Stanley Cup parade to make Six Nations history
Six Nations is making history today as the coveted Stanley Cup makes its way to the community through its hometown hero Brandon Montour!
Montour, who played defence for the cup-winning Florida Panthers this year, will be the cup-carrying focal point of the joyous celebration that will include a parade along Chiefswood Road where thousands of fans will line up to get a glimpse of the hockey superstar and fabled Stanley Cup.
The parade will start at Ohsweken Speedway at 1 p.m. along Chiefswood Road and end at the Six Nations Sports and Cultural Memorial Centre on Fourth Line Road.
Celebrations are expected to last until 4 p.m.
“We encourage you to take photos of Brandon Montour during the parade, as due to time restraints, viewing the Stanley Cup at the arena will not be guaranteed,” Six Nations of the Grand River said in a press release.
The celebration at the arena will include a ceremony, words from delegates and Montour, as well as a showing of the Stanley Cup for the public.
Six Nations of the Grand River will also distribute commemorative cards to
the public during this celebration.
Road closures will occur on Chiefswood Road (Fourth Line to Fifth Line) and Fourth Line Road (from the Village Cafe to Lawrence Jonathan Lane) from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
There will be general parking, shuttle service, and accessibility & seniors (55+) parking available.
SNGR said the event will be drug and alcohol-free and will occur rain or shine and for fans to dress accord-
ing to weather forecasts.
They’re encouraging carpooling due to the expected influx of fans into the community, saying limited parking will be available at Ohsweken Speedway.
SNGR is also offering a shuttle service from the Speedway to the sports grounds from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
100 accessible parking spaces will be designated for seniors at the sports grounds on a first come,
first serve basis and they’re warning motorists not to park on the side of Fourth Line Road or they could get towed.
All SNGR offices will be closed today for the celebration.
Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation is also closing early at noon today to allow staff to partake in the celebration.
Six Nations’ bingo matinee session is also cancelled today.
“Six Nations Bingo will
remain open for 24-ball and will resume their regular evening session at 7 p.m. for a special Must-Go Jackpot game, from which a portion of the profits will be donated to the Henrique-Montour Foundation to commemorate the occasion,”
SNGRDC said in a press release. “The Henrique-Montour Foundation supports causes in Brandon Montour and Adam Henrique’s home communities of Six Nations and Brant, respectively. We are thrilled to support the Henrique-Montour Foundation and honour Brandon Montour's incredible achievement.”
Montour’s success has sprouted numerous fundraisers through the past two years to help minor sports in the community.
“Through this donation, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the communities that have shaped the lives of Adam and Brandon, including Six Nations," said Matt Jamieson, President & CEO of SNGRDC. “It is our hope that the youth of Six Nations can see what is possible when you aim high and persevere, and we want to uplift them as they follow their dreams.”
SNGRDC said new and returning bingo patrons are encouraged to support the Henrique-Montour Foundation by participating in Wednesday evening’s session for a “fun-filled, rewarding gaming experience.”
It is official. Six Nations Branden Montour is now immortal having his name engraved on hockey's most valuable prize, the Stanley Cup.. FILE
ISC to cover costs for either remediation or rebuild of Gane Yohs
Services have been relocated to various spots throughout the community.
Six Nations of the Grand River is looking at either remodelling the mold-infected Gane Yohs health centre or rebuilding it entirely and Indigenous Services Canada has agreed to foot the bill.
That’s accordion to Senior Administrative Officer Nathan Wright, who told council’s general finance committee on Monday they met with Health Minister Patty Hajdu in late June after a discrepancy in who actually owned the building - Six Nations or Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Gane Yohs was built in 1982 for $1 million and was originally operated by Health and Welfare Canada. New additions were added in 2022 and 2023.
The building has been closed since April 23rd due to the discover of black mold throughout the building.
The mold was discovered after inspections were carried out at numerous band-owned buildings in the spring, which also revealed overgrowths of mold at those buildings and required evacuation and remediation.
Many of the services at Gane Yohs were transferred to the nearby White Pines Wellness Centre.
“ISC had insisted they weren’t the owners and band council insisted they weren’t the owners,” said Wright.
He said SNGR did research to determine they weren’t the owners of the building.
ISC continues to carry the responsibility of the building and that includes operations and maintenance and upkeep, Wright said.
ISC is currently administering medical services, public health, sexual health, and lab services on
Six Nations.
ISC had originally told Six Nations that Gane Yohs was not under its list of assets.
“We’ve done our research as well and it’s not under our list of assets, as well,” said Wright.
On June 25th, the chief’s office held a meeting with the health minister and she said ISC would cover the cost of a new building or remediation, regardless of ownership.
Wright said ISC will fast track an assessment to determine if the building should be remediated or if they should go forward with a new building altogether.
“We’ve already started the assessment,” he said.
“We now have to do some structural assessments. The work is going to lead us to the conclusion that we need a new building.”
He said ISC will cover the costs.
The Gane Yohs project team includes Debra Jonathan, Holly Smith, Robert Hill, Derek Hill, Public
Works Director Michael Montour, Vince Longboat and SNGR Senior Administrative Officer Nathan Wright.
The Gane Yohs project has also prompted the possibility of future political discussions about Six Nations taking over public health services from ISC. Mold was found in the walls, ceilings and leaking onto floors, said Wright. He said an exposed wall in the building is “just all black.”
Any possible new build will be bigger than the current Gane Yohs structure, too.
Wright said, “I don’t think a single-floor building will be adequate. We’ll be looking at multiple floors.”
Wright said they would try to build where the existing Gane Yohs location is but that they would go up a couple of floors. After the building assessment is completed, a community engagement plan will be developed, said Wright.
New Addition to Local Trading Post
The Crossroads Outdoor Market, known for its vibrant community and
offerings, has recently expanded with an exciting new addition. This past Saturday, the market held a soft opening to showcase the new opportunities available to local craftsmen and food vendors.
Situated close to the Six Nations community, the market offers a unique blend of local culture and history. During the event, several vendors expressed their enthusiasm for engaging with the local history and community. This connection adds a rich cultural layer to the market experience, making it a meaningful destination for visitors.
The new section of the market offers spaces for buy, sell, and promotion activities, open year-round on weekends.
ty. The inclusion of a food vendor aims to enhance the market experience, providing visitors with delicious food options while they browse and shop.
The market owner is enthusiastic about this new phase, stating, "We're excited to provide more space and opportunities for local entrepreneurs. The community response has been fantastic, and we look forward to seeing new and familiar faces."
This expansion is set to become a hub for local artisans, offering them a platform to showcase and sell their handmade goods. From handcrafted jewelry to unique home décor items, visitors can expect a variety of quality crafts from local talents.
Additionally, the market is seeking someone with a passion for cooking to fill a dedicated food vendor spot. This opportunity is perfect for local chefs or food enthusiasts looking to share their culinary creations with the communi-
For those interested in securing a spot, limited spaces are still available. Potential vendors are encouraged to contact the market owner directly for more information and to discuss potential opportunities.
The Crossroads Outdoor Market continues to be a cornerstone of the community, supporting local businesses and fostering a space where people can come together to celebrate local talent and enjoy a unique shopping experience.
Market Name: Crossroads Outdoor Market. Open: Weekends, Year-Round. Opportunities: Craft and Food Vendor Spots Available. Contact: 519-7323171, Reese Annis. 2RT STAFF
Chief Logan’s auto-bio: 1915
Curated by Jim Windle
It is wonderful to take a step back in time get a glimpse of what life was like for a Haudenosaunee family 200 years ago as recalled by a 106-year-old Jesse Logan, more than a century ago.
The following is the autobiographical statement of Jesse Logan, aged 106 years old and Great Grandson of Chief Shikellamy of the Cornplanter Reservation, in Pennsylvania, October 9, 1915:
“I was born on the West Bank of the Allegheny River, in the Cornplanter Reservation, in 1809, the same year as Abraham Lincoln. My father was John Logan, Jr., a Cayuga, the only surviving child of Captain John Logan, the oldest son of Shikellamy. My mother was a daughter of the Seneca Chief Cornplanter. My father after retiring from the war path, settled at Cold Spring, in the Allegheny Reservation, in New York State, where he died in 1944 aged 100 years.
Early in life he married Annie, a daughter of Cornplanter, who bore him fine children, three daughters and two sons. The last were names Lyman and Jesse. When my grandfather was old he came to this Reservation, where he lived with my father until his death. To the best of my knowledge, he died in this reservation, and is
buried near the grave of Chief Cornplanter. I married Susan, a Seneca maid, and we had one child, James Logan, who died at the age of thirty. He was named for my great-uncle, the immortal Cayuga orator. Physically, my father and my son were small men, much smaller than
Six Nations of the Grand River
Elected Council sends well wishes to everyone attending the Pow Wow. Whether you are a community member or visiting Six Nations for the first time, we hope that everyone has a fantastic weekend.
"Championof Champions"
Statue dedicated to Chief Logan, the Orator. 2RT
OPINION editor@tworowtimes.com
Chiefs decry reduced federal funds for residential school searches
By Alessia Passafiume
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs criticized the federal government for reducing funds to search the grounds of former residential schools, saying in a statement they are profoundly disappointed and outraged. Communities could previously receive up to $3 million per year through the Residential Schools Missing Children Community Support Fund, but funding will now be capped at $500,000.
“The decision to cut back substantial funding for this critical initiative is not only disheartening but also disrespectful to the survivors and families affected by the residential school system,” said deputy grand chief Betsy Kennedy in a statement.
"The search for truth and justice must go forward without further delays or federal roadblocks, especially when it concerns the lost lives of our children."
The chiefs sent a letter to Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree asking for previous funding to be reinstated.
Ottawa said the funds were reduced in order to take a "sustainable approach" that provides money to as many community-led projects as possible.
The funding adjustments will not apply to previously signed agreements, a spokesperson for Crown-Indigenous Relations said in a statement Tuesday. The government also highlighted the $216 million it has put toward the community support fund since 2021.
That fund was created in
the wake of Tk’emlups te Secwépemc First Nation's report in May of that year about 215 anomalies found on the grounds of a former residential school in Kamloops, B.C., reinvigorating the national conversation about the history and legacy of residential schools. Residential schools, often operated by the Catholic Church with support from the federal government, were used as a tool to assimilate Indigenous Peoples into settler society, ripping thousands of children away from their families and cutting them off from their culture and language.
Dozens of reports from the period 1880 to 1996, when the schools operated, and afterward have highlighted the cruel fates of children in the institutions, including sexual and physical abuse, and, in some cases, death. Those findings, among others, are encapsulated in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's final report, released in 2015 after years of testimonies from survivors, community members and families.
The commission called for a memorial register that would analyze information about missing children and deaths, as well as creation of a map of cemeteries and burial sites.
Kennedy said the decision to cut funding without first speaking to First Nations leadership is a "missed opportunity" for Canada to strengthen relations and respect the rights of Indigenous Peoples.
The identification and commemoration of unmarked graves is "essential in honouring those lost, who deserve to be brought
home to rest in ceremony among their loved ones," the assembly said.
"Finding and recovering those who have died while attending residential schools is critical in healing our nations. It is also an important step in acknowledging the full extent of the atrocities committed within the residential school system."
Crown-Indigenous Relations spokesperson Carolane Gratton said residential schools are a "shameful" part of Canada's history.
Her statement also highlighted $91 million in new money for the fund as outlined in this year's budget. With the new funding model, Gratton said priority will be given to work that focuses on research, fieldwork in identifying potential burial sites and engagement with communities that have not yet begun research or fieldwork.
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation also blasted the federal government for cuts, saying it broke its commitment to families and communities.
“Communities engaged in the search process, and experts who have looked into the issue, have been saying that the federal funding mechanism is already too restrictive to properly meet real world needs,” executive director Stephanie Scott said in a release last week.
“This arbitrary funding cap is a step in exactly the wrong direction for reconciliation. What’s needed is sustained, long-term funding based on flexible criteria developed in collaboration with Indigenous Peoples.”
LCBO stores open for business again as strike ends
By Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, YGK News
LCBO employees represented by Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) are back to work as of Tuesday morning after ratifying a collective agreement over the weekend.
Speaking to reporters on Monday, Ford blamed the two week strike on OPSEU's unwillingness to return to the table, and said Ontario doesn't take kindly to compromising their ability to get booze.
"We learned many things with this strike — people were still able to get their alcohol," Ford said.
"Don’t mess around with people’s booze in Ontario, because they aren’t too happy."
Cameron Pardy, OPSEU Local 497 LBED President, says while maybe sentiments have been different in other parts of Ontario where Doug Ford has spoken to people, he hasn't gotten the sense that people local to Kingston have been in any way resentful towards LCBO employees. Generally, he says striking workers felt very supported by the public.
"I think it may have been slightly embellished unless he's getting a lot of responses from different geographical areas of Ontario," Pardy said.
"In the Kingston area or in the surrounding area... every time that I talked to any public members it didn't seem to me like they were really pushing for the privatization of the LCBO... I think that they have other priorities on mind like family doctors and so on."
Pardy says he feels like coming into this strike, a lot of Ontarians didn't really realize the impact LCBO sales have on Ontario's public funds - and said that if there's a positive from these difficult two weeks, it's that more people see them as holding an important role in Ontario.
He says he believes people value the public funds reinvested into Ontario more than they do the convenience of expanded alcohol access.
"I would say it was a pivotal moment for the LCBO strike to have to educate the public on where the funds go so that they understood that if it ever was privatized, unfortunately, a lot of those revenues or profits go into the CEO or the owners of the chains," Pardy said. "100% of the revenue that comes through the LCBO, or profits, go back in Ontario. I don't even know a percentage I could throw out there that would go into the CEO's pockets of those stores."
On Tuesday he said that employees and customers alike were happy to be back shopping at the LCBO.
The new collective agreement, backdated to April of this year, includes a number of improvements for LCBO employees including the conversion of 1,000 casual positions to parttime permanent positions, wage increases of 8 percent over three years, benefit and severance improvements, a guarantee of no store closures throughout the term of the agreement and a cap on the number of agency stores, and most importantly for the union - a stated commitment to
a future where "the LCBO, and its revenues, continue to grow Ontario".
JP Hornick, President of OPSEU/SEFPO, said in a release that while there's been some victories in this collective agreement - the expectation is there will still be a fight ahead if Doug Ford manages to remain at the helm of the Ontario government.
"OPSEU/SEFPO is a fighting union, and this fight is far from over," Hornick said. I am incredibly proud of the power that LCBO workers have built, and they know how to use that power moving forward. Luckily, Ontario voters are also on our side – Ford’s own polling shows it."
Pardy said when it comes to Kingston, he and fellow employees have so much gratitude for the support shown by the community. He says they were offered support from so many businesses and individuals that it was hard to keep count.
"We had so many local restaurants local businesses come and offer donations, offer food everyday, and it was just incredible to see that kind of support from the Kingston community," Pardy said.
"When I started adding up all the different community businesses, we were well into the hundreds of businesses that helped us out on the line... We all know who they were so we will promise to spread the word around how grateful we are."
Details of the collective agreement have not yet been publicly shared by OPSEU, the LCBO, or the provincial government.
BRANDON MONTOUR CELEBRATION
All Six Nations of the Grand River departments will be closed on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Regular o ce hours will resume Thursday, July 25 @ 8:30am
Six Nations hockey hero Brandon Montour to bring Stanley Cup home
By J.P. Antonacci, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Hamilton Spectator
Brandon Montour is coming home to Six Nations next week, and he will have hockey’s biggest prize in tow.
The 30-year-old defenceman helped the Florida Panthers win the franchise’s first championship in June, a week before signing a seven-year, $50-million deal with the Seattle Kraken on July 1. Next up for Montour’s whirlwind off-season is a July 24 parade with the Stanley Cup through Ohsweken that is expected to draw thousands to cheer on the blueliner, who is Mohawk on his father’s side and spent his teen years in Six Nations of the Grand River.
The parade will wind from Ohsweken Speedway to the Six Nations Sports and Culture Memorial Arena as the centrepiece of a celebration that will start at 1 p.m.
According to a press release from Six Nations elected council, Montour will be presented with the Six Nations Honourary Ronateríhonte (Leader) Award during a ceremony at the arena.
“We are very proud of Brandon and his accomplishments,” Chief Sherri-Lyn Hill said in the release.
“This celebration is historic, and we’re glad Brandon is sharing his day with Six Nations.”
According to elected council, Montour is believed to be the first Six Nations band member to win a Stanley Cup “in the modern era of the National Hockey League.”
This was Montour’s second straight appearance in the NHL final, as the Panthers lost to the Vegas Golden Knights in five games in 2023. His eight playoff goals led all defencemen that year.
This year the Panthers held off the Edmonton Oilers, who came back from a 3-0 deficit to force
a deciding seventh game. Montour contributed three goals and eight assists in Florida’s 24 post-season games. Both playoff runs captivated the Six Nations community, where hundreds gathered at watch parties and raised money for local youth sports programs by selling T-shirts and lawn signs. Parents and league administrators on the reserve have credited Montour with inspiring more kids to take to the ice.
Councillor Greg Frazer called Montour “our hometown hero.”
“Brandon has fans across Turtle Island,” Frazer said on social media. In an on-ice interview with Sportsnet moments after hoisting the Stanley Cup, Montour promised to bring the trophy to Six Nations.
“Be ready for it to come home,” he said, thanking “my family, my friends, everybody back home” for “the support I’ve had my whole life.”
BRANDON MONTOUR BRANDON MONTOUR
CELEBRATION CELEBRATION
July 24, 2024 @ 1-4 PM
PARADE: 1-1:30 PM
Ohsweken Speedway (1987 Chiefswood Road) to the Six Nations Sports & Cultural Memorial Centre (1738 4th Line)
ROAD CLOSURES
CELEBRATION: 1:45-4 PM
Ceremony & Cup Viewing at the Six Nations Sports & Cultural Memorial Centre
PARKING & SHUTTLE SERVICE
General Parking: will be closed between 4th Line and 5th Line from 9:30am-6pm. will be closed from Village Cafe (1875 Fourth Line) to Lawrence Jonathan Lane from 9:30am-6pm. Chiefswood Road Fourth Line
Shuttle Service: Ohsweken Speedway (1726 Fifth Line)
100 Parking Spots & Seats at 1738 4th Line will be available. First come, first serve and must arrive by 11:30am.
Accessibility & Seniors: 9:30am-12:45pm & 1:30-5pm. Ohsweken Speedway Parking Lot to Jamieson School every 15 minutes.
NOTE:
Check weather conditions and prepare accordingly (water, chairs, umbrellas, etc.) This is a drug and alcohol free event.
Movie Review: In 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' the superhero movie finally accepts itself for what it is
By Krysta Fauria
If one thing is certain about “Deadpool,” it’s that its titular hero, for reasons never explained, understands his place in the world — well, in our world.
Indeed, the irreverent and raunchy mutant is sure to belabor his awareness of the context in which he lives — namely an over-saturated, increasingly labyrinthine multibillion-dollar Marvel multiverse which spans decades, studios and too many films for most viewers to count.
From its inception, the “Deadpool” franchise has prided itself a subversive, self-aware anti-superhero superhero movie, making fun of everything from comic books to Hollywood to its biggest champion, co-writer and star, Ryan Reynolds.
It’s no surprise then, as fans have come to expect, that the long-anticipated “Deadpool & Wolverine” further embraces its fourth wall-breaking self-aware-
ness — even as it looks increasingly and more earnestly like the superhero movie blueprint it loves to exploit. That tension — the fact that “Deadpool” has called out comic book movie tropes despite being, in fact, a comic book movie — is somehow remedied in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which leans into its genre more than the franchise's first two movies.
Perhaps this gives viewers more clarity on its intended audience. After all, someone who hates superhero films — I’m looking at you, Scorsese — isn’t going to be won over because of a few self-deprecating jokes about lazy writing, budgets for A-list cameos and the overused “superhero landing” Reynolds’ Deadpool regularly refers to.
But this time around, director Shawn Levy — his first Marvel movie — seems to have found a sweet spot. Levy is surely helped by the fact that the third film in the franchise has a
bigger budget, more hype and, of course, a brooding, eventually shirtless, Hugh Jackman as Wolverine — who has long been teased as someone Deadpool has, er, complicated feelings toward.
That anticipation makes their relationship, packed with hatred, fandom and homoeroticism, all the more enticing. Their fight scenes against each other are just as compelling as their moments of self-sacrificial partnership in the spirit of, you guessed it, saving the world(s).
Speaking of worlds, there is one important development in our own to be aware of ahead of time. The first two “Deadpool” films were distributed by 20th Century Fox, whose $71.3 billion acquisition by the Walt Disney Co. in 2019 opened the door for the franchise to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Perhaps unsurprisingly, “Deadpool & Wolverine” takes full advantage of that vast playground, which
began in 2008 with Robert Downey Jr.’s “Iron Man” and now includes more than 30 films and a host of television shows. The acquisition is also a recurring target of Deadpool’s sarcasm throughout the movie.
Although steeped in references and cameos that can feel a bit like inside baseball for the less devoted, “Deadpool & Wolverine” is easy enough to follow for the casual Marvel viewer, though it wouldn’t hurt to have seen the first “Deadpool” and Jackman’s 2017 “Logan,” a harbinger of the increasing appetite for R-rated superhero violence. The Disney+ series “Loki” also gives helpful context, though is by no means a must watch, on the Time Variance Authority, which polices multiverse timelines to avoid “incursions,” or the catastrophic colliding of universes.
A defining feature of “Deadpool” has been its R rating and hyper violent
action scenes. Whether thanks to more money, Levy’s direction or some combination of the two, these scenes are much more visually appealing.
But “Deadpool & Wolverine” does succumb to some of the deus ex machina writing that so often plagues superhero movies. Wade Wilson’s (the real identity of Deadpool) relationship with his ex (?) Vanessa is particularly underdeveloped — though it’s possible that ambiguity is a metaphor for Deadpool’s future within the MCU.
The plot feels aimless at points toward the end. One cameo-saturated battle scene in particular is resolved in a way that leaves its audience wanting after spending quite a bit of time building tension around it. While there are a few impressive stars who make an appearance, audiences may be disappointed by the amount of MCU characters referenced who don’t make it in.
The bloody but comedic final fight scene, however, is enough to perk viewers back up for the last act, solidifying the film’s identity as a fun, generally wellmade summer movie.
The sole MCU release of 2024, “Deadpool & Wolverine” proves it’s not necessarily the source material that’s causing socalled superhero fatigue. It also suggests, in light of Marvel’s move to scale back production following a pandemic and historic Hollywood strikes, that increased attention given to making a movie will ultimately help the final product.
“Deadpool & Wolverine,” a Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures release, is rated R by the Motion Picture Association for strong bloody violence and language throughout, gore and sexual references. Running time: 127 minutes. Two and a half out of four stars.
John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, dies at 90
CANADIAN PRESS editor@tworowtimes.com TWO ROW TIMES
LONDON (AP) — John Mayall, the British blues musician whose influential band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and many other superstars, has died. He was 90.
A statement on Mayall's Instagram page announced his death Tuesday, saying the musician died Monday at his home in California. “Health issues that forced John to end his epic touring career have finally led to peace for one of this world’s greatest road warriors,” the post said.
He is credited with helping develop the English take on urban, Chicago-style rhythm and blues that played an important role in the blues revival of the late 1960s. At various times, the Bluesbreakers included Eric Clapton and Bruce, later of Cream; Mick Fleetwood, John McVie and Peter Green of Fleetwood Mac; Mick Taylor, who played five years with the Rolling Stones; Harvey Mandel and Larry Taylor of Canned Heat; and Jon Mark and John Almond, who went on to form the Mark-Almond Band. Mayall protested in interviews that he was not a talent scout, but played for the love of the music he had first heard on his father's 78-rpm records.
"I'm a band leader and I know what I want to play in my band — who can be good friends of mine," Mayall said in an interview with the Southern Vermont Review. "It's definitely a family. It's a small kind of thing really."
A small but enduring thing. Though Mayall never approached the fame of some of his illustrious alumni, he was still performing in his late 80s, pounding out his version of Chicago blues. The lack of recognition rankled a bit, and he wasn't shy about saying so.
"I've never had a hit record, I never won a Grammy Award, and Rolling Stone has never done a piece about me," he said in
an interview with the Santa Barbara Independent in 2013. "I'm still an underground performer."
Known for his blues harmonica and keyboard playing, Mayall had a Grammy nomination, for "Wake Up Call" which featured guest artists Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples, Mick Taylor and Albert Collins. He received a second nomination in 2022 for his album “The Sun Is Shining Down.” He also won official recognition in Britain with the award of an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 2005.
He was selected for the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class and his 1966 album “Blues Breakers With Eric Clapton,” is considered one of the best British blues albums.
Mayall once was asked if he kept playing to meet a demand, or simply to show he could still do it.
“Well, the demand is there, fortunately. But it’s really for neither of those two things, it’s just for the love of the music,” he said in an interview with Hawaii Public Radio. “I just get together with these guys and we have a workout.”
Mayall was born on Nov. 29, 1933 in Macclesfield, near Manchester in central England.
Sounding a note of the hard-luck bluesman, Mayall once said, “The only reason I was born in Macclesfield was because my father was a drinker, and that’s where his favorite pub was.”
His father also played guitar and banjo, and his records of boogie-woogie piano captivated his teenage son.
Mayall said he learned to play the piano one hand at a time — a year on the left hand, a year on the right, “so I wouldn’t get all
tangled up.”
The piano was his main instrument, though he also performed on guitar and harmonica, as well as singing in a distinctive, strained-sounding voice.
Aided only by drummer Keef Hartley, Mayall played all the other instruments for his 1967 album, “Blues Alone.”
Mayall was often called the “father of British blues,” but when he moved to London in 1962 his aim was to soak up the nascent blues scene led by Alexis Korner and Cyril Davies. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Eric Burdon were among others drawn to the sound.
The Bluesbreakers drew on a fluid community of musicians who drifted in and out of various bands.
Mayall’s biggest catch was Clapton, who had quit the Yardbirds and joined he Bluesbreakers in 1965 because he was unhappy with the Yardbirds’ commercial direction.
Mayall and Clapton shared a passion for Chicago blues, and the guitarist later remembered that Mayall had “the most incredible collection of records I had ever seen.”
Mayall tolerated Clapton’s waywardness: He disappeared a few months after joining the band, then reappeared later the same year, sidelining the newly arrived Peter Green, then left for good in 1966 with Bruce to form Cream, which rocketed to commercial success, leaving Mayall far behind.
Clapton, interviewed for a BBC documentary on Mayall in 2003, confessed that “to a certain extent I have used his hospitality, used his band and his reputation to launch my own career,”
“I think he is a great musician. I just admire and respect his steadfastness,” Clapton added.
Mayall encouraged Clapton to sing and urged Green to develop his song-writing abilities.
Mick Taylor, who succeeded Green as a Bluesbreaker in the late 1960s, valued the wide latitude which Mayall allowed his soloists.
John Mayall. WIKIPEDIA
Chief Logan’s auto-bio:
1915
my grandfather and my great-uncle. I took after my grandfather, as I am of large stature. I remember Cornplanter, my maternal grandfather, very well. He was a large, strong man, not dark in color, and with grey eyes. He was a great man for work. Every morning, winter or summer, rain or shine, at six o'clock he would come out of his house and ring a big dinner bell as a signal for all to get busy. He wore a red cap much the same as the white hunters do now. I remember Philip Tome, the great elk and panther hunter, who lived a mile up the river. I hunted elk with the famous Jim Jacobs many times. I was taught to hunt by my grandfather, who died in 1820. He was a very old man when I was very young, but I recall what he looked like. I killed hundreds of elk, many bear and deer, and quite a few panthers, the last in 1860. I have always been fond of sports. I walk two miles to town (Corydon) every time there is a baseball game. As a boy I excelled at the Indian games of long ball and snow snake. I love a joke and enjoy a good dinner. I use tobacco and liquor sparingly. I attribute my long life to my love of out-
door exercise and hunting and fishing. In my old age I am well cared for by my Indian friends, but regret that 'my blood flows not in any living person,' to use the language of my great-uncle James. There are many Logans in the Reservations in Pennsylvania and New York; some are descended from my brother and sisters, others adopted the name because of the honor attached to it. I wish I had been invited to attend the unveiling of my great-grandfather's [Shikellamy's] monument in Sunbury next week, but I guess that the world has forgotten Logan. I tried to fight for the white man in the Civil War, but when I got to Harrisburg I was sent back as too old. But I was a dead shot, and can still beat men one-quarter of my age with the gun and bow and arrow. Next summer, if I live I hope to visit Logan Valley, where my grandfather resided, and view the scenes that my father loved to talk about. I would also like to visit Mrs. Gross, at Fort Augusta, who has done so much to honor Shikellamy's memory. I have lived a long while, but I am not tired of life, and each day seems new and pleasant to me."
Residential school survivor shares his art
By Alexandra Noad, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Lethbridge Herald
A residential school survivor is selling paintings and handmade jewelry as a means to share his talents and connect with his culture.
Wesley Harry started selling his paintings in 1989 after encouragement from his friends. He learned the Indigenous traditions for art and beadwork from the elders, but he didn't always have his culture to identify with.
Being a residential school
survivor, Harry struggled with finding his identity as an adult. He was scared of the Elders because of what was taught in the residential schools.
"Well, for me, it was because of the residential school, I had a fear of elders the residential school put it in my mind that if you talked to an elder, something bad will happen to you."
Harry also struggled believing in God because of the brutality of the residential schools.
"Everything the residential school did to me I rejected it all because the nuns
used to say, 'if you don't do this, you do that you're going straight to hell. They would beat us like dogs, like physically beat us on a daily basis. How could you be part of God if you could do that much evil to a little child and have no remorse over this?" said Harry. Harry eventually did turn back to the elders and his traditional ways, but it wasn't without hard work.
"I finally started realizing that elders are the knowledge keepers. They're the ones who have all the knowledge that we have to learn a lot from them. I had to get over my fear of
the elders and start talking to the elders. That's when I found out they were the ones who know you're the one to keep all their knowledge. We have to go to them and learn from them and keep our traditions going," said Harry. Harry's artwork contains traditional stories through the Little Man series. Each piece contains a story of Indigenous traditions. Along with the Little Man series Harry also has a greeting card which has his story on the back. Harry says he took 14 years to articulate the message of not losing hope.
Wildfires threaten as Oregon fire creates its own weather
By Lisa Baumann
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP)
— Firefighters in the West are scrambling as new wildfires threaten communities in Oregon, California and Washington, with at least one Oregon fire so large that it is creating its own weather.
Interstate 84 in eastern Oregon was closed in both directions Tuesday between Ontario and Baker City as flames from the Durkee fire advanced toward the roadway in multiple locations.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Oregon Department of Transportation also closed the eastbound lanes of I-84 from Pendleton to Baker City.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Monday night authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the lightning-caused blaze, which had scorched nearly 375 square miles (971 square kilometers) as of Tuesday afternoon.
The Durkee fire was threatening homes in and around
the communities of Durkee, Huntington and Rye Valley, as well as the interstate, cell towers and power infrastructure in the area.
Stephen Parker, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Boise, Idaho, said the Durkee fire showed such extreme fire behavior on Saturday, Sunday and Monday that it began creating its own weather system with a “pyrocumulus cloud.”
“That can happen when a fire becomes plume-dominated,” Parker said. “It’s like a thunderstorm on top of the fire, generated by the heat of the fire.”
The pyrocumulus cloud allows the smoke and ash from the fire to travel much higher in the air than it would typically go, he said.
If there is enough moisture in the air above the fire, the pyrocumulus cloud can also generate rain and lightning, potentially causing new fire starts in the region.
There were lightning strikes in the region on Monday night, but there were also other thunder-
storms in the area, making it impossible to tell which weather system was responsible for the storm, Parker said.
Tuesday morning was free of pyrocumulus clouds, Parker said, but they tend to form later in the day.
“I don’t see any pyrocumulus developing yet today. But I would not be surprised if we got a fourth day out of it,” he said.
Several new fires ignited in that area Monday because of severe weather that included lightning and strong wind gusts, the Baker County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
“Within minutes of the first lightning strikes, reports then came in of visible flames,” the post read.
Multiple fires have scorched more than 1,093 square miles (2,830 square kilometers) in Oregon, with nearly 180 square miles (466 square kilometers) torched in the past 24 hours, authorities said. Parts of the West have also been in the grip of a heat wave.
PRESS RELEASE:
BRANDON MONTOUR CELEBRATION EVENT UPDATES FOR JULY 24
O H S W E K E N , O N – The event will be on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, from 1 pm until 4 pm, including a parade and a celebration at the Six Nations Sports and Culture Memorial Centre (1738 4th Line). Brandon will share the Stanley Cup with the community during a parade extending from Ohsweken Speedway to the arena at 1:00 pm ending at 4:00 pm sharp. We encourage you to take photos of Brandon Montour during the parade, as due to time restraints, viewing the Stanley Cup at the arena will not be guaranteed.
The celebration at the arena will include a ceremony, words from delegates and Brandon, and a showing of the Stanley Cup for the public. Six Nations of the Grand River will distribute commemorative cards to the public during this celebration. Road closures will occur on Chiefswood Road (4th Line to 5th Line) and 4th Line Road (Village Cafe to Lawerance Jonathan Lane) from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. There will be general parking, shuttle service, and accessibility & seniors (55+) parking available.
W h a t t o e x p e c t :
• This is a d r u g & a l c o h o l - f r e e , r a i n o r s h i n e e v e n t . Check weather conditions and prepare accordingly (water, chairs, umbrellas, etc.)
• General Parking Information:
o C a r p o o l i n g i s h i g h l y e n c o u r a g e d , as limited parking will be at the Ohsweken Speedway (1726 5th Line)
o The shuttle service will be from 9:30 am-12:45 pm & 1:30 pm- 5:00 pm from the Ohsweken Speedway to Jamieson School every 15 minutes. Please note that assistance is not available in the shuttles.
o A c c e s s i b i l i t y & S e n i o r s ( 5 5 + ) : 100 parking spaces and seating will be available in the arena, on a first come, first serve basis.
o N o p a r k i n g o n t h e s i d e o f t h e r o a d ; violators will be towed at their own expense.
All Six Nations of the Grand River offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 for the Brandon Montour Celebration. Regular office hours will resume on Thursday July 25, 2024 at 8:30am.
-30M e d i a C o n t a c t I n f o r m a t i o n :
Darryl Smart, Public Relations Coordinator, (226) 387-0826 1695 Chiefswood Road, P.O. Box 5000, Ohsweken Ontario N0A 1M0
Game of the Week: Destiny 2 - Forge Your Legend in the Stars
By CorelliGG
A Guardian stands on the edge of a ruined city, the Light of the Traveler shining down as they ready their weapon. The fate of humanity rests in their hands.
Welcome to Destiny 2, where every battle, mission, and discovery weaves into the tapestry of your own epic story.
This week's Game of the Week highlights Bungie’s ever-evolving sci-fi shooter. In Destiny 2, you become a Guardian, a protector of Earth’s last safe city, wielding incredible powers to defend humanity against looming threats.
Launched in 2017, Destiny 2 has grown through constant updates, expansions, and a thriving community. Players create and customize their Guardians, choosing from three classes—Titan, Hunter, or Warlock—each with unique abilities and playstyles. Your Guardian’s journey unfolds through
an expansive campaign, diverse PvP modes, and cooperative PvE content. The game excels in blending fast-paced action with deep lore. The story kicks off with the Red War campaign, where the Red Legion, a faction of the Cabal, invades and strips the Guardians of their Light. From this gripping start, Destiny 2 takes players across the solar system, from the shattered remnants of Earth to
the lush jungles of Venus and beyond.
Combat in Destiny 2 is a highlight, combining tight shooting mechanics with the strategic use of abilities. Guardians can equip a vast array of weapons
and armor, customizing their loadouts to suit their playstyle. Whether you’re battling through the intricate raids, participating in the Crucible’s competitive multiplayer, or exploring seasonal events, the game
offers endless ways to engage.
Destiny 2 shines with its rich, ever-expanding universe. Regular updates and expansions like The Witch Queen and Lightfall introduce new stories, challenges, and gameplay features, keeping the experience fresh and engaging. The game's seasonal model ensures that there's always something new on the horizon.
For those who crave a mix of deep storytelling and thrilling action, Destiny 2 offers a galaxy of adventure. Whether you're a solo player or part of a fireteam, your legend awaits among the stars.
Gear up, Guardian. The fight continues.
Available on PC and consoles, Destiny 2 delivers an immersive experience of epic battles and cosmic exploration.
CorelliGG faces the unknown: Explore distant worlds and defend humanity in Destiny 2. BROWN
know the score.
Six Nations Arrows defeated 3-6 in Peterborough
Hendrix, Ajou claim top scores in weekly CFL honour
The Canadian Press
Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Ajou Ajou and defensive lineman DeWayne Hendrix of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats were among the top performers in the CFL's weekly honour roll Tuesday.
Ajou was the top-rated offensive player with a grade of 81.3. He had four catches for 110 yards in Saskatchewan's 19-9 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers last week.
Hendrix earned top defensive player honours with a grade of 87.8. He registered two tackles and a sack in Hamilton's 27-24 home win over the Toronto Argonauts, the Ticats first victory of the season.
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Saskatchewan had the top-rated offensive line with a combined score of 70.9. Jacob Brammer (76.8), Logan Ferland (67.8) and Peter Godber (67.1) were the top-three performers while Brammer also recorded the top individual grade.
The other winners included Saskatchewan quarterback Shea Patterson (80.0 grade), B.C. running back William Stanback (79.2) Calgary linebacker Micah Awe (74.1), Stampeders defensive back Kobe Williams (81.2), B.C. returner Terry Williams (69.6), Hamilton punter Nik Constantinou (78.2) and Toronto special-teams player Tyson Hergott (90.6).
Blackeye boxer Jacob Davidson gets the win vs home town boxer in Windsor Saturday night. ARMOUR
Six Nations Arrows lose to Peterborough Lakers in 5 games. Visitor Scoring: JADEN JIMERSON - (07:54 2nd) DAYLIN JOHN-HILL (11:05
SIX NATIONS COUNCIL
SIX NATIONS AND NEW CREDIT
ATTN:
SKYE: Bertha Lena
On July 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving and devoted family, Bertha Lena Skye passed peacefully at her home. She had a long and fulfilling life, and she will be missed by many who loved and knew her. Born on June 5, 1932, in Shell Lake Saskatchewan, Bertha Lena Fraser was the daughter of Minnie and Norman Fraser. She was born into a family of 12 children. In 1955, she met Hubert Skye and they were married for 59 years until Hubert’s passing in 2015. Together they raised five children. Bertha held many roles in life that included chef, a Cree Nation elder in residence at Mohawk and Sheridan Colleges and McMaster University, Six Nations Health Foundation member and mentor to many people. Some of her accomplishments include being a Culinary Olympic Medalist, recognition as a Six Nations Community Treasure, receiving a Honourary Fellowship from Mohawk College, and a Honourary Doctorate from McMaster University. Her greatest accomplishment was the family and welcoming home that she and Hubert created together. Predeceased by her parents Minnie and Norman Fraser and siblings Blanche, Jimmy, Ruth, John, Gertie, Edith, Violet, Catherine, Gordon, and Dorothy. Husband Hubert Skye, daughter Deborah Skye, and son Darwin Skye (Pam). Bertha is survived by her children Pam Skye, Brian Skye and Denise Skye, and her brother Mervin Fraser. Grandmother of Stephanie (Shannon), Chris (Char), Courtney (Anthony), Sabrina (Joe), Kurt and Kimberly. Great Grandmother to 12 great grand babies. She was a special Auntie to Viola, Val, Roxanne, Greg, Bill, Norman & Tia, and special GammaB to Val. She was forever friends with Melba Thomas. She was a cherished chosen mom, grandmother, auntie and mentor to many extended family members and friends. “Remember me with smiles and laughter for that’s how I will remember you.” Bertha will be brought to her 3405 River Range home on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4 pm. Then on Sat July 20, she will go to R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Home in Hagersville, Ontario where everyone is welcome to join her family. Her visitation will be from 11 am to 6 pm and her Celebration of Life service at 6 pm to 8 pm. Bertha will be back at her home that night at 9 pm and her funeral service & burial will be at Lower Cayuga Longhouse starting at 11 am on Sunday, July 21, 2024. After the services at the Longhouse a meal will be served at the Gathering Place on Pauline Johnson Road.
Dear Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation, we are writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous sponsorship of Taisley’s dance season. Your support means the world to us and has provided Taisley with the incredible opportunity to pursue her passion for dance. Your commitment to helping young talents shine is truly inspiring, and we are deeply thankful for your contribution. Taisley is excited to dedicate herself to her craft and make the most of this wonderful opportunity, all thanks to your kindness and generosity. Thank you once again for believing in Taisley and supporting her dreams.
Warm Regards, Taisley and Tiffany
I would like to thank the Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation for the funding for a hospital bed, mattress and bed table. Your support and caring for me (as an elder and Residential School Survivor in need with mobility issues) is greatly appreciated.
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Alice Bomberry
August 3 and 4, 2024 Six Nations Community
Saturday, noon – 6P Sunday, noon – 4P Group Reunion Photo being taken each day.
Bring your best dish! For more information
Call Judy Taylor at (226) 208-0254
August 24th Noon to 5pm At Mohawk Park Picnic Shelter “E” (beside kiddy water park)
Children will need a swimsuit and towel. Hamburgers & Hotdogs will be served. Please bring your favourite salad or casserole to share.
We have a surprise “Auction” which helps us pay for the next year.
We ask if you can please donate a wrapped gift that
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5. Lustful woodland gods (Greek mythology)
11. Colombian Town
12. Sour
16. A way to stuff
17. Former AL MVP Vaughn
18. Carried or transported
19. Cannot even fathom
24. Hammer is one
25. A way to separate
26. Not moving
27. Women’s service organization (abbr.)
28. German river
29. Quantitative fact
30. A person’s head
31. Process that produces ammonia
33. French modernist painter
34. Too much noise
38. Agree to a demand
39. One a line at right angles to a ship’s length
40. Employees
43. Ribosomal ribonucleic acid
44. Component of hemoglobin
45. Quick and skillful in movement
49. Passing trend
50. Part of the eye
51. One who acclaims
53. Deadly amount (abbr.)
54. Taste property
56. Genus of mosquitoes
58. Blood type
59. A group of countries in special alliance
60. Institute legal proceedings against
63. Shade of a color
64. Spoke
65. Work units
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1. Charge with a crime
2. Mended with yarn
3. North Atlantic flatfish
4. Boil at low temperature
5. Lapps of northern Scandinavia
6. Poisonous plant
7. Atomic #22
8. 36 inches
9. Monetary unit of Russia
10. Type of gin
13. An alternative
14. Alone
15. A way to ooze
20. Publicity
21. American firm
22. Jewish calendar month
23. Popular sandwich
27. Comedian Cook
29. The NFL’s big game (abbr.)
30. Political action committee
31. Make a low, steady sound
32. Legendary sportscaster Michaels
33. One thousand cubic feet (abbr.)
34. Designed to keep ears warm
35. One who scrapes
36. Tear into two or more pieces
37. Supervises flying
38. Flying arm of the U.S. military (abbr.)
40. District in Peru
41. One died leaving a will
42. Morning
44. The world of the dead
45. Widen
46. Drink containing medicine
47. Celebrating
48. Secret encounters
50. A type of tag
51. Halfback
52. Modern tech
54. Monetary unit
55. Resigned to one’s sleeping chamber
57. Execute or perform
61. “The Golden State”
62. “The Beehive State” (abbr.)
SUDOKU
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, show off your true colors and let others see who you are and what makes you tick. You are given the spotlight right now to shine and get noticed even more.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
The full equation may not be revealed this week until you start to unravel some of the pieces, Taurus. You will need to remain patient as the process plays out.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, you are discovering more people you can trust and who have your best interests at heart. Continue to surround yourself with these winning individuals.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Right now you have to take a leap of faith if you really want to grow, Cancer. Take a trip somewhere you’ve never visited, learn a new language, or make an effort to meet new people.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, although you might want to keep your aspirations to yourself, it is helpful if you run your ideas past a few trusted people to see if their enthusiasm mirrors your own.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you can certainly proceed according to logic, but you might be better off trusting your gut for the time being. It rarely steers you wrong with the bigger things in life.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, people from all corners will come together to help you out, just when you need it most. Now you will get to realize those people who truly support you.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, you may have been sitting on certain information for a while and are not sure when you will reveal it. You’ll know the right time when it comes around.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, even if your love life has been a little lackluster, you can rest assured that things will be flowing anew very soon. It’s time to rekindle those feelings of love and affection.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Now isn’t a good time to think you can fake your emotions, Capricorn. Others will see right through you and read your mind quite easily. It’s better to be honest and open.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Someone you haven’t spoken to in a while might be on your mind, Aquarius. This might be the right time to bridge the gap and open lines of communication.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, it can be difficult to delegate to others and not handle everything yourself. But you have to trust in others and support them if you want them to learn and grow.
am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
• Free Entertainment
• 6 pm Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
Noon - 7pm: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition, Head Female Fancy Shawl Special
• Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
• 6 pm
Gates Open, Artisan
• Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Throat Singers
• Smoke Dance Competition
SUNDAY, JULY 28
am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
Noon: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition
10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase:
JULY
Noon - 7pm: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition, Head Female Fancy Shawl Special
FRIDAY, JULY 26
Free Entertainment
pm: Awards, Annoucing Champion of Champions Winners
watch with ages come showcase beautiful songs.
SATURDAY, JULY
• 10 am: Gates Open,
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat
• Noon - 7pm: Powwow Powwow Competition, Competition, Head Female
SUNDAY, JULY 28
• 10 am: Gates Open,
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat
• Noon: Powwow Grand Competition, Smoke
6 pm Gates Open, Artisan Market Open Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit
10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
Road, Ohsweken
• 5 pm: Awards, Annoucing Champions Winners
FRIDAY, JULY 26
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
• Smoke Dance Competition Starts
FRIDAY, JULY 26
• Free Entertainment
SATURDAY, JULY 27
• Free Entertainment
• 6 pm Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
• Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
• Smoke Dance Competition Starts
• Noon: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition 5 pm: Awards, Annoucing Champion of Champions Winners
SATURDAY, JULY 27
• 10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
6 pm Gates Open, Artisan Market Open Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers Smoke Dance Competition Starts
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
Noon - 7pm: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition, Head Female Fancy Shawl Special
SUNDAY, JULY 28
• 10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
SATURDAY, JULY 27
• Noon - 7pm: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition, Head Female Fancy Shawl Special
Grand Entry is always a site to watch with vibrant colours, as dancers of all ages come into the dance area, and singers showcase their talent with their beautiful songs.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
Noon: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition
CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS WINNER
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
5 pm: Awards, Annoucing Champion of Champions Winners
• 10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
The dancer that accumulates the most points throughout the weekend is deemed “Champion of Champions”
• Noon: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition
11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers Noon - 7pm: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition, Head Female Fancy Shawl Special
CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS WINNER
SUNDAY, JULY 28
• 5 pm: Awards, Annoucing Champion of Champions Winners
Grand Entry is always a site to watch with vibrant colours, as dancers of all ages come into the dance area, and singers showcase their talent with their beautiful songs.
The dancer that accumulates the most points throughout the weekend is deemed “Champion of Champions”
www.grpowwow.ca
• 10 am: Gates Open, Artisan Market Open
• 11 am: Indigenous Artist Showcase: “Katajjaqtilt” Inuit Throat Singers
Drug Free Event. NO PETS allowed - Service Animals Accepted. markets crafts & foods.
• Noon: Powwow Grand Entry, Powwow Competition, Smoke Dance Competition
The dancer that accumulates the most points throughout the weekend is deemed “Champion of Champions” CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS WINNER
Everyone Welcome. Alcohol & Drug Free Event. NO PETS allowed - Service Animals Accepted. One of the largest artisan markets showcasing local Indigenous crafts & foods.
Grand Entry is always a site to watch with vibrant colours, as dancers of all ages come into the dance area, and singers showcase their talent with their beautiful songs.www.grpowwow.ca
• 5 pm: Awards, Annoucing Champion of Champions Winners