Saskatchewan marks National Indigenous Peoples Day with numerous events
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Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert are hosting several events in their cities to celebrate and recognize the culture, history, and heritage of Indigenous peoples on June 21st.
Kicking off the summer solstice, Saskatchewan will be celebrating National Indigenous People (NIP) Day on June 21 to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
NIP Day celebrations in Regina will be held in various parts of the city.
Starting the day, the Eagle Heart Centre will be hosting a pancake breakfast starting at 9:00 a.m.
In Victoria Park, there will be Indigenous performances with music and dance, family-friendly activities, kids’ zone, Indigenous artistries and food trucks. This event starts at 10:00 a.m.
In the Heritage neighbourhood, there will be a mini powwow and a BBQ at the Newo Yotina Friendship Centre from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
In North Central, Circle Project will be hosting a BBQ with cultural and family activities in Grassick Park which will start at 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
The Royal Saskatchewan Museum will offer a self-guided tour through the First Nations gallery from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will also be drop-in activity stations, scavenger hunt, buffalo supermarket touch table and an archaeology table.
Reconciliation Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Indian Metis Friendship Centre will partner to bring day-long activities with the Rock Your Roots Walk which will start at 10:00 a.m. at Victoria Park. There will also be various activities at the Remai Modern including a youth showcase with multiple performances.
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