Presented by: Native Men’s Residence and Fort York National Historic Site
Dates: June 18, 2016
Event Time(s):
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
NaMeRes Traditional Outdoor Pow-wow: 12pm – 5pm
Fort York Indigenous Arts Festival: 6pm – 10pm
Phone: 4163927500
Website: http://toronto.ca/fortevents
Email: fortyork@toronto.ca
Native Men’s Residence Traditional Pow Wow is held to recognize National Aboriginal Day on the Summer Solstice. The event features traditional dancing, drumming, kid’s area, craft vendors, and a full feast after the dancing. Seven Aboriginal drum groups will be on hand, including host drum Chippewa Travelers and co-host drum Big Train. Over 100 traditional dancers are expected to participate including head dancers Tee Lyn Copenance and Mike Healy. The day begins with a sunrise ceremony at 6 a.m., the Grand Entry takes place at 12 p.m., and the community feast will begin shortly after 4:30 p.m. The Pow Wow will be followed by a gala concert as part of the Indigenous Arts Festival @ Fort York featuring the legendary Derek Miller and more.
Location:
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Fort York Blvd and Fleet St