Event: Bkejwanong Spring Pow Wow This Weekend

This weekend is the 29th annual Walpole Island Spring Pow Wow. The event is open to everyone. See image below for more details.

Want to learn more about Pow Wows?

The Indigenous Lead at the St. Clair Catholic School Board has graciously shared some of the information she's gathered. Visit the St. Clair Catholic School Board website for more information.

Pro tip! Now that you know the meaning behind the term 'Pow Wow', be curious about how the term shows up in our day-to-day and look for replacements if it's not being used to describe this type of gathering.

Tips for the Bkejwanong Pow Wow:

Listen to the Master of Ceremonies – they’ll explain what’s happening to help visitors.

Ask permission before taking pictures.

Outdoor settings are sometimes uneven so watch your footing.

Sometimes bleachers are available for people, but it never hurts to bring a chair with you.

Seats closest to the dancing circle are reserved for singers, dancers, and drummers.

Respect that some sections set aside for those with mobility issues to sit with mobile chairs or walkers.

Leave pets at home as animals are not necessarily at cultural gatherings and ceremonial functions.

Don’t touch people’s regalia without permission. They are not costumes, and hold special meaning to dancers.

Feathers are sacred – if one falls, do not pick it up. Leave it where it is.

Sometimes specials can include placing a blanket on the ground for generous donations by visitors.

Want to get in on the dancing? Intertribal dances are for all people present to partake in the dance.

Support the vendors. Some vendors may have interact or etransfer options, but please make sure you have cash on hand as well.

Security is provided for parking lot areas.

Ambulance and police are present.

Don’t bring alcohol or drugs.

Have fun!