-song/) - Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Reconciliation Through Art 2025 presents an unforgettable evening of music and song with well-known and award-winning performers, including Amanda Rheaume, Kevin Schofield, Aurora Jade, Jennifer E. Brant and Digging Roots. https://www.reconciliationthroughart.ca/
- [Ten Years Later: Shaping Tomorrow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ten-years-later-shaping-tomorrow/) - Indigenous youth inherit both the trauma and promise of reconciliation. This episode amplifies next-generation voices, featuring young leaders Raven MacLeod-Johnson and Trevor Ng who bring fresh perspectives and bold visions for the future of Canada. They share what gives them hope, outline specific changes they want to see in the next decade, and offer messages
- [Ten Years Later: Living Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ten-years-later-living-reconciliation/) - Beyond policies and institutions, reconciliation happens in classrooms, communities, and everyday encounters. This episode features community leaders and champions Harriet Visitor and Melissa Mollen Dupuis, who are living reconciliation through community-based efforts. They share how their understanding of reconciliation has evolved, discuss education’s crucial role, and explain what meaningful reconciliation looks like in daily life.
- [Ten Years Later: Measuring Progress](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ten-years-later-measuring-progress/) - With somewhere between 11-17 of the 94 Calls to Action considered fully implemented after a decade, this episode examines Canada’s reconciliation progress with those who monitor it closely. Kimberly Murray and Susan Aglukark explore where meaningful progress has occurred, what barriers prevent faster implementation, and why measurement methods vary. Through analysis and personal perspectives, viewers
- [Ten Years Later: Remembering Truth](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ten-years-later-remembering-truth/) - Ten years after the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report, we return to those who lived this history. Featuring Traditional Healer and Oshkabewis (Helper) James Carpenter, this episode explores his personal journey from TRC testimony to today. James provides an honest account of the impact that residential schools had on him and
- [Sechile Sedare](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sechile-sedare-4/) - Sechile Sedare, a contemporary roots duo led by sibling singer-songwriters Leela Gilday and Jay Gilday. Sechile Sedare—which means “my younger brother, my older sister” in the Dene language—celebrates the deep bonds of family, culture, and tradition through music and storytelling. Hailing from the Northwest Territories, Leela and Jay draw inspiration from their Dene heritage and
- [Sechile Sedare](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sechile-sedare-3/) - The ArtSparks 2026 program proudly presents Sechile Sedare, a contemporary roots duo led by sibling singer-songwriters Leela Gilday and Jay Gilday. Sechile Sedare—which means “my younger brother, my older sister” in the Dene language—celebrates the deep bonds of family, culture, and tradition through music and storytelling. Hailing from the Northwest Territories, Leela and Jay draw
- [Sechile Sedare](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sechile-sedare-2/) - The ArtSparks 2026 program proudly presents Sechile Sedare, a contemporary roots duo led by sibling singer-songwriters Leela Gilday and Jay Gilday. Sechile Sedare—which means “my younger brother, my older sister” in the Dene language—celebrates the deep bonds of family, culture, and tradition through music and storytelling. Hailing from the Northwest Territories, Leela and Jay draw
- [Sechile Sedare](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sechile-sedare/) - The ArtSparks 2026 program proudly presents Sechile Sedare, a contemporary roots duo led by sibling singer-songwriters Leela Gilday and Jay Gilday. Sechile Sedare—which means “my younger brother, my older sister” in the Dene language—celebrates the deep bonds of family, culture, and tradition through music and storytelling. Hailing from the Northwest Territories, Leela and Jay draw
- [The Music of The Secret Path with Special Guests](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-music-of-the-secret-path-with-special-guests/) - A musical sharing of The Secret Path, a Canadian multimedia storytelling project created by The Tragically Hip’s Gord Downie and friends to promote awareness, education and thoughtful reconciliation. This concert will include local musical contributors and national artists. Gord Downie began Secret Path as ten poems incited by the story of Chanie Wenjack, a twelve
- [Secret Path LIVE in Concert](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/secret-path-live-in-concert/) - This special performance is a screening of the Secret Path film with all of the songs played by a live band led by local musician Joe Lapinski and featuring Dave Clark of The Rheostatics, followed by a community celebration of Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip’s musical legacy. Join us for our annual concert in
- [MISSING: In Concert, presented by Toronto Summer Music](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/missing-in-concert-presented-by-toronto-summer-music/) - A Powerful Opera That Gives Voice to the Voiceless. Experience the opera that’s changing the conversation. MISSING is a groundbreaking and deeply moving chamber opera that gives voice to one of Canada’s most urgent human rights issues: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Created by Métis playwright Marie Clements and JUNO Award-winning composer Brian
- [Canada Day 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/canada-day-2025/) - Celebrate Canada Day by enjoying live music and a fireworks show at Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery. This event is free to attend. We kindly ask for a nonperishable food or monetary donation to Gillians Place and/or a monetary donation to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. https://www.ravinevineyard.com/Estate-Events
- [Pessamit Traditional Pow-Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pessamit-traditional-pow-wow/) - The big day is fast approaching! It's time to perfect your regalia and accessories, order your merchandise for your sales, buy your camping chairs to be ready to attend our 11th edition of the Pessamit Traditional Pow-wow!! This event runs July 26 and 27, 2025. https://www.facebook.com/groups/794367597307833
- [Fort William First Nation Summer Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/fort-william-first-nation-summer-pow-wow/) - Join us at Anemki Wajiw (Mount McKay) for our annual Summer Pow Wow – a vibrant weekend filled with tradition, honour, and community celebration! This event runs July 4, 5, and 6, 2025. https://fwfn.com/events/fwfn-summer-pow-wow/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day at Beaches Sandbox](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-at-beaches-sandbox-2/) - Beaches Sandbox (2181 Queen St E) will host a family-friendly day of free activities for reflection, celebration, and connection in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. All are welcome! Presented in partnership with HOPES Indigenous Training Network and curated by Dawn T. Maracle, the day includes: • 10:00 – 10:15 AM: Curator Led Discussion “The
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- [Fifth Annual Indigenous Music Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/fifth-annual-indigenous-music-festival/) - A free two-night celebration of Indigenous performers from across Vancouver Island. Craft market and food vendors on site as well. This event runs July 25 and 26 2025 https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/community-services/events-and-festivals/indigenous-music-festival.html?utm_source=chatterblock&utm_medium=events
- [Pow Wow Between the Lakes](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-between-the-lakes/) - The Pow Wow Between the Lakes is returning to the South Okanagan Events Centre (SOEC) from July 18 – 20, 2025, bringing together Indigenous communities and visitors for a powerful celebration of culture, dance and tradition. https://www.penticton.ca/our-community/events/major-events/pow-wow-between-lakes
- [Pow-wow traditionnel du Grand rassemblement des Premières Nations](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-traditionnel-du-grand-rassemblement-des-premieres-nations/) - This event runs July 12 and 13 2025. https://www.mashteuiatsh.ca/pow-wow-traditionnel/
- [4th Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/4th-annual-anishinaabe-days-celebration/) - Join us for the 4th Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration, a powerful tribute to the culture, traditions, and community spirit of the Anishinaabe people. This two-day gathering is an opportunity to experience Indigenous heritage through music, dance, food, and storytelling—an event for all to enjoy! This event runs July 26 and 27, 2025. https://treaty1.ca/event/4th-annual-anishinaabe-days/
- [Calgary Stampede Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/calgary-stampede-powwow-2/) - Featuring the best dancers and drummers from across Canada and the United States, this extraordinary competition will highlight the diversity of First Nations dancing, singing, and drumming. You’re invited to this unforgettable competition and celebration of cultures at Stampede taking place at the Scotiabank Saddledome July 12-13, 2025. All free with admission to Stampede Park!
- [Mississauga First Nation 44th Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mississauga-first-nation-44th-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Join us in celebration at the Mississauga First Nation Powwow! Everyone is welcome to experience a vibrant gathering of culture, tradition, and community spirit. Enjoy traditional dancing, drumming, singing, and local artisans. Come connect with old friends and make new ones as we honour our ancestors and celebrate our living traditions. We look forward to
- [Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mississaugas-of-scugog-island-first-nation-powwow/) - The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) Powwow is an annual gathering and celebration of Indigenous culture that takes place on Scugog Island, Port Perry Ontario. The powwow features a variety of traditional ceremonies, dances, and songs, and it is an opportunity for Indigenous people to come together to celebrate life, honour people past
- [Chippawas of Kettle & Stony Point 54th Annual Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/chippawas-of-kettle-stony-point-54th-annual-powwow/) - Indigenous dancers, drummers, arts & crafts, and traditional foods are all at the Chippawas of Kettle & Stony Point 54th Annual Powwow. This event runs July 12 and 13, 2025 https://kettlepoint.org/powwow/
- [Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow-wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/echoes-of-a-proud-nation-pow-wow/) - We are thrilled to be celebrating our 33rd Echoes of a Proud Nations Powwow. We have been anticipating this weekend to meet again and bring back the dancers and drums to Kahnawake. This event runs July 12 and 13 2025 https://kahnawakepowwow.ca
- [Grand River ‘Champion of Champions’ Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grand-river-champion-of-champions-powwow-2/) - July 26 - 27 at Ohsweken Speedway. Experience the excitement of centuries of culture as dancers from across North America compete to become the Champion of Champions. https://www.grpowwow.ca
- [Squamish Nation Youth Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/squamish-nation-youth-powwow/) - The Squamish Nation Youth Powwow is an ALL AGES friendly dance competition powwow, focused on uplifting our youth and providing opportunities for education, employment and healing through culture. This event runs July 11, 12, and 13 2025 https://www.squamishnationyouthpowwow.com
- [Weengushk International Film Festival 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/weengushk-international-film-festival-2025/) - Join us for a transformative journey of powerful films, cultural exchanges, and inspiring workshops at the Weengushk International Film Festival. Experience the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture through storytelling, music, and performances. Let's honor the warriors of residential schools and celebrate the creativity and strength of Indigenous voices from around the world. This event runs
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-3/) - Join us in celebrating Solidarity Day with the Woodland Cultural Centre on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Enjoy live performances, interactive activities, a vibrant vendor market, and delicious food all day long. https://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/upcoming-events/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-2/) - This free event will feature informative displays, Indigenous-owned businesses and complimentary traditional cuisine provided by Indi​genous caterers, Dashmaawaan Bemaadzinjin (They Feed the People). This gathering takes place near the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, which holds cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous communities coming together on this day for generations through
- [Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-peoples-day-2/) - Join us in celebrating this meaningful day with live music, food, and local Indigenous art vendors — all are welcome! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1207031874766327&set=pb.100063785760252.-2207520000&type=3
- [Alianait Arts Festival 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/alianait-arts-festival-2025/) - Iqaluit, Nunavut – Get ready for an unforgettable celebration as the Alianait Arts Festival returns with new dates for 2025! This year, from June 19 to June 22, the festival aligns with the summer solstice weekend and National Indigenous Peoples Day, making it the ultimate gathering of culture, creativity, and community. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/alianait-arts-festival-2025-tickets-1310098884029?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
- [Indigenous Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-day-celebration/) - June 21st, 2025 - Indigenous Day Celebration! We have a great line up of fun filled activities for the day! https://kahnawaketourism.com/indigenous-day-celebration/
- [Throw a Boat Down](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/throw-a-boat-down/) - Join a paddle-powered, on the water festival at Jericho Beach! Grab your paddle board, kayak, inflatable boat or canoe and float up to the tall ship stage, or spread your blanket on the beach to enjoy an evening of great music. Proceeds support Indigenous Nations to protect coastal ecosystems for future generations. https://events.humanitix.com/float
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-9/) - Join K’ómoks First Nation and their community and cultural partners for a FREE day long celebration of First Nations, Métis and Inuit culture and resilience! From noon till 9 pm at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds join us for live music, workshops, amazing art and crafts, workshops and demos, knowledge sharing, Tsolum River walks and
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025-celebration/) - The Urban Indigenous Community with support from the City of Burlington is honoured to welcome residents to the Solstice Ceremony in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon at the west end of Spencer Smith Park. https://www.burlington.ca/en/news/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025-celebration-at-spencer-smith-park.aspx
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day: Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration/) - Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a day filled with Indigenous brilliance — featuring local vendors, live performances, powwow dancing, delicious food, and so much more. Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots or coming to learn, this is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures. https://firstlightnl.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-8/) - National Indigenous Peoples Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the unique achievements of all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. It is a nationwide celebration. Visit the Beothuk Interpretation Centre and learn more about the Beothuk culture. https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/plan-and-book/festivals-and-events/29133615
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations/) - Join us June 21st in Charlottetown for National Indigenous Peoples Day! This is a special day to acknowledge the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of Indigenous peoples in Canada. https://www.discovercharlottetown.com/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations/
- [Freedom Day 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/freedom-day-2025/) - Join us for the 5th annual gathering honoring Indian Residential School Survivors and walking to commemorate the Indigenous children who did not return home from these sites. https://www.sipeknekatik.ca/community-events/freedom-day-2025
- [Siksika Nation Powwow 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/siksika-nation-powwow-2025/) - Join us for a fun-filled weekend of music, dancing and delicious food at the Siksika Nation Powwow. We're excited to host this annual event and can't wait to see you there! This event runs June 27 to 29, 2025. https://siksikanationfair.com/powwow?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination+Indigenous&utm_content=Vacation+Planner
- [Movable Feast](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/movable-feast/) - On June 20-21, 2025, 2 Rivers Remix (2RMX) – in partnership with the Tŝideldel Nation – will present a FREE 2-day Movable Feast of contemporary Indigenous Music as part of the Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration in Tŝilhqot’in Territory at the breathtaking Bendziny Resort on Puntzi Lake, BC. https://virtualfeast.ca/events/j21/
- [Summer Solstice Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-celebration-2/) - Celebrate the Summer Solstice with the Aga Khan Museum and Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre. The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year — a time of light, renewal, and connection. Enjoy drop-in activities for schools and the local community, including a tipi display, hands-on arts and crafts activities, drumming and dance
- [National Indigenous People's Days Festival 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-days-festival-2025/) - Get ready for three days of celebration and cultural immersion that will have you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to continue learning about and supporting Indigenous communities in our region! This celebration brings together artists, performers, educators, students, and community members for cultural learning, exchange and collaboration through a series of family-friendly activities. This Event
- [2025 Culture Camp](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2025-culture-camp/) - This year’s theme, Empowering Youth Through Ceremony, invites us all to gather in a spirit of connection and celebration—so mark your calendars for an exciting and meaningful experience honouring Indigenous culture. https://bentarrow.ca/2025-culture-camp/#
- [CNFC Indigenous Peoples Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/cnfc-indigenous-peoples-festival/) - The Canadian Native Friendship Centre will be hosting the CNFC Indigenous Peoples Festival on June 21st, 2025 at Borden Park from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. We will be releasing a poster with the performers soon!! Hope to see everyone there! https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1153498126821736&set=pb.100064846776291.-2207520000
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-7/) - Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Heritage Park with a full day of community-led programming, rooted in tradition and open to all. The centerpiece of the day is a vibrant Pow Wow — a powerful gathering that brings together dancers, drummers, and community in celebration of culture, identity and connection. FREE Park Admission for individuals
- [2nd Annual Two Spirit Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2nd-annual-two-spirit-powwow/) - We are honoured to invite you to the 2nd Annual Two Spirit Powwow, a full-day celebration of Indigenous identity, culture, and community—led by and for Two Spirit people across the Syilx territory and beyond. https://www.kelownapride.com/event-details/2nd-annual-two-spirit-powwow
- [VAHS Father’s Day Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/vahs-fathers-day-pow-wow/) - Join us for our 3rd Annual Father’s Day Pow Wow as we come together to celebrate and honour the strength, love, and legacy of our fathers, grandfathers, and sons. This event runs June 14th and 15th 2025. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1028900066050733&set=pcb.1149940903815935
- [Metis Rendezvous - Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/metis-rendezvous-indigenous-peoples-day/) - Join us at City Park - North Field for a day honoring and celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day! There will be performances, a tipi raising ceremony, medicine tents, shaved ice, sausages (while supplies last) and cultural activities through the day. There will also be an Indigenous Vendors market and a chance to connect with some
- [Day of Learning: An Educational Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/day-of-learning-an-educational-celebration/) - Sainte-Marie has been hosting this dynamic, education-focused celebration of Indigenous cultures for decades. Come and learn directly from First Nations and Métis experts and allies! Open to school groups and the general public. Admission is $12, tax included, per person. Children five and under are free. Indigenous persons are free with valid ID. saintemarieamongthehurons.on.ca/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day/#School-focused-celebration
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025/) - Celebrate Indigenous culture, music, and tradition on June 21 at Celebration Square, including a host of exciting indigenous voices, and featuring a powerful headline performance by Tanya Tagaq – Polaris Music Prize & JUNO award-winning Inuk throat singer known for her raw, genre-defying sound. https://www.mississauga.ca/events-and-attractions/events-calendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025/?eventdate=2025-06-21T17:00:00&schedule=20812
- [13th Annual Sasquatch Days](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/35034/) - The very first Sasquatch Days took place on May 23 & 24, 1938, drawing over 2,000 First Nations people from across Canada and the United States. Be part of living history as you join us on the shores of Harrison Lake, the traditional territory of Sts’ailes people on the ancient village site of Qwólts and
- [Rooted Waters Screening & Cultural Showcase: Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/rooted-waters-screening-cultural-showcase-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration/) - Join us in honoring Indigenous Peoples Day with Rooted Waters & Cultural Showcase— a powerful celebration of Indigenous culture, history, and art. This is a family-friendly, community event. All are welcome to attend and support Indigenous culture, artists, and businesses. The Theatre portion is TICKET ONLY. https://www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/ccc-event/rooted-waters-cultural-showcase/
- [Surrey's National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration & Wellness Event](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/surreys-national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-wellness-event/) - Join us on June 21 for the National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration & Wellness Event, live at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale! https://www.surrey.ca/news-events/events/surreys-national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-wellness-event
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-6/) - Please join the Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society in a celebration and sharing of our culture, with food, games, entertainment, and a market! https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1122354653256395&set=gm.1270052941793370&idorvanity=1270031478462183
- [Change Makers Gathering Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/change-makers-gathering-festival/) - Change Makers Gathering Festival honours Indigenous knowledge transfer and a path to understanding in a fun, interactive and welcoming way for everyone. We honour and appreciate the Indigenous Knowledge Keepers who are graciously offering their guidance towards this important event. https://langford.ca/calendar/change-makers-gathering-festival-2/
- [Kamloopa Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kamloopa-powwow/) - Kamloopa Powwow Society welcomes all to join our 44th annual Kamloopa. We are honored to announce our guest from New Zealand, Wainuiomata High Students and family members coming to perform the traditional Maori Kapa Haka.Come enjoy our celebration though song and dance. This event runs June 27 to 29, 2025 https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122232263780207490&set=a.122110058846207490
- [Dokis First Nation 23rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dokis-first-nation-23rd-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Dokis First Nation 23rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow!!June 28 & 29, 2025 https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1028742312695198&set=pb.100066783153986.-2207520000
- [28th Annual Soaring Spirit Festival & Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/28th-annual-soaring-spirit-festival-pow-wow/) - Celebrating National Indigenous People's Day, this three-day event features education, ceremonies, live entertainment, and the Native Arts, Craft, Trade & Food Show. This event runs June 20 to 22, 2025. https://www.hamilton.ca/things-do/festivals-events/events-calendar/soaring-spirit-pow-wow-festival
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-5/) - You’re invited to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with us at Fort Langley National Historic Site.Enjoy a full day of storytelling, drumming, dancing, food, and over 25 Indigenous vendors.Performances by Wild River Singers, Red Hawk Singers, and the Waceya Métis Society Jiggers, with food served by Tradish’s Ancestor Café. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=719717620414828&set=a.221202846932977
- [Georgian Bay 22nd Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/georgian-bay-22nd-annual-traditional-pow-wow/) - Our 22nd Annual Traditional Pow Wow & National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration will be held on Friday June 20th and Saturday June 21st 2025. The event will be held at Sainte-Marie Park (Hwy 12 Wye Valley Rd). Stay tuned for more information! https://www.gbnfc.com/traditional-pow-wow
- [Red Lake Anishinaape Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/red-lake-anishinaape-pow-wow/) - The Red Lake Pow Wow is hosted on Keesic Beach, where the Anishinaape have gathered since time immemorial. These grounds are considered sacred. www.redlakepowwow.com/about-red-lake/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-4/) - Mark your calendar and bring your friends! National Indigenous Peoples Day is almost here! June 21st — a celebration of culture, connection, and community for all. See you there! kwanlindunculturalcentre.com/experience-our-culture/nipd/
- [Rez In The City 2.0](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/rez-in-the-city-2-0/) - Rez In The City 2.0 is an Indigenous fashion and cultural celebration presented by Authentically Indigenous Inc., in partnership with SouthCentre Mall. The event will be held on June 22, 2025, as part of SouthCentre Mall's Indigenous History Month celebrations, bringing Indigenous fashion, music, and dance to a major Calgary retail venue. https://www.authenticallyindig.com/about-6
- [Eskasoni L'nue'kati 34th Annual Mawio'mi](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/eskasoni-34th-annual-mawiomi/) - 34th Annual Eskasoni L'nue'kati Mawio'mi!!!! This event runs June 27 to June 29 2025. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122119741418861470&set=a.122096276696861470
- [Sitansisk - St. Mary's First Nation 25th Anniversary Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sitansisk-st-marys-first-nation-25th-anniversary-powwow/) - Come hear the drum beat of Mother Earth at St Mary's Old Reserve (510 Union Street) and listen to the voices of the ancestors of the Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people as they share their culture through music, dance and traditional ceremonies. This event runs June 13 to 15 2025. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10171804495565245&set=g.940360009993217
- [KWE! Show](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-show/) - In front of the National Assembly of Québec. Great celebration featuring music artists from First Nations and Inuit in Quebec. https://www.kwefest.com/en/grand-spectacle
- [Pow Wow International de Wendake 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pow-wow-international-de-wendake-2025/) - The big moment is fast approaching! Join us on June 27, 28, and 29 for the 2025 edition of the Wendake International Pow Wow! On the program: fascinating lectures and workshops, unforgettable cultural discoveries, and a festive atmosphere not to be missed! We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the richness of our
- [3rd Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Block Party](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/3rd-annual-national-indigenous-peoples-day-block-party/) - Empowering the Past, Embracing the Present, Uplifting the Future: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with Us! Join us at the intersection of Main & Hastings, in front of the Carnegie Community Centre, for our 3rd Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration Block Party! This vibrant event, hosted in partnership with the City of Vancouver, will
- [KWE! Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-festival/) - An unique and free event featuring several exciting activities: culinary discoveries, children's activities, craft demonstrations, conferences on current issues, and craft workshops. A vibrant immersion into the cultures of Quebec's 11 Indigenous Nations! Un événement unique et gratuit où plusieurs espaces animés vous attendent : découvertes culinaires, activités pour enfants, démonstrations de savoir-faire, conférences thématiques
- [Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-peoples-day/) - Join us at Assiniboine Park on Sunday, June 22 for a day filled with music, entertainment, and fun in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day. All activities take place at the outdoor Gardens at The Leaf and inside The Leaf classroom. https://www.assiniboinepark.ca/events/event/172
- [Wanuskewin's Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wanuskewins-annual-national-indigenous-peoples-day/) - Wanuskewin's Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Activities - Admission by Donation Day! Join us Saturday, June 21, 2025 for a day full of activities for the entire family! wanuskewin.com/event/june-21-national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations-save-the-date/
- [Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/rock-your-roots-walk-for-reconciliation/) - The Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation takes place on Fri, June 20, National Indigenous Peoples Day. We start at Victoria Park in Saskatoon (606 Spadina Cres W). The walk honours Residential School Survivors and invites community to show up and demonstrate their commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. "Rock your roots" by wearing the cultural
- [1st Annual 2S Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/1st-annual-2s-pow-wow/) - History is in the making — join us for the Edmonton 2 Spirit Society’s 1st Annual Pow Wow on June 28th, 2025 at Borden Park! A powerful celebration of identity, culture, and community — where tradition meets resilience, and 2 Spirit voices rise in pride and unity. https://e2s.ca/events/1st-annual-2s-pow-wow/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-3/) - For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. The Town of Banff will host performances, food tastings, cultural conversations and more, all free and accessible to residents and visitors, with
- [7th Annual Alberta Métis Fest](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/7th-annual-alberta-metis-fest/) - Join us June 13–14 at the Cultural Gathering Centre, Métis Crossing, for two thrilling days filled with Métis culture and celebration! Experience the Métis Jamboree, Jigging Competitions, Artisan Market, and much more! https://albertametis.com/events/albertametisfest/
- [HOTLATCH: National Indigenous Peoples Day 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/hotlatch-national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025/) - We’re back at Birdhouse in Mount Pleasant for the return of Vancouver’s celebration of 2-Spirit, Indigiqueer, and queer Indigenous excellence! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hotlatch-national-indigenous-peoples-day-2025-tickets-1379709932549?aff=erelexpmlt
- [Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival/) - The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (SSIF) is an annual multi-disciplinary arts festival that brings together Indigenous artists, performers, educators, students, and community members to share knowledge, foster understanding, and celebrate the richness of Canada’s Indigenous cultures. This event runs June 21 and 22 2025. https://summersolsticefestivals.ca
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-2/) - Recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day
- [Summer Solstice Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-celebration/) - Celebrate Summer Solstice with Whispering River Music in Cultural workshopsand a respectful outdoor Gathering honouring the sacred traditions ofthe Ojibwe, Métis, and Settlers from all parts of the world. https://www.whisperingrivermusic.com/summer-solstice-celebration
- [Selxwi:chel Arts & Culture Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/selxwichel-arts-culture-day/) - Bringing the community together to showcase First Nations, Inuit & Metis Arts and Culture. Join us for a free family event celebrating Indigenous Culture. https://www.facebook.com/Selxwichel
- [Indigenous Celebration 2025](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-celebration-2025/) - Join the Ontario Science Centre team and our Indigenous partners at Harbourfront Centre for a free, family-friendly event on Saturday, June 7. Explore Indigenous ways of knowing through interactive workshops, performances and activities. Connect with members of the Indigenous community to learn about and celebrate their heritage. https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/pop-ups-plus-events/events/indigenous-celebration-2025
- [Ode’imin Giizis: Healing Through UNITY Traditional Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/odeimin-giizis-healing-through-unity-traditional-powwow/) - You're invited to Ode’imin Giizis: Healing Through UNITY Traditional Powwow, a powerful day of culture, connection, and community on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum. https://calendar.waterlooregionmuseum.ca/Default/Detail/2025-06-22-1000-Odeimin-Giizis-Healing-Through-UNITY-Traditional-P
- [Abegweit First Nation Annual Mawio’mi](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/abegweit-first-nation-annual-mawiomi/) - We're excited to share our plans for this year's Abegweit First Nation Annual Mawio'mi! This special gathering is a time to celebrate our culture, traditions, and community. All are welcome to attend! This event runs June 7th and 8th 2025. https://www.facebook.com/events/3752460258378715/?acontext=%7B"event_action_history"%3A[]%7D
- [3rd annual Komasket Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/3rd-annual-komasket-powwow/) - Join us for the 3rd annual Komasket Powwow happening June 6 - 8 weekend at the Komasket Arbour. There will be dancers, drummers, food vendors, artisan crafts and more! https://www.tourismvernon.com/events/3rd-annual-komasket-powwow
- [Lead by Example Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/lead-by-example-powwow/) - Strathmore and Siksika Nation are on a journey. Powwow is a celebration of life where many nations and tribes join to share songs and dances. Powwows welcome all people and highlight the enduring strength of Indigenous culture. This event runs from June 6 to June 8 2025. leadbyexamplepowwow.ca
- [Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/nogojiwanong-indigenous-fringe-festival-2/) - The Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival (NIFF) is the world's first and only Indigenous Fringe. This event runs from June 19 to June 22 2025. https://www.indigenousfringefest.ca/about-niff
- [Na-Me-Res Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/na-me-res-pow-wow/) - Join for the 2025 Na-Me-Res Pow Wow! Held in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, this free, family-friendly event invites everyone to experience the vibrant traditions of Indigenous culture. Enjoy drumming, dancing, and singing, browse craft and food vendors, and connect with community booths. Grand Entry begins at 12:00 p.m. and the celebration continues until
- [Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music and Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kamamooshkaming-sagiiwehwining-indigenous-music-and-arts-festival-225/) - Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is coming to Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto, May 30-31, 2025! Let’s come together in a good way to kick off Indigenous History Month with this FREE two-day celebration featuring: Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Aysanabee, Sebastian Gaskin, Tia Wood, Drives the Common Man, Julian Taylor, Shawnee Kish, Reuben and
- [Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music and Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kamamooshkaming-sagiiwehwining-indigenous-music-and-arts-festival/) - Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is coming to Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto, May 30-31, 2025! Let’s come together in a good way to kick off Indigenous History Month with this FREE two-day celebration featuring: Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Aysanabee, Sebastian Gaskin, Tia Wood, Drives the Common Man, Julian Taylor, Shawnee Kish, Reuben and
- [DWF LIVE: MMIWG2S+ with Natasha Fisher](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-mmiwg2s-with-vanessa-brousseau/) - Join singer-songwriter Natasha Fisher as she talks about how her music connects to her activism. Her songs capture the intensity of heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery, while incorporating Indigenous (Anishinaabe) elements that add depth and authenticity. In this DWF LIVE, Natasha will share important messages around the MMIWG2S+ crisis and explore how Indigenous arts serve as
- [DWF LIVE: Earth Day with Larissa Crawford](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-earth-day-with-larissa-crawford/) - Join us on April 22 at 2 pm ET for a special Earth Day DWF LIVE with Larissa Crawford. Founder of Future Ancestors and an accomplished researcher and policy advisor, Larissa will explore Earth Day through concepts of ancestral accountability and the intersections of climate justice, anti-racism, and Indigenous knowledge. Learn how these perspectives can
- [Indigenous Market and Celebration Gathering- Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-market-and-celebration-gathering-free/) - An exciting day with a vendor market featuring Indigenous vendors as well as performances from the Indigenous community throughout the day. This is a free event for the public to attend. Learn more at: creemorefarmersmarket.ca
- [Madwewetoon Indigenous Music & Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/madwewetoon-indigenous-music-arts-festival/) - Madwewetoon Indigenous Music & Arts Festival set to debut in Sudbury March 13, 2025. Featuring performances by Tom Wilson TEHOHÀHAKE TRIO, Logan Staats, Mimi O'Bonsawin, Thea May, at The Grand. Host and opening performance by Wampums. The first Madwewetoon (muh-DWAY-weh-toon), Indigenous music festival is coming to The Grand in Sudbury on Thursday, March 13, 2025
- [Pink Shirt Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pink-shirt-day/)
- [Ziigwan/Spring](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ziigwan-spring/)
- [DWF LIVE: Storytime with Willie Poll](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-storytime-with-willie-poll/) - Prepare for World Water Day with a DWF LIVE featuring Métis author Willie Poll. Willie will read her book “Minnow: The Girl Who Became Part Fish” and answer questions from DWF’s host. This session will explore the spiritual, cultural, and ecological significance of water in Indigenous communities in Canada. The first half of the session
- [DWF LIVE with Jaelyn Terriak: Afro-Inuk Representation in the Arts](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-jaelyn-terriak-afro-inuk-representation-in-the-arts/) - Join us this Black History Month for a special conversation with Jaelyn Terriak. This session will focus on the rich tapestry of intersecting identities, highlighting her experience as an Afro-Inuk in Canada and the importance of representation in the arts. Suggested Age: Grades 8-12+ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DownieWenjack Watch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downiewenjack Watch on LinkedIn:
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - North Bay](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-north-bay/) - The Capitol Centre - 150 Main St E, North Bay, ON P1B 1A8 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF -Parry Sound](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-parry-sound/) - Stockey Centre - 2 Bay St, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1S3 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Toronto](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-toronto/) - Horseshoe Tavern - 370 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A2 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Sarnia](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-sarnia/) - Imperial Theatre - 168 Christina St N, Sarnia, ON In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Hipfest at Sons of Kent Brewery – Chatham](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-hipfest-at-sons-of-kent-brewery-chatham/) - Sons of Kent Brewery - 27 Adelaide St S, Chatham, ON N7M 4P9 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Goderich](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-goderich/) - Livery Theatre - 35 South St, Goderich, ON N7A 3L4 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - London](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-london/) - Aeolian Hall- 795 Dundas St, London, ON N5W 2Z6 In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Belleville](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-belleville/) - In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Huntsville](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-huntsville/) - In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in
- [Grace, 2 - Concert in support of DWF - Fergus](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-concert-in-support-of-dwf-fergus/) - In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in
- [DWF LIVE: Kaija Heitland – The Ribbon Skirt Project](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-kaija-heitland-the-ribbon-skirt-project/) - Please note: this session has been postponed. National Ribbon Skirt Day, which takes place on January 4, was established in response to the story of Isabella Kulak of Cote First Nation in Saskatchewan, who felt shamed for wearing her ribbon skirt to a formal school event. Ribbon Skirts can be worn during ceremonies or special
- [Reconciliation Through Art Announces YouTube Channel](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art-announces-youtube-channel/) - Reconciliation Through Art was a unique and uplifting event at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum in Almonte, Ontario that united communities through art, performances, dialogue and truth telling from Ontario and local First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists. Videos from the event are now available on a new YouTube Channel.
- [DWF LIVE: Indigenous Veterans Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-indigenous-veterans-day/) - Indigenous Veterans Day is observed in Canada on November 8, in recognition of Indigenous contributions to military service. For this session, we will learn about the important role that Indigenous peoples have played in service and share the histories of some key Indigenous veterans.
- [DWF LIVE: Métis Santa](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-metis-santa/) - Métis Santa is a lot like the Santa most children in Canada are familiar with, but instead of a belt, gloves, and boots, Métis Santa wears a sash, mittens, and moccasins. Join Métis Santa (Lloyd Gwin) once again as he reads a story and then takes questions from students about Métis Christmas. Educators can sign up for a chance to have their class meet Métis Santa during the virtual session by emailing jamie@downiewenjack.ca. Learn more at: https://downiewenjack.ca/dwflive/
- [Louis Riel Day Queen’s Park Flag Raising Ceremony](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/louis-riel-day-queens-park-flag-raising-ceremony/) - On Monday, November 18, 2024, at 12:10pm the MNO and the Legislative Assembly of Ontario are commemorating Louis Riel Day with a special flag-raising ceremony at Queen’s Park. This annual event brings together leadership and members of the community in honoring the legacy of the great Métis leader, and celebrating the courage, sacrifices and contributions of the Métis people to Canada. Event highlights include remarks from invited dignitaries, provincial leadership and MNO representatives, as well as the ceremonial wreath-laying and a moment of silence. All are encouraged to attend and show support! Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [Niagara Region Métis Council - Louis Riel Day Flag Raising Ceremony](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/niagara-region-metis-council-louis-riel-day-flag-raising-ceremony/) - The Niagara Region Métis Council is hosting a Louis Riel Day flag raising ceremony at 4:00PM at 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold. Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [Chapleau Métis Council Dinner and Annual General Meeting for Louis Riel Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/chapleau-metis-council-dinner-and-annual-general-meeting-for-louis-riel-day/) - The Chapleau Métis Council is hosting a Dinner and Annual General Meeting for Louis Riel Day on November 16, 2024. The event begins at 7PM at the Royal Canadian Legion, 33 Younge St Chapleau. Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [Timiskaming Métis Council AGM and a Louis Riel Day celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/timiskaming-metis-council-agm-and-a-louis-riel-day-celebration/) - Timiskaming Métis Council is hosting its AGM and a Louis Riel Day celebration with citizens on Saturday, Nov. 16th from 11AM to 3PM at the New Liskeard Community Centre located in the Town of New Liskeard, City of Temiskaming Shores. The council is also working with the Conseil Scolaire Catholique De District Des Grandes Rivieres to fly the Métis flag at local schools. Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [Community Feast and Celebration for Louis Riel Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/community-feast-and-celebration-for-louis-riel-day/) - Thunder Bay Métis Council is hosting a Community Feast and Celebration for Louis Riel Day on November 16, 2024 from 1-3PM at Old Fort William. Kooshopayiw Art Collective will also be hosting an exhibit Old Fort William at 12PM, featuring the artworks of Laurie W Bellamy, Alicia Brink, Patti Belanger Sharon Gridwood, Korri Loveday, Kristy Cameron, and George Simard. Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [Toronto City Council Louis Riel Day Flag-raising](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/toronto-city-council-louis-riel-day-flag-raising/) - The City of Toronto will be hosting a Louis Riel Day flag-raising, a pancake brunch, and cultural programming at City Hall at 9:30AM-12PM on November 16, 2024. This annual event offers a unique chance for local leadership, including Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, and Métis citizens to gather, connect, and learn about Métis culture and history. Learn more at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
- [MNO Healing and Wellness - Virtual - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mno-healing-and-wellness-virtual-free/) - MNO Healing and Wellness will be hosting its annual Louis Riel Day Pancake Dinner over Zoom from 5:30-6:30PM. While pancakes kits are no longer available, families can join in on the fun and online conversations at: https://www.metisnation.org/news/mno-holds-fourth-annual-virtual-louis-riel-day-pancake-dinner/
- [Louis Riel Day Program - Virtual - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/louis-riel-day-program-virtual-free/) - Please join the Law Society of Ontario and the Métis Nation of Ontario for the annual Louis Riel Day program. This event features Métis and Canadian legal and historical perspectives and will examine ways that Indigenous histories and laws can be uplifted, rather than torn down, in the courts. Indigenous communities —including Métis communities – have increasingly turned to Canadian courts to defend and uphold their rights in recent years. Learn more at: https://lso.ca/news-events/events/events-2024/louis-riel-day
- [Secret Path Week - DWF LIVE: Inuit Traditions with Qattuu](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-inuit-traditions-with-qattuu/) - Qattuu is an Ontario-based, Inuk throat-singer, originally from Pangnirtung, Nunavut. In this session, Qattuu will focus on the rich traditions of Inuit arts and storytelling, with a focus on Throat Singing. Learn about the power of Inuit Throat Singing in preserving history, culture, and values. Lesson Plan (English) Plan de leçon (Français) Join us on
- [Secret Path Week - DWF LIVE: Storytime with Nicola Campbell, Shi Shi Etko](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-storytime-with-nicola-campbell-shi-shi-etko/) - Nicola I. Campbell is a Nłeʔkepmx, Syilx, and Métis author from British Columbia. Her stories weave cultural and land-based teachings that focus on respect, endurance, healing, and reciprocity. She will be joining us for a special story time session where she will read her book Shi Shi Etko, which was featured in DWF Legacy Schools
- [Secret Path Week - DWF LIVE: Mauna Kea and International Indigenous Solidarity](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-mauna-kea-and-international-indigenous-solidarity/) - Through the lens of mothers and daughters in three Native Hawaiian families, Standing Above the Clouds is a documentary that explores intergenerational healing and the impacts of safeguarding Mauna Kea, a sacred mountain in Hawai'i under threat of destruction from the development of a massive Thirty Meter Telescope. In this special DWF LIVE, we will
- [Truth With Reconciliation: A Healing Framework](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-with-reconciliation-a-healing-framework/) - You have the power to influence real change. We invite you to join our collective at Truth with Reconciliation: A Healing Framework to explore how your organization can be part of the reconciliation journey. This 2-Day Conference is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Indigenous values, foster inclusive practices in the workplace, and demonstrate your commitment to meaningful change that benefits both your organization and the broader community.
- [Secret Path Week - DWF LIVE: International Day of the Girl Child](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-international-day-of-the-girl-child/) - October 11 is International Day of the Girl Child, a day dedicated to amplifying the power of girls, championing their rights worldwide, and reflecting on the challenges they continue to face. We’ll be highlighting this day during Secret Path Week with a DWF LIVE that spotlights the unique challenges and triumphs of Indigenous girls and
- [DWF LIVE x Minoshkite with Sebastian Gaskin](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-x-minoshkite-with-sebastian-gaskin/) - As part of Minoshkite, DWF will provide engaging school and youth programming, including a special DWF LIVE with Sebastian Gaskin. Join us LIVE at 2pm ET from Universal Music, where Sebastian will play some of their biggest hits and answer your questions from the live chat. Sebastian is an award-winning Tataskweyak Cree Nation multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter,
- [Tragically Hip Tribute Show / DWF Fundraiser](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/tragically-hip-tribute-show-dwf-fundraiser/) - Edmonton cover band Mourning Wood will be hosting its 7th annual Downie-Wenjack fundraiser at On The Rocks Edmonton. Learn more at: https://ontherocksyeg.com/
- [imPACt PLUS FILM- Gord Downie’s Secret Path and Panel Discussion](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/impact-plus-film-gord-downies-secret-path-and-panel-discussion/) - Film is a powerful expression of the human experience and one of the most accessible methods of storytelling. Join us in The Film House to view The Secret Path, the animated film adaptation of Gord Downie's musical album and Jeff Lemire's graphic novel about Chanie Wenjack. The film is divided into ten chapters, each a song from Downie's musical retelling of Chanie's story – from his escape from the Cecilia Jeffrey Indian Residential School, to his subsequent and heartbreaking death from hunger and exposure to the harsh weather. The final product is a uniquely immersive emotional experience - an insight into the life of a little boy who, as Gord has said, he never knew, "but will always love." Students will view the film and have a post-screening discussion with Justin Stephenson, the animation director of The Secret Path film and Downie Wenjack Fund Artist Ambassador, as well as representatives from Hadiya’dagénhahs First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Centre at Brock University. Learn more at: https://firstontariopac.ca/Online/def
- [Screening of The Secret Path at The Film House](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/screening-of-the-secret-path-at-the-film-house/) - In 1966, Chanie Wenjack ran away from Cecilia Jeffrey Residential School in Kenora, Ontario. He walked for 36 hours along the train tracks before dying of exposure on October 22. He was just 12 years old. His death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in the residential school system. Chanie’s story, tragically, is like so many stories of Indigenous children in this country. Chanie is gone, but his story endures in Gord Downie’s album Secret Path. The Downie Wenjack Fund invites all people in Canada to use Secret Path Week to answer Gord Downie’s call to action, to 'Do Something' to move reconciliation forward.
- [WaaPaKe (Tomorrow): Screening with filmmaker Jules Arita Koostachin](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/waapake-tomorrow-screening-with-filmmaker-jules-arita-koostachin/) - On September 29, starting at 2pm, this intimate, award-winning film delves into the Indian Residential School (IRS) experiences that have affected Jules Koostachin's family from Attawapiskat. Released in 2023 by the National Film Board of Canada WaaPaKe (Tomorrow) focuses on intergenerational resiliency, healing and hope, offering a unique insight into the IRS experience and its impact, a central theme of Truth and Reconciliation and Every Child Matters. Jules Koostachin will be available for questions and discussion. Learn more at: reconciliationthroughart.ca
- [Truth and Reconciliation Week: Lil'wat Teachings with Talon Pascal – Part 1: The Art of Bow Making](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-and-reconciliation-week-lilwat-teachings-with-talon-pascal-part-1/) - 11:00am PT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm CT | 2:00pm ET | 3:00pm AT | 3:30pm NT Talon Pascal is a member of the Lil’wat Nation and an archaeology student at Simon Fraser University. He has been learning about traditional Lil’wat practices since he was a child, and his goal is to pass his skills
- [Truth and Reconciliation Week: Lil'wat Teachings with Talon Pascal – Part 2: The Art of Flint Knapping](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-and-reconciliation-week-lilwat-teachings-with-talon-pascal-part-2/) - 11:00am PT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm CT | 2:00pm ET | 3:00pm AT | 3:30pm NT Join us for a special mini-series that highlights Lil’wat practices, led by Talon Pascal. In Part 2 of this series, Talon will share teachings on flint knapping. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DownieWenjack Watch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downiewenjack Watch on LinkedIn:
- [Truth and Reconciliation Week: Lil'wat Teachings with Talon Pascal – Part 3: The Art of the Canoe](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-and-reconciliation-week-lilwat-teachings-with-talon-pascal-part-3/) - 11:00am PT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm CT | 2:00pm ET | 3:00pm AT | 3:30pm NT Join us for a special mini-series that highlights Lil’wat practices, led by Talon Pascal. In Part 3 of this series, Talon will share teachings on building a traditional canoe. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DownieWenjack Watch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downiewenjack Watch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/downiewenjack
- [Truth and Reconciliation Week: Sports and Reconciliation with Dallas Soonias](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/truth-and-reconciliation-week-sports-and-reconciliation-with-dallas-soonias/) - 11:00am PT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm CT | 2:00pm ET | 3:00pm AT | 3:30pm NT Join us for a candid conversation with Dallas Soonias, former professional volleyball player and CBC Olympic Commentator for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Dallas will offer a recap of the 2024 Olympics, sharing his favourite moments from the Games,
- [Teaching Circle for Indigenous Community with Kawennanoron Cynthia White - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/teaching-circle-for-indigenous-community-with-kawennanoron-cynthia-white-free/) - Welcome to Teaching Circle for Indigenous Community! This 1-hour virtual teaching circle facilitated by Spiritual Teacher Kahontakwas Cynthia (Cindy) White will provide participants with cultural teachings related to spiritual wellness and medicines. This circle is for Indigenous community members only and is free. Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated; please select the "Donation Ticket" option if you wish to donate. Learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/teaching-circle-for-indigenous-community-with-kawennanoron-cynthia-white-tickets-1013034903667?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
- [Wildlands League & Mushkegowuk Council Present: Tawich in the City](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wildlands-league-mushkegowuk-council-present-tawich-in-the-city/) - Wildlands League and Mushkegowuk Council are delighted to present Tawich in the City, where Indigenous music meets science meets art and much more. Tawich* has been a hidden gem until now. This one night only event will connect your heart, soul, and mind to Canada's great inland sea and its incredible people! You will see astonishing wildlife footage by the award-winning Water Brothers and hear from the Omushkego leaders like Mushkegowuk Council’s Deputy Grand Chief Natasha Martin, Peawanuck’s Sam Hunter, and Juno Award winner Lawrence Martin, who is galvanizing the protection of his peoples’ sacred lands and waters. Learn more at: https://www.rcmusic.com/events-and-performances/tawich-in-the-city
- [Métis Experiences of Trauma and Healing - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/metis-experiences-of-trauma-and-healing/) - This 1-hour talk, facilitated by Dr. Tera Beaulieu, WWC Director, will focus on Métis experiences of historical and collective trauma, and culturally-specific pathways of healing for Métis people. This talk is open to anyone and is free. Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated; please select the "Donation Ticket" option if you wish to donate. Learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-experiences-of-trauma-and-healing-tickets-1010884281097?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
- [Teaching Circle for Indigenous Community with Kahontakwas Diane Longboat - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/teaching-circle-for-indigenous-community-with-kahontakwas-diane-longboat-free/) - Welcome to Teaching Circle for Indigenous Community! This 1-hour virtual teaching circle facilitated by Spiritual Teacher Kahontakwas Diane Longboat will provide participants with cultural teachings related to spiritual practices and ceremony. This circle is for Indigenous community members only and is free. Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated; please select the "Donation Ticket" option if you wish to donate. Learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/teaching-circle-for-indigenous-community-with-kahontakwas-diane-longboat-tickets-1010955443947?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
- [Reconciliation Through Art - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliation-through-art/) - Organized by Métis Elder and Almonte resident Tony Belcourt, this free, day-long event on Monday, September 30* (8 am-8 pm) brings together Indigenous artists, performers, and knowledge keepers from across Ontario to create an unforgettable experience at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum in Almonte. • Indigenous Art and Artisan Exhibition: Over 20 artists from across Ontario will showcase their work, offering visitors the opportunity to purchase art and hear directly from the artists. Many will also contribute to our Silent Auction. • Indigenous Performances: Enjoy music, drumming, dancing, and storytelling from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, providing a meaningful way to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Learn more at:reconciliationthroughart.ca
- [ReconciliACTION Market](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/reconciliaction-market/) - Join us at St. Lawrence Market in Downtown Toronto. The market will feature Indigenous artisans, food vendors, and performances from local Indigenous artists. All are welcome. No registration required.
- [LEGACY: A Concert in support of the Downie-Wenjack Fund](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/legacy-a-concert-in-support-of-the-downie-wenjack-fund/) - A fundraising concert in support of The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, we welcome you to join musicians The Poets, Walking through the Fire, and more for a special evening to celebrate the man, the music, and his enduring legacy. Learn more at: https://burlingtonpac.ca/events/legacy/
- [Echoes of Reconciliation Music & Arts Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/echoes-of-reconciliation-music-arts-festival/) - DWF is supporting the Halton Equity and Diversity Roundtable by participating in the Echoes of Reconciliation Music & Arts Festival, an evening of celebrating Indigenous artists, musicians, speakers, and wisdom keepers, each bringing their unique voice and perspective to the event. All are welcome. Register here: Echos of Reconciliation | Halton Equity Divers (hedroundtable.com)
- [Celebrating Gord and The Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/celebrating-gord-and-the-hip/) - A community celebration of the music and legacy of Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip continues to grow with performances from local musicians, high school student artists and the winners of an upcoming contest inviting Niagara to share their favourite Hip memory, poem and song. The evening closes with the return of The Poets, a stellar Tragically Hip tribute band who are travelling all the way from Moosonee and Moose Factory to St. Catharines as DWF Artist Ambassadors.
- [The Poets: A Tragically Hip Tribute](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-poets-a-tragically-hip-tribute/) - Merging the magic of Gord Downie’s music, performed by The Tragically Hip tribute band The Poets, with Gord's mission of ReconciliACTION. Join us for our annual LEGACY concert in partnership with The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Hear music from local Indigenous performers, and shop the Indigenous vendors market. Learn more at: https://tickets.brampton.ca/online/default.asp?doWork:
- [Grace 2 - Celebrating The Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-celebrating-the-tragically-hip-2/) - We believe to truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honor Gord Downie's legacy we must use the power of the Hip's music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Gord Downie asked us to, "do something" and so we shall.
- [Grace 2 - Celebrating the Music of the Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-celebrating-the-music-of-the-tragically-hip/) - We are proud to announce that this show is part of a series of concerts in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Gord Downie asked us to, “do something” and so we shall. Like all devoted fans of The Tragically Hip, we are united by the powerful soundtrack that has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. We aim to evoke those cherished memories and emotions that are forever linked to The Hip's music, while honouring the indelible legacy of Gord Downie.
- [Grace 2 – The Music of the Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-the-music-of-the-tragically-hip/) - To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip’s music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Gord Downie asked us to, “do something” and so we shall.
- [Grace 2 - Celebrating The Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace2-show/) - Grace 2 – Celebrating The Tragically Hip - In Support of the Downie Wenjack Fund We believe to truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip's music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce this event as part of our series of concerts in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Gord Downie asked us to, “do something” and so we shall.
- [Grace 2 - Celebrating the Tragically Hip](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-celebrating-the-tragically-hip/) - To truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie’s legacy we must use the power of the Hip's music to raise money and awareness for great causes. This is why we are proud to announce the 3rd annual concert in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund at the Legendary Horseshoe Tavern. Gord Downie asked us to, “do something” and so we shall.
- [2nd Annual HipFest](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2nd-annual-hipfest/) - Grace, 2 - The Tragically Hip Tribute believes in order to truly pay tribute to The Tragically Hip and honour Gord Downie's legacy, we must use the power of the Hip's music to raise money and awareness for great causes. Gord asked us to "Do Something" and so we shall.
- [Wendake International Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/wendake-international-pow-wow/) - This important festival highlights authentic First Nations traditions at the Carrefour Artistique de Wendake. Bring the whole family to watch the international dance & drum competitions held within the heart of the community at the magnificent open-air dance circle next to Akiawenrahk’ River. Listen to traditional songs; discover our crafts & cuisine; and learn how we are safeguarding our traditions. First Nations from near and far converge to engage in colourful competitions to the rhythm of drum beats. Learn more at: https://tourismewendake.ca/pow-wow/?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination+Indigenous&utm_content=Canadian+Pow+Wows
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day at Beaches Sandbox](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-at-beaches-sandbox/) - In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, Beaches Sandbox has partnered with HOPES Indigenous Training Network for a day of free programming for all ages.
- [Indigenous History Month: Wikipedia Edit-a-thon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-history-month-wikipedia-edit-a-thon/) - Dalhousie Libraries is hosting a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon in the Ko’jua Okuom on Thursday, June 20 for Indigenous History Month! An edit-a-thon is an event where editors and users edit and improve a specific topic or type of content. The focus of the edit-a-thon is Mi’kmaki and Mi’kmaw People and there will be a pre-selected range of biographies, books, and events to add. Learn more at: https://dal.libcal.com/event/3808206
- [NCCT Indigenous Day Event](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ncct-indigenous-day-event/) - Come celebrate this year's Indigenous day with NCCT. Learn more at: https://ncct.on.ca/indigenous-day-june-21st-2023/
- [Grand Prairie Traditional Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grand-prairie-traditional-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=765296012445180&set=pb.100068943656060.-2207520000
- [Grand River Champion of Champions Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grand-river-champion-of-champions-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.grpowwow.ca/?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination%20Indigenous&utm_content=Canadian%20Pow%20Wows
- [Calgary Stampede Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/calgary-stampede-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.calgarystampede.com/powwow?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination+Indigenous&utm_content=Canadian+Pow+Wows
- [Big River First Nation Annual Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/big-river-first-nation-annual-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.windspeaker.com/node/events/13337
- [Eskskasoni 33rd Annual Mawio'mi Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/eskskasoni-33rd-annual-mawiomi-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10161268443769722&set=gm.10160826411181727&idorvanity=96522021726
- [Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/biigtigong-nishnaabeg-pow-wow/) - Learn more at: https://www.picriver.com/community/community-gatherings/?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination+Indigenous&utm_content=Canadian+Pow+Wows
- [Pulling Together Concert - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pulling-together-concert-free/) - Join in on Mid Fraser Cluster's free concert on Saturday, June 15, at 1:00 PM. Featuring the music of Éy St’elmexw St’elt’ílém Good Medicine Songs - Songs and stories in Halq’eméylem and English promoting revitalization of Stó:lō language and culture, reconciliation, belonging and unity. Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/trinitymemorialunited/
- [JOY IN THE PARK! - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/joy-in-the-park-free/) - Join us on June 21st for Jamii's 6th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations in David Crombie Park, at the corner of The Esplanade and Princess St, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Taste Indigenous food, enjoy a dance performance by Tribal Vision Dance, and explore a artisan market featuring Indigenous vendors showcasing beadwork, paintings, fashion, and other crafts. Additionally, Jamii will unveil a photo exhibition by emerging photographer Maddy King and showcase paintings by emerging artist Amberlee King, both hailing from Pikangikum First Nation and visiting Toronto for the occasion. Learn more at: https://www.jamii.ca/outdoor-events/davidcrombiepark-june2024-1
- [Bay St. George Traditional Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/bay-st-george-traditional-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BSGpowwow?utm_source=ITAC&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=Destination%20Indigenous&utm_content=Canadian%20Pow%20Wows
- [Na Me Res Pow Wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/na-me-res-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at: https://www.nameres.org/pow-wow/
- [BAWAADAN - International Indigenous Music Summet](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/bawaadan-international-indigenous-music-summet/) - The International Indigenous Music Summit (IIMS) is the largest global event dedicated to celebrating, creating awareness, sharing resources, and building opportunities for the Indigenous music community. IIMS provides a unique space for Indigenous artists to discuss, exchange, and share and connect with one another, in a culturally sensitive and appropriate space directed at building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships between artists and industry professionals. Learn more at: https://indigenousmusicsummit.com/about/
- [Elders & Youth Gathering - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/elders-youth-gathering/) - Join us in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day as we host an Elders & Youth gathering, “Universal Connection”. We will gather at Country Heritage Park for a day of learning and activities. Everyone is welcome! Learn more about this event here: https://grandmothersvoice.com/event/nipd/
- [Air Guitar Canada DWF Fundraiser](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/air-guitar-canada-dwf-fundraiser/) - Air Guitar Canada will be raising funds for DWF with their 2024 National Air Guitar Championship. Learn more at: https://www.airguitarcanada.org/events
- [DWF LIVE with Desiree Dorion](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-desiree-dorion/) - Recommended for all ages. JUNO-nominated Desiree Dorion is a proud member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation and a DWF Artist Ambassador. Desiree’s recent singles, “Your Last Name,” “Wouldn’t That be Fun,” and “Sometimes I Drink,” each earned the top spot on the Indigenous Music Countdown and have reached over 160,000 global streams. Her sixth studio
- [The Path Forward 3- Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-path-forward-3-free/) - A step in the VSO’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation is The Path Forward, curated by the VSO Indigenous Council with performances by the VSO in collaboration with Indigenous artists and musicians from the Coast Salish Territory of the Musqueam; Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. A special concert celebration aligning with and honouring National Indigenous People’s Day. Learn more at: https://www.vancouversymphony.ca/event/the-path-forward/
- [DWF LIVE with Jaime Black](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-jaime-black/) - Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/cLrfkkIN3XE?si=kpNYb7nNkYvjrjwv Red Dress Day is honoured every year on May 5 to bring awareness to the disproportionate violence that impacts Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people throughout Canada. It was inspired by artist Jaime Black’s REDress Project, whose installation became the symbol of a movement that shed light on the crisis and
- [KIITAAMOKO PASSKAAN (EVERYONE DANCE) POWWOW](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kiitaamoko-passkaan-everyone-dance-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://innfromthecold.org/powwow/
- [See Muskoka Through Our Eyes - Annual Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/see-muskoka-through-our-eyes-annual-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.bracebridgecanadaday.com/powwow
- [Dokis First Nation 22nd Annual Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dokis-first-nation-22nd-annual-traditional-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/DokisPowwow
- [Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre Pow Wow 2024 - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/georgian-bay-native-friendship-centre-pow-wow-2024-free/) - To learn more visit: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/georgian-bay-native-friendship-centre-pow-wow/
- [Frog Lake First Nations Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/frog-lake-first-nations-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://windspeaker.com/node/events/13317
- [Saddle Lake Cree Nation Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/saddle-lake-cree-nation-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://windspeaker.com/node/events/13351
- [Quebec Pow Wow Trail](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/quebec-pow-wow-trail/) - To learn more about the Quebec Pow Wow Trail visit: https://indigenousquebec.com/things-to-do/pow-wow-trail-events
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day At The Beothuk Interpretation Centre](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-at-the-beothuk-interpretation-centre/) - National Indigenous Peoples Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the unique achievements of all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. It is a nationwide celebration. Visit the Beothuk Interpretation Centre and learn more about the Beothuk culture. Learn more at: https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/plan-and-book/festivals-and-events/29133615
- [2024 New Brunswick Powwow Schedule](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2024-new-brunswick-powwow-schedule/) - To view the New Brunswick Powwow Schedule visit: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/aas-saa/pdf/powwow-schedule.pdf
- [2024 Indigenous Craft & Vendor Event](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2024-indigenous-craft-vendor-event/) - The Indigenous Craft and vendor event is scheduled to occur from Saturday, June 15th, to Monday, June 17th, 2024. It is anticipated to have different vendors who will participate in this event, offering a diverse array of products for attendees to explore and purchase. Learn more at: https://allevents.in/halifax/2024-indigenous-craft-and-vendor-event-canada/200026420898002
- [Abegweit First Nation Mawio’mi](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/abegweit-first-nation-mawiomi/) - Learn more at: https://indigenouspei.ca/event/abegweit-first-nation-mawiomi/
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations Charlottetown](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations-charlottetown/) - An occasion to reflect on and learn more about the diverse cultures, voices, experiences, contributions, and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Join the Native Council of Prince Edward Island at their celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Learn more at: https://www.discovercharlottetown.com/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations/
- [ADÄKA CULTURAL FESTIVAL](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/adaka-cultural-festival/) - Launched in 2011, the Adäka Cultural Festival is a spectacular gathering that includes over 200 artists and performers from all 14 First Nations along with national and international International guest artists. For 7 days, participating artists share their creativity and their culture with audiences from around the world. The festival features a vibrant schedule of events that includes traditional and contemporary music, dance, drumming, storytelling, film screenings, daily artist demonstrations, art and traditional craft workshops, cultural presentations, an art gallery and more. Learn more at: https://indigenousyukon.ca/things-to-do/events/adaka-cultural-festival
- [KWE! Meet with the Indigenous Peoples Event](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-meet-with-the-indigenous-peoples-event-2/) - KWE! Meet with the Indigenous Peoples aims to highlight the 11 indigenous Nations present in Quebec through artistic and musical performances, workshops on traditional knowledge, discussions on the issues and realities affecting indigenous communities and Nations in Quebec, a trail of the 11 Nations as well as several spaces that help create a path between peoples in an effort to promote reconciliation. Learn more at: https://www.kwefest.com/en
- [KWE! Meet with the Indigenous Peoples Event](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/kwe-meet-with-the-indigenous-peoples-event/) - KWE! Meet with the Indigenous Peoples aims to highlight the 11 indigenous Nations present in Quebec through artistic and musical performances, workshops on traditional knowledge, discussions on the issues and realities affecting indigenous communities and Nations in Quebec, a trail of the 11 Nations as well as several spaces that help create a path between peoples in an effort to promote reconciliation. Learn more at: https://www.kwefest.com/en
- [16th Annual Maamwi Kindaaswin Pow-wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/16th-annual-maamwi-kindaaswin-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/events/367118369567964/
- [Henvey Inlet First Nation 21st Annual Inter-Tribal Pow-Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/henvey-inlet-first-nation-21st-annual-inter-tribal-pow-wow/) - Learn more at: https://www.hifn.ca/announcements/news/669-henvey-inlet-first-nation-21st-annual-inter-tribal-pow-wow-june-8th-9th-2024.html
- [2024 Father's Day Traditional Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2024-fathers-day-traditional-pow-wow/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/events/935134194652689/?ref=newsfeed
- [2024 Kamloopa Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2024-kamloopa-powwow/) - Learn more here: https://tkemlups.ca/kamloopa-powwow/#:~:text=Join%20us%20to%20celebrate%203,Arbour)%20within%20Secwepemc%C3%BAl'ecw
- [Banff Iiniskim Cross-Cultural Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/banff-iiniskim-cross-cultural-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://banff.ca/Calendar.aspx?EID=26260#:~:text=Saturday%2C%20June%208%2C%202024,held%20from%20until%208%20p.m
- [Lead by Example Pow Wow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/lead-by-example-pow-wow/) - Learn more at: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/lead-by-example-pow-wow/
- [Toronto’s 3rd Annual 2-Spirit Pow Wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/torontos-3rd-annual-2-spirit-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at: https://2spirits.org/2024/02/29/save-the-date-2-spirit-powwow/
- [The Rainbow Where the Two Spirits Meet - 2 Spirit Pow Wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-rainbow-where-the-two-spirits-meet-2-spirit-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/rainbow-where-the-two-spirits-meet-2-spirit-pow-wow/
- [Back to Mother Earth Powwow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/back-to-mother-earth-powwow-free/) - Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=855469446625695&set=a.645668994272409
- [Manito Ahbee Powwow](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/manito-ahbee-powwow/) - Learn more at: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/manito-ahbee-pow-wow/
- [Hiawatha First Nation 28th Annual Traditional Pow Wow 2024](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/hiawatha-first-nation-28th-annual-traditional-pow-wow-2024/) - Learn more at: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/hiawatha-first-nation-annual-traditional-pow-wow/
- [Walpole Island Spring Pow-Wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/walpole-island-spring-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at:https://www.facebook.com/people/Walpole-Island-Spring-Pow-Wow/100064438549741/
- [40th Annual Ben Calf Robe Traditional Pow Wow - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/40th-annual-ben-calf-robe-traditional-pow-wow-free/) - Learn more at: https://www.edmontonarts.ca/event/40th-annual-ben-calf-robe-traditional-pow-wow#:~:text=Please%20join%20us%20for%20the,2024%2C%20in%20Edmonton%2C%20Alberta.&text=The%20Pow%20Wow%20is%20an,traditions%2C%20history%2C%20and%20culture
- [The KCWS Traditional Powwow 2024 - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/the-kcws-traditional-powwow-2024-free/) - Learn more at: https://ermineskin.ca/the-kcws-traditional-powwow-2024-may-18th-2024-panee-memorial-agriplex/
- [Sultans of String - Walking Through The Fire - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sultans-of-string-walking-through-the-fire-free-hamilton-arts-week/) - Walking Through The Fire brings the magic of collaboration to the stage, with award-winning First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists from across Turtle Island joined by Billboard charting/6x CFMA winners Sultans of String! Walking Through the Fire is a musical multimedia experience unlike any other. From Métis fiddling to an East Coast Kitchen Party, rumba to rock, to the drumming of the Pacific Northwest, experience the beauty and diversity of music from Turtle Island. Learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hamilton-arts-week-sultans-of-string-walking-through-the-fire-tickets-876360837857?aff=oddtdtcreator
- [Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - National Indigenous Peoples Day Music Concert - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/banff-centre-for-arts-and-creativity-national-indigenous-peoples-day-music-concert-free/) - Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity invites you to participate in National Indigenous History Month! Join in June for a series of free events that include activities including Storytelling, Dance Workshop, Online Marketplace and Film Screenings, as well as partner events at the Town of Banff and Canmore Arts Place. Don't miss an evening of song with Jah'kota, an Afro-Indigenous hip-hop and R&B artist, in the Jenny Belzberg Theatre for one night only! Stay after the concert for a meet and greet in the lobby. To learn more visit: https://www.banffcentre.ca/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day-music-concert-featuring-jahkota/20240621/1930
- [Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival-free/) - Experience some of Canada’s best Indigenous talent through music, dance, workshops, food and more at this free, family-friendly event in Canada’s capital. Launching with a cultural celebration on Indigenous Day, the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival celebrates Canadian Indigenous peoples’ culture and heritage through a variety of programming such as live cultural performances, creative workshops, education days, traditional knowledge, culinary experiences, a movie night, and the popular international Competition Pow Wow. Learn more at: https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/festival-info/
- [Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/nogojiwanong-indigenous-fringe-festival/) - The Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival (NIFF) is the world's first and only Indigenous Fringe. As part of the vibrant and growing international family of Fringe Festivals, NIFF is committed to connecting communities by providing access for artists to performance opportunities and providing access for community members to varied and innovative performances. Everyone is invited to attend NIFF and support Indigenous performance! Learn more at: https://www.indigenousfringefest.ca/
- [2024 Metis Spring Festival - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/2024-metis-spring-festival/) - Join in on the returning Métis Spring Festival this year from May 17-19 in St. Albert, AB. This event organized by the Métis Child & Family Services is a celebration of Métis culture and music!
- [Métis Fest 2024 - Free](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/metis-fest-2024-free/) - McMurray Métis invites you to a vibrant celebration of Métis heritage, bigger & better than ever before! Taking place at MacDonald Island Park, the future home of the Métis Cultural Centre. Learn more at: https://mcmurraymetis.org/metis-fest-2024/
- [Indigenous History and Heritage Gathering](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-history-and-heritage-gathering/) - The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) and the First Nations Confederacy of Cultural Education Centres (FNCCEC) are hosting the Indigenous History and Heritage Gathering (IHHG). This gathering, presented through the gracious support of Know History, is one of the many important events held during Indigenous History Month. It brings together diverse groups who are working to amplify the distinct stories of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island. Learn more at: https://ihhg.ca/#:~:text=JUNE%202%2D4%2C%202024&text=The%20National%20Centre%20for%20Truth,and%20Heritage%20Gathering%20(IHHG
- [Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival 2024](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-fashion-arts-festival-2024/) - Presenting 25 designers over four evenings of fashion performance after hours at CF Toronto Eaton Centre. This year’s curatorial theme is Reverence & Conviction, showcasing collections driven by unconditional care, unwavering cultural continuity, and unapologetic assertions of existence. Learn at: https://indigenousfashionarts.com/2024-festival/
- [Sultans of String-Walking Through The Fire](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sultans-of-string-walking-through-the-fire/) - Walking Through The Fire brings the magic of collaboration to the stage, with award-winning First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists from across Turtle Island joined by Billboard charting/6x CFMA winners Sultans of String! Walking Through the Fire is a musical multimedia experience unlike any other. From Métis fiddling to an East Coast Kitchen Party, rumba to rock, to the drumming of the Pacific Northwest, experience the beauty and diversity of music from Turtle Island. Learn more at: https://www.showpass.com/sultans-of-string-walking-through-the-fire/
- [Tapiriit](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/tapiriit/) - Ottawa’s premiere event A Taste of the Arctic returns as Tapiriit. Tapiriit means united in our language, Inuktut. Join us for an intimate celebration of Inuit culture and the traditions that unite us. Learn more at: https://www.itk.ca/projects/tapiriit/
- [International Day of Persons with Disabilities](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/)
- [Daawaagi / First Day of Autumn](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/daawaagi-first-day-of-autumn/)
- [Goose Break](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/goose-break/)
- [Siwk (Start of spring in Mi’kma’ki)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/siwk-start-of-spring-in-mikmaki/)
- [Great Spirit Moon, Spirit Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/great-spirit-moon-spirit-moon/) - Gichimanidoo-Giizis (Great Spirit Moon) (Western dialect) Manidoo-Giizis (Spirit Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Sugarbushing Moon, Broken Snowshoe Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/sugarbushing-moon-broken-snowshoe-moon/) - Iskigamizige-Giizis (Sugarbushing Moon) (Western dialect) Pokwaagami-Giizis (Broken Snowshoe Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Labrador Inuit Association Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/labrador-inuit-association-day/)
- [Snow Crust Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/snow-crust-moon/) - Onaabani-Giizis (Western dialect) Onaabdin-Giizis (Eastern dialect)
- [International Mother Language Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-mother-language-day/)
- [Louis Riel Day (MB)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/louis-riel-day-mb/)
- [MMIWG2S+ Women’s Memorial March](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mmiwg2s-womens-memorial-march/)
- [Have a Heart Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/have-a-heart-day/)
- [International Day of Women and Girls in Science](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/)
- [Gord Downie’s Birthday](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/gord-downies-birthday/)
- [Black History Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/black-history-month/)
- [Suckerfish Moon, Bear Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/suckerfish-moon-bear-moon/) - Namebini-Giizis (Suckerfish Moon) (Western dialect) Mkwa-Giizis (Bear Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Chanie Wenjack’s Birthday](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/chanie-wenjacks-birthday/)
- [National Ribbon Skirt Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-ribbon-skirt-day/)
- [Quviasukvik (Inuit)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/quviasukvik-inuit/)
- [Ochetookeskaw – Kissing Day (Métis)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ochetookeskaw-kissing-day-metis/)
- [Le Revillon (Métis), Niibaa-anama’e-giizhigad, ᓃᐹ ᐊᓇᒪᐦᐁ ᑮᔒᑲᑦ᙮’ (Anishinaabe)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/le-revillon-metis-niibaa-anamae-giizhigad-ᓃᐹ-ᐊᓇᒪᐦᐁ-ᑮᔒᑲᑦ᙮-anishinaabe/)
- [Quviasukvik (Inuit Winter Festival)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/quviasukvik-inuit-winter-festival/)
- [Magoshe Giizhigad](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/magoshe-giizhigad/)
- [Biboon / Winter Solstice](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/biboon-winter-solstice/)
- [National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-day-of-remembrance-and-action-on-violence-against-women/)
- [Nunatsiavut Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/nunatsiavut-day/)
- [Little Spirit Moon, Blue Moon Big Spirit Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/little-spirit-moon-blue-moon-big-spirit-moon/) - Mnidoons Giizis Oonhg (Little Spirit Moon) (Western Dialect) Mnidoons Giizis (Blue Moon Big Spirit Moon ) (Eastern Dialect)
- [Louis Riel Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/louis-riel-day/)
- [Treaties Recognition Week (ON)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/treaties-recognition-week-on/)
- [Indigenous Veterans Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-veterans-day/)
- [Inuit Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/inuit-day/)
- [Freezing Over Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/freezing-over-moon/) - Gashkadino-giizis (Western dialect) Bashkaakodin-giizis (Eastern dialect)
- [Secret Path Week](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/secret-path-week/)
- [Anniversary of the Haldimand Proclamation of 1784](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/anniversary-of-the-haldimand-proclamation-of-1784/)
- [Anniversary of Chanie Wenjack’s Passing](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/anniversary-of-chanie-wenjacks-passing/)
- [Anniversary of Gord Downie’s Passing](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/anniversary-of-gord-downies-passing/)
- [World Teacher Appreciation Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/world-teacher-appreciation-day/)
- [MMIWG2S+ Day of Action](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/mmiwg2s-day-of-action/)
- [Treaty Day (NS)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/treaty-day-ns/)
- [Womens History Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/womens-history-month/)
- [Falling Leaves Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/falling-leaves-moon/) - Binaakwe-giizis
- [National Day for Truth and Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/)
- [Powley Day (Métis)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/powley-day-metis/)
- [Leaves Turning Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/leaves-turning-moon/) - Waatebagaa-gizis (Western dialect) Waabaabagaa-giizis (Eastern dialect)
- [St. Laurent Pilgrimage (Métis)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/st-laurent-pilgrimage-metis/)
- [International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-day-of-the-worlds-indigenous-peoples/)
- [Emancipation Day (ON)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/emancipation-day-on/)
- [Ricing Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/ricing-moon/) - Manoominike-Giizis (Eastern & Western dialects)
- [Back to Batoche (Festival)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/back-to-batoche-festival/)
- [Métis Nation Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/metis-nation-day/)
- [Nunavut Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/nunavut-day/)
- [Halfway Summer Moon, Berry Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/halfway-summer-moon-berry-moon/) - Abitaa-Niibini-Giizis (Halfway Summer Moon) (Western dialect) Miin-Giizis (Berry Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Pride Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/pride-month/)
- [Indigenous History Month](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-history-month/)
- [Strawberry Moon, Blooming Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/strawberry-moon-blooming-moon/) - Odemiini-Giizis (Strawberry Moon) (Western dialect) Baashkaabigonii (Blooming Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Budding Moon, Suckerfish Moon](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/budding-moon-suckerfish-moon/) - Zaagibagaa-Giizis (Budding Moon) (Western dialect) Namebine-Giizis (Suckerfish Moon) (Eastern dialect)
- [Canadian Multiculturalism Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/canadian-multiculturalism-day/)
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day/)
- [Listuguj Salmon Raids Anniversary](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/listuguj-salmon-raids-anniversary/)
- [International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia, and Transphobia](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-day-against-homophobia-biphobia-lesbophobia-and-transphobia/)
- [Bear Witness Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/bear-witness-day/)
- [Tsuut’ina Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/tsuutina-day/)
- [DWF LIVE with the Honourable Murray Sinclair](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-with-the-honourable-murray-sinclair/) - The Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair is a former Senator of Canada and was Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He has been a champion for Indigenous rights, having served as Manitoba’s first and Canada’s second Indigenous judge. He also oversaw the Truth and Reconciliation Commission from June 2009 to December 2015, where he heard the testimonies of more than 7,000 residential school Survivors. For this DWF LIVE, Jared Visitor, Chanie Wenjack's great-nephew, will host a candid conversation with Sinclair on his life, work, and the future of reconciliation. Join us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/thegorddowniechaniewenjackfund/
- [DWF LIVE: Youth Ambassador Takeover](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/dwf-live-youth-ambassador-takeover/) - How are youth in Canada moving reconciliation forward? In this DWF LIVE, four speakers from DWF’s Youth Ambassador program will share what they see as the future of reconciliation and tangible examples of how we can get there. This will be an interactive panel discussion, with opportunities to ask questions, learn more about the Youth Ambassador program, and share your reconciliACTIONs with this inspiring group of panelists! Join us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/thegorddowniechaniewenjackfund/
- [Earth Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/earth-day/)
- [National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples (MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/national-day-of-awareness-for-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-girls-and-2slgbtqqia-peoples-mmiwg2slgbtqqia/)
- [Grace, 2 | Brockville](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-brockville/) - A special evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund! https://www.grace2band.com/shows
- [Grace,2 | Belleville](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace2-belleville/) - A special evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund! https://www.grace2band.com/shows
- [Indigenous Languages Day (Resources)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/indigenous-languages-day-resources/) - National Indigenous Languages Day is a day to celebrate and honour Indigenous languages in Canada. Here are a few ways you can take #ReconciliACTION in honour of Indigenous Languages Day and all year round: Visit our website for a list of resources for learning and teaching Indigenous languages. Watch the Ted Talk ‘Canada needs thriving Indigenous
- [Elderbeary Day](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/elderbeary-day/) - Elderbeary Day honours and celebrates the contributions of our Elders, who do so much to teach and raise our little ones. Celebrate by thanking your Elders for all that they do for you and for your community in ways that you believe best represents how much you care. If you'd like to share your Elderbeary
- [International Women’s Day (Resources)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/international-womens-day/) - March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD), a day to honour women’s accomplishments and advocate for gender equality. IWD is also a time to reflect on the diversity of women’s experiences, and how they both converge and diverge.
- [World Water Day (Resources)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/world-water-day/) - World Water Day, celebrated globally on March 22, holds particular significance for Indigenous communities with deep cultural, spiritual, and practical connection to water sources. The 2024 theme, Water for Peace, highlights the need to address the historical and ongoing struggles over access to clean water and the preservation of water rights faced by Indigenous Peoples.
- [Grace, 2 | Goderich, ON (SOLD OUT)](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-goderich-on-sold-out/) - A special evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund! Purchase tickets on the event website: https://www.grace2band.com/event-details-registration/grace-2-goderich-on-1
- [Grace, 2 | Goderich, ON](https://downiewenjack.ca/eventscalendar/grace-2-goderich-on/) - 2nd SHOW ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! A special evening in support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund! Purchase tickets on the event website: https://www.grace2band.com/event-details-registration/grace-2-goderich-on-2

## Portfolio Items

- [Bomgizhik (Isaac Murdoch)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/bomgizhik-isaac-murdoch/) - Visual Artist Cutler, Ontario
- [Robbie Harper](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/robbie-harper/) - Photographer, Musician Toronto, Ontario
- [Thunder Jack](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/thunder-jack/) - Cultural and Traditions Instructor, Dancer Scarborough, ON
- [Derek Miller](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/derek-miller/) - Singer-songwriter, producer Six Nations, Ontario
- [Lancelot Knight](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/lancelot-knight/) - Singer-songwriter Toronto, Ontario
- [Laurie Shaw-Greyeyes](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/laurie-shaw-greyeyes/) - Truth and Reconciliation Speaker/Artist Calgary, Alberta
- [Ila Barker](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/ila-barker/) - Musician Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Sylvia Lily](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sylvia-lily/) - Author/Singer-Song Writer Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Michelle Joly](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/michelle-joly/) - Musician Edmonton, Alberta
- [Stephanie Bellefleur](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/stephanie-bellefleur/) - Visual Artist Peepeekisis Cree Nation, Saskatchewan
- [Rabbit Stew](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/rabbit-stew/) - 4-piece Indigenous Rock Band Kitigan Zibi, Quebec
- [David R. Maracle](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/david-r-maracle/) - Artist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Business Owner, Culture Facilitator Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka-Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario
- [Qattuu](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/qattuu/) - Performing Artist, Throat Singer Location: Ottawa, Ontario
- [Starlit Simon](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/starlit-simon/) - Creative Writing, Porcupine Quill and Land-based Art, Storytelling Fredericton, New Brunswick
- [Rollin Baldhead](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/rollin-baldhead/) - Indigenous Consultant, Educator Toronto, Ontario
- [Nimkii and the Ninis](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/nimkii-and-the-ninis/) - Hoop Dance, Traditional Singing, Drumming Oro-Medonte, Ontario
- [Natasha Fisher](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/natasha-fisher/) - Singer/Songwriter Toronto, Ontario
- [Graeme Jonez](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/graeme-jonez/) - Singer-songwriter, Storyteller, Marketing Professional Toronto, Ontario
- [Brian J. Francis](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/brian-j-francis/) - Film and Visual Artist Elsipogtog, New Brunswick
- [Nicola Campbell](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/nicola-campbell/) - Author Nicola Valley, British Columbia
- [Troy Kokol](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/troy-kokol/) - Musician, Producer, Audio Engineering, Publishing, Animation Calgary, Alberta
- [Destiny Hoostie](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/destiny-hoostie/) - Beader, Business Owner of Takaya Designs and Bangin’ Bannock Regina, Saskatchewan
- [Alanah Jewell](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/alanah-jewel/) - Contemporary Artist (Morningstar Designs) Kitchener, Ontario
- [Que Rock (Quentin Commanda)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/que-rock-quentin-commanda/) - Multidisciplinary Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Trevaun Robinson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/trevaun-robinson/) - Photographer, Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Teagan De Laronde](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/teagan-de-laronde/) - Dancer, Métis Jigging Toronto, Ontario
- [Tara Francis](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/tara-francis/) - Artist Shediac, New Brunswick
- [Megan Southwell](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/megan-southwell/) - Dancer, Métis Jigging (Tkaronto Métis Jiggers) Toronto, Ontario
- [Kyle Joedicke](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/kyle-joedicke/) - Artist Hamilton, Ontario
- [Bryce Morin (Bear Grease)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/bryce-morin-bear-grease/) - Actor Maskekosihk- Enoch Cree Nation (Treaty 6), Edmonton, Alberta
- [Bridget Melody](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/bridget-melody/) - Singer-Songwriter, Visual Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Drives the Common Man](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/drives-the-common-man/) - Singer Toronto, Ontario
- [Kahentawaks Tiewishaw-Poirier](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/kahentawaks-tiewishaw-poirier/) - Digital Artist Kanehsatake, Quebec
- [Cody Purcell / Cody Coyote](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/cody-purcell-cody-coyote/) - Musician, DJ, Motivational Ontario
- [Tanya Talaga](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/tanya-talaga/) - Author Toronto, Ontario
- [Julian Taylor](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/julian-taylor/) - Singer/Songwriter Toronto, Ontario
- [Vern Cheechoo](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/vern-cheechoo/) - Singer-songwriter, recording artist Timmins, Ontario
- [Drezus](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/drezus/) - Rapper, Activist Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- [Desiree Dorion](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/desiree-dorion/) - Singer-songwriter, Lawyer Dauphin, Manitoba
- [G.R. Gritt](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/g-r-gritt/) - Musician Sudbury, Ontario
- [Sara Cornthwaite](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sara-cornthwaite/) - Film and Content Creator Toronto, Ontario
- [Zoey Roy](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/zoey-roy/) - Artist, Activator Ottawa, Ontario
- [Wolf Saga (Johnny Saga)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/wolf-saga-johnny-saga/) - Musician Toronto, Ontario
- [Willie Thrasher](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/willie-thrasher/) - Musician Aklavik, Northwest Territories
- [Willie Poll](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/willie-poll/) - Author, Educator Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
- [Whitehorse](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/whitehorse/) - Band Toronto, Ontario
- [Wesley Hardisty](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/wesley-hardisty/) - Fiddler Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
- [Wayne McKenzie](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/wayne-mckenzie/) - Artist Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec
- [Waubgeshig Rice](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/waubgeshig-rice/) - Author Sudbury, Ontario
- [Violet Gatensby](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/violet-gatensby/) - Artist Carcross, Yukon
- [Violent Ground](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/violent-ground/) - Rap Group Naskapi Nation, Quebec
- [Tom Wilson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/tom-wilson/) - Singer-songwriter Hamilton, Ontario
- [Theland Kicknosway](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/theland-kicknosway/) - Hoop Dancer, TikTok Star Ottawa, Ontario
- [The Poets/Vic Linklater](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/the-poets-vic-linklater/) - Singer Hip Cover Band Moose Factory, Ontario
- [The North Sound](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/the-north-sound/) - Band Treaty 7, Alberta
- [Strong Water Singers](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/strong-water-singers/) - Singing and Drumming Collective Niagara, Ontario
- [Stewart Gonzales](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/stewart-gonzales/) - Elder North Vancouver, British Columbia
- [Suzette Amaya](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/suzette-amaya/) - Entrepreneur, Radio Producer and Host Vancouver, British Columbia
- [Stephanie Harpe](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/stephanie-harpe/) - Musician, Advocate for MMIWG2S+ Fort McKay First Nation, Alberta
- [Siibii](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/siibii/) - Singer-songwriter Mistissini Cree Nation, Quebec
- [Sharon Shorty](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sharon-shorty/) - Performer, Storyteller, Comedian Whitehorse, Yukon
- [Shane Kejick (Kelsey)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/shane-kejick-kelsey/) - Multidisciplinary Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Shadow Colomb (Shadow Xtreme)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/shadow-colomb-shadow-xtreme/) - Professional Wrestler Pukatawagan, Manitoba
- [Semiah Smith](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/semiah-smith/) - Musician Six Nations, Ontario
- [Sebastian Gaskin](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sebastian-gaskin/) - Singer-songwriter Toronto, Ontario
- [Santee Smith](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/santee-smith/) - Artist, Creative Director/Producer, Artistic Director Kahawi Dance Theatre, 19th Chancellor McMaster University Six Nations, Ontario
- [Sandra Sutter](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sandra-sutter/) - Recording Artist, Songwriter, Public Speaker, Indigenous Community Industry Liaison Calgary, Alberta
- [Ryan Gorrie](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/ryan-gorrie/) - Designer Calgary, Alberta
- [Rhonda Head](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/rhonda-head/) - Opera Singer Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Manitoba
- [Reuben Bullock (Reuben and the Dark)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/reuben-bullock-reuben-and-the-dark/) - Singer Calgary, Alberta
- [Quinn Hopkins](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/quinn-hopkins/) - Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Philip Cote](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/philip-cote/) - Visual Artist, Activist, Ancestral Knowledge Keeper, Historical & Cultural Mediator Toronto, Ontario
- [Phillip Forest Lewitski](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/phillip-forest-lewitski/) - Actor Calgary, Alberta
- [Paul Pike](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/paul-pike/) - Musician, Composer Newfoundland and Labrador
- [Peatr Thomas](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/peatr-thomas/) - Visual Artist Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Patrick Hunter](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/patrick-hunter/) - Painter, Graphic Designer Red Lake, Ontario
- [Nyle Miigizi Johnston](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/nyle-miigizi-johnston/) - Visual Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Nick Sherman](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/nick-sherman/) - Musician Thunder Bay, Ontario
- [Morgan Toney](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/morgan-toney/) - Singer, Fiddler Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
- [Mimi O’Bomsawin](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/mimi-obomsawin/) - Singer-songwriter Eganville, Ontario
- [Miesha Louie (Miesha and the Spanks)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/miesha-louie-miesha-and-the-spanks/) - Singer Calgary, Alberta
- [Maurice Switzer](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/maurice-switzer/) - Publisher, Treaties Mississaugas of Alderville First Nation, Ontario
- [Marika Sila](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/marika-sila/) - Actress, Content Creator Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
- [Mariel Buckley](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/mariel-buckley/) - Musician Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec
- [Luke Swinson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/luke-swinson/) - Visual Artist Kitchener, Ontario
- [Logan Staats](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/logan-staats/) - Singer-Songwriter Six Nations, Ontario
- [Lloyd Gwin](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/lloyd-gwin/) - Métis Santa High Level, Alberta
- [Lindsey Lickers](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/lindsey-lickers/) - Artist, Social Justice Advocate, Oshkabewis (Ceremonial Helper) Six Nations, Ontario
- [Leela Gilday](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/leela-gilday/) - Musician Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
- [Kiefer Collison](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/kiefer-collison/) - Motivational Speaker Old Massett, British Columbia
- [Kevin Hearn](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/kevin-hearn/) - Musician Toronto, Ontario
- [Justin Stephenson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/justin-stephenson/) - Director, Animator Toronto, Ontario
- [Joshua DePerry (DJ Classic Roots)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/joshua-deperry-dj-classic-roots/) - DJ, Fancy Dancer Toronto, Ontario
- [Joshua Odjick](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/joshua-odjick/) - Actor Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation, Quebec
- [Josh Finlayson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/josh-finlayson/) - Singer-songwriter Toronto, Ontario
- [Joseph Pitawanakwat](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/joseph-pitawanakwat/) - Indigenous Plant Medicine Educator Manitoulin Island, Ontario
- [James N. Wilson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/james-n-wilson/) - Singer-songwriter Six Nations, Ontario
- [James Jones (Notorious Cree)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/james-jones-notorious-cree/) - Dancer, TikTok Star, Activist Edmonton, Alberta
- [Jace Martin](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/jace-martin/) - Musician Six Nations, Ontario
- [Hussein El Namer (Handsome Tiger)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/hussein-el-namer-handsome-tiger/) - Music Producer, DJ Vancouver, British Columbia
- [Gerald Auger](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/gerald-auger/) - Indigenous Relations Consultant Calgary, Alberta
- [Fawn Wood](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/fawn-wood/) - Singer St Paul, Alberta
- [Emily Kewageshig](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/emily-kewageshig/) - Artist, Designer, Storyteller Southampton, Ontario
- [Elisapie](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/elisapie/) - Singer Montreal, Quebec
- [Drew Hayden Taylor](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/drew-hayden-taylor/) - Author, playwright Toronto, Ontario
- [Dr. Duke Redbird](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/dr-duke-redbird/) - Elder, Poet, Activist, Educator, Artist Toronto, Ontario
- [Don Ross](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/don-ross/) - Musician Windsor, Nova Scotia
- [Orene Askew (DJ O Show)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/orene-askew-dj-o-show/) - DJ, Music Producer Vancouver, British Columbia
- [Beatrice Deer](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/beatrice-deer/) - Singer/Songwriter Montreal, Quebec
- [Alyssa Wapanatâhk](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/alyssa-wapanatahk/) - Actor Conklin, Alberta
- [Angela Amarualik](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/angela-amarualik/) - Singer/Songwriter Igloolik, Nunavut
- [Candace Linklater](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/candace-linklater/) - Founder, Relentless Indigenous Woman Consulting Inc. Moose Factory Island, Ontario
- [Ahnahktsipiitaa, Colin VanLoon](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/ahnahktsipiitaa-colin-vanloon/) - Actor, Singer-songwriter Vancouver, British Columbia
- [Cheri Maracle](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/cheri-maracle/) - Actor, Singer-songwriter Six Nations, Ontario
- [Dawn Hill](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/dawn-hill/) - Social Worker Six Nations, Ontario
- [David A. Robertson](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/david-a-robertson/) - Author Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Cody James Houle](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/cody-james-houle/) - Visual Artist Brantford, Ontario
- [Danielle H. Morrison](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/danielle-h-morrison/) - Lawyer, Graphic Designer Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Cheyenna Kootenhayoo (DJ Kookum)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/cheyenna-kootenhayoo-dj-kookum/) - Musician, DJ Vancouver, British Columbia
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- [Casandra Woolever](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/casandra-woolever/) - Artist, Entrepreneur Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Blake Angeconeb](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/blake-angeconeb/) - Visual Artist Winnipeg, Manitoba
- [Blair Bellerose](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/blair-bellerose/) - Singer-songwriter, Guitarist Vancouver, British Columbia
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- [Sacred Fire Productions/Productions Feux Sacrés](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/sacred-fire-productions-productions-feux-sacres/) - Montreal, QC Receiving $140,000 over four years through Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund’s Capacity Building Grant.
- [White Buffalo Youth Lodge (White Buffalo Youth Council)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/white-buffalo-youth-lodge-white-buffalo-youth-council/) - Saskatoon, SK Receiving $140,000 over four years through Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund’s Capacity Building Grant.
- [Collaborative Canvas with Blake Angeconeb](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/collaborative-canvas-with-blake-angeconeb/) - Dryden High School Dryden, ON 2023-24 School Year
- [Culture Camp](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/culture-camp/) - W.J. Berezowsky Public School Prince Albert, SK September 2023
- [Louis Riel: Spirit of the Sash Celebration](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/louis-riel-spirit-of-the-sash-celebration/) - South Okanagan Similkameen Métis Association Penticton, BC October 28, 2023
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- [The Wâhkôhtowin Program](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/the-wahkohtowin-program/) - St. Francis Community School Regina, SK 2023-24 School Year
- [Drum Feasts with Kâpapâmahchakwêw (Wandering Spirit School)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/drum-feasts-with-kapapamahchakwew-wandering-spirit-school/) - Evergreen Toronto, ON 2023-24 School Year
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- [The Drum is My Medicine](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/the-drum-is-my-medicine/) - Stardale Women’s Group Inc. Calgary, AB Winter 2023-24
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- [Foundry East Kootenay Mural & Language Project](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/foundry-east-kootenay-mural-language-project/) - Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Services Society Cranbrook, BC Winter 2023/24
- [Painted Pathways: An Indigenous Art Journey](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/painted-pathways-an-indigenous-art-journey/) - O’KANATA Winnipeg, MB Spring-Summer 2024
- [Reconciliation through Art & Music](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/reconciliation-through-art-music/) - École Élémentaire Académie de la Tamise London, ON School Year 2023/24
- [Isaruit Reconciliation Workshops](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/isaruit-reconciliation-workshops/) - Isaruit Inuit Arts Ottawa, BC Winter 2023 - Summer 2024
- [Ribbons for Reconciliation](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/ribbons-for-reconciliation/) - Westmount Community School Saskatoon, SK School Year 2023/24
- [World-builders, shapeshifters](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/world-builders-shapeshifters/) - The Robert McLaughlin Gallery Oshawa, ON November 18, 2023 - April 7, 2024
- [2SIQTIP Gathering](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/2siqtip-gathering/) - Qmunity Camp NWT Yellowknife, NWT March 2024
- [Bawaajgun a Vision/Dream: Restoring Balance](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/bawaajgun-a-vision-dream-restoring-balance/) - Friday Creeations Bear Island, ON June 30 – July 1, 2023
- [Ekinoomaaged Youth Program](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/ekinoomaaged-youth-program/) - Naagan, by Chef Zach Keeshig Owen Sound, ON Summer-Fall 2023
- [Elmastukwek Mawio’mi](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/elmastukwek-mawiomi/) - Elmastawek Mawio’mi Planning Committee & Mi’kmaw Cultural Foundation Corner Brook, NL August 12, 2023
- [Indigenous Athletics Program](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/indigenous-athletics-program/) - Don Bosco School Calgary, AB 2023-24 School Year
- [Intro to Inuit Culture](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/intro-to-inuit-culture/) - Lincoln Pelham Library in partnership with Urban Inuit Identity Project Beamsville, ON September 14-15, 2023
- [Mamwatoskewak – They work together](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/mamwatoskewak-they-work-together/) - Edson Friendship Centre Edson, AB September 30, 2023
- [Revitalizing Métis Craft Techniques](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/revitalizing-metis-craft-techniques/) - Kelowna Métis Association Kelowna, BC Fall-Winter 2023-24
- [Solstice Film Series](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/solstice-film-series/) - Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival Winnipeg, MB Summer-Fall 2023
- [Community Arts Mentorship Program (C.A.M.P.)](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/community-arts-mentorship-program-c-a-m-p/) - Saskatoon, SK Receiving $175,000 over four years through Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund’s Capacity Building Grant.
- [We Love Main Street - Main Street’s Got Talent](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/we-love-main-street-main-streets-got-talent/) - Red Road Lodge Winnipeg, MB September 16, 2023
- [Single Portfolio: Big Slider](https://downiewenjack.ca/portfolio-item/portfolio-big/) - fire/water
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