Events

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Battle Creek and Métis Trails at Fort Walsh National Historic Site to identify local plants from an Indigenous perspective. Learn how plants of the Cypress Hills are used for food and medicine by Métis communities, with stories from a Métis interpreter. Learn more

Join Poundmaker Cree Nation in commemorating the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6 and recognizing asotamâtowin, a sacred promise made between Nations to live together in peace, friendship, and mutual benefit. The one day event starts at 9 a.m. on Aug. 11 and runs through the powwow with the Grand Entry at 7…

For the first time ever, the International Network of Museums for Peace Conference is coming to North America. This conference will provide an opportunity for knowledge keepers, community leaders, museum workers, artists, activists, and scholars to gather in Winnipeg, on Treaty 1 Territory and the homeland of the Red River Métis, to explore the transformative…

Indigenous Knowledge Keepers from Carry the Kettle First Nation will share traditions and perspectives on the history of Fort Walsh and the Cypress Hills Massacre. Enjoy storytelling, games, and learn about longstanding First Nations presence of the Cypress Hills. Learn more

FNUniv's Indigenous Language Program will host the Anihšināpēmowin (Saulteaux) Language Camp and the Dakota-Nakota-Lakota Language Camp, which are designed to bring together participants, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, language speakers, and community supporters. The camps aim to create a learning environment where participants can learn from one another, fostering a deeper connection to their language, culture, and…

Four Days of Ceremony, Dialogue, Culture & Gathering to commemorate 150 years since the signing of Treaty 6 at Fort Carlton. A once-in-150-years return to the place where Treaty 6 was first made. In 1876, First Nations and the Crown entered into Treaty 6 at Fort Carlton on August 23rd, Chief Kamiscowesit’s (Beardy’s) Campsite on…

The MacKenzie Art Gallery is proud to once again partner with the Regina International Film Festival and Awards (RIFFA), Saskatchewan’s largest film festival and a leading voice for cinematic storytelling in the Prairie provinces. A Cree Approach follows Tristin Greyeyes in her journey to understand why Cree was not her first language, unraveling the story…

Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation (BOCN) is proud to host the 2026 “Commemorating Treaty Six 150” Traditional Powwow on August 21–23, 2026. Grand Entry Times Friday, 6 PM Saturday, 1 PM & 7 PM Sunday, 1 PM Host Drum: Ironswing Experience uplifting singing, dancing, specials, handgames, and community all weekend long. They're a 15-minute drive from the original…

Indigenous Knowledge Keepers from Carry the Kettle First Nation will share traditions and perspectives on the history of Fort Walsh and the Cypress Hills Massacre. Enjoy storytelling, games, and learn about longstanding First Nations presence of the Cypress Hills. Learn more

Everyone is invited to attend the dedication ceremony for the Passage Home Public Sculpture and Healing Park in Prince Albert, a commemoration event marking the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty Six. Passage Home is a bronze memorial sculpture created by Mary Longman Askipiyesiwiskwew, a Saulteaux artist from Gordon's First Nation, in partnership with The…

Join us to discuss the importance of grasslands and celebrate the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists. Elders Julie Pitzel, Roland Duquette, and Joseph Naytowhow will share insights into the grasslands as living cultural landscapes, where traditional knowledge, land-based practices, and language revitalization come together to sustain Indigenous heritage. Grounded in the deep relationships between…

Join the Office of the Treaty Commissioner and the Western Development Museum for an open discussion and education on the significance of Orange Shirt Day and the lasting effects of residential schools. (Ages 16+). In person only. Join us the last Thursday of every second month for storytelling, educational sessions, and interactive discussions in an…

This weekend is the launch of a new memoir by Métis activist and leader, Nora Cummings, titled Enn pchit fee Michif: A Life and Legacy. The book, co-authored by Métis historian Cheryl Troupe, chronicles Nora’s lifelong resistance against settler colonial oppression, which culminated in her becoming a nationally recognized advocate. At this event, Troupe will…

The annual Treaty 4 Gathering runs Sept. 14-20 hosted by the File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council with events running all week, including a feast, parade, powwow, and activities for students and youth. For more information visit the Treaty 4 Gathering Facebook page.  

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we invite you to join us in honoring the strength, resilience, and lived experiences of Residential School Survivors. Together, we will raise the Survivors' Flag and gather in a spirit of remembrance, learning, and reconciliation. Through stories, teachings, and performances, we will recognize the truths…

Sign up for a one-hour virtual writing workshop with Lisa Bird-Wilson, where you’ll create messy, flawed, wildly human characters that actually drive a story through guided exercises and short writing bursts. On online event Learn more and save your spot here

Head to the Remai Modern on Sept. 17 for Fireside with Lyndon. He will be in conversation with Gary Arcand, knowledge keeper and facilitator of programs promoting wellness and cultural revitalization. The event is free to attend abd all are welcome Bannock, tea, and coffee provided Learn more

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council, in partnership with the Town of Fort Qu’Appelle, invites all nations, community members, and organizations to participate in the annual Treaty 4 Parade. Held as part of the annual Treaty 4 Gathering commemorating the signing of Treaty 4 on September 15, 1874, this event brings the community together to…

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026 is a transformative five-day journey by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation for students (grades 1-12), educators, and the broader community to engage with the poignant history and enduring spirit of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Join daily Lunch & Learns, witness “From Roots We Rise: A Youth…

Registration is open now for a beading workshop with Kristan Belcourt from Strawberry Moon Artistry. You'll be beading your own Orange Shirt pin in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This workshop is suitable for ages 16+ and participants are welcome to bring their own refreshments. Please…