Sunsdrum Inuit Throat Singers
Celebration Stage
There is a legend among the Inuit about the halo that appears around the sun. Known in some parts as siqiniup qilauta—roughly translated, “the sun’s drum”, it is a good...
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World Champion Hoop Dancer Scott Sinquah
Celebration Stage
Scott Sixkiller Sinquah is proud to represent the Gila River Pima, Hopi/Tewa, Cherokee, and Choctaw Nations. Coming from the southwest in Arizona, he is a two-time and the current World...
Métis Dancer Brad Lafortune
Celebration Stage
Originating in the Red River area, the Métis jig is a combination of First Nations dancing, Scottish and French-Canadian step-dancing, and reel, jig, and quadrille steps. Brad Lafortune began jigging...
Dreamcatcher Workshop with Bougie Birch
Workshops & Activities
COST: $20 each AGE: 5+ DURATION: 45 minutes to 1 hour The Dreamcatcher Kit includes 18 glass crow beads, suede, a 4″ metal ring, 18 real feathers, artificial sinew, and...
David Finkle
Celebration Stage
David has been called a Renaissance man – hailing from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory in southern Ontario he is an award winning multi-instrumental recording artist versed in many musical genres. He...
Culinary Workshop with Chef Tawnya Brant
Culinary Experience
CHEF: Tawnya Brant COST: $100 per station (max. 4 people per station) AGE: 8+ (or with Adult Participation) DURATION: 1 hour Chef Tawnya Brant is renowned for her innovative approach...
Author’s Reading With Darcy Whitecrow & Heather M. O’Connor – Runs With The Stars
Author's Reading
Darcy Whitecrow, a member of the Seine River First Nation band in Northwestern Ontario, embraces traditional Ojibwe and Dakota lifestyles, including trapping, fishing, and ricing, and practices traditional spirituality in...
Ojibwe Spirit Horse Equine Assisted Learning
Family Fun Zone
Join Rhonda Snow for an interactive EAL experience with the Ojibwe spirit ponies. Rhonda is not only a certified EAL facilitator, but a knowledge keeper and renowned artist bringing the stories...
$20
Corn Husk Dolls: Story & Craft
Offsite Partner Events
Participants of all ages will learn the story behind one of history’s oldest toys, the corn husk doll. They will learn the importance of community through these dolls. After talking...
Corn Husk Dolls: Story & Craft
Offsite Partner Events
Participants of all ages will learn the story behind one of history’s oldest toys, the corn husk doll. They will learn the importance of community through these dolls. After talking...
Pow Wow FitNish with Amanda Fox
Celebration Stage
The Pow Wow Workout is a 45-minute high-intensity fitness class that blends powwow dance steps with traditional and contemporary powwow music in a fun, follow-along format. Led by Amanda Fox,...
Siqiniup Qilauta Inuit Throat Singers
Celebration Stage
Siqiniup Qilauta, meaning “the sun’s drum,” is an Ottawa-based musical group named after a traditional Inuit legend symbolizing good luck. The group showcases traditional and contemporary Inuit throat singing, drum...
Métis Jigging with Brad Lafortune
Celebration Stage
Brad Lafortune, a proud Métis from Sudbury, Ontario, is a physiotherapist in Ottawa who shares his culture through Métis jigging workshops and performances, including with MASC’s Artists in the Classroom....
Rabbit & Bear Paws Puppet Show
Celebration Stage
Rabbit and Bear Paws present comical, educational, and interactive puppet shows for all ages. On Saturday, join them for Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Way, a lively retelling of the...
World Champion Hoop Dancer Scott Sinquah
Celebration Stage
Witness the incredible talent of 2023 Heard Museum Hoop Dance Adult World Champion, Scott Sinquah. Rooted in healing ceremonies and cultural traditions, hoop dance is a powerful art form shared...
Chanelle Munroe – Métis Magician
Celebration Stage
Chanelle Munroe, the world’s only professional female Métis magician, blends storytelling and illusion to celebrate Indigenous culture. A trailblazer in a male-dominated industry, she empowers audiences—especially young girls—through performances that...
Rabbit & Bear Paws Puppet Show
Celebration Stage
Rabbit and Bear Paws present comical, educational, and interactive puppet shows for all ages. On Saturday, join them for Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Way, a lively retelling of the...
Janet McCue & Conundrum
Celebration Stage
Experience a powerful performance on the “Conundrum,” a unique instrument created by visual artist David Hynes, as Janet McCue of Curve Lake First Nation is joined by her family. Originally...
Algonquin Elvis Impersonator Justin Francois
Celebration Stage
Justin Francois is a professional, award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist and a fan favourite across Canada and the U.S. Known for his remarkable resemblance to Elvis Presley and his dynamic performances...
Janet McCue & Conundrum
Celebration Stage
Experience a powerful performance on the “Conundrum,” a unique instrument created by visual artist David Hynes, as Janet McCue of Curve Lake First Nation is joined by her family. Originally...
World Champion Hoop Dancer Scott Sinquah
Celebration Stage
Witness the incredible talent of 2023 Heard Museum Hoop Dance Adult World Champion, Scott Sinquah. Rooted in healing ceremonies and cultural traditions, hoop dance is a powerful art form shared...
Métis Jigging with Brad Lafortune
Celebration Stage
Brad Lafortune, a proud Métis from Sudbury, Ontario, is a physiotherapist in Ottawa who shares his culture through Métis jigging workshops and performances, including with MASC’s Artists in the Classroom....
Siqiniup Qilauta Inuit Throat Singers
Celebration Stage
Siqiniup Qilauta, meaning “the sun’s drum,” is an Ottawa-based musical group named after a traditional Inuit legend symbolizing good luck. The group showcases traditional and contemporary Inuit throat singing, drum...
Pow Wow FitNish with Amanda Fox
Celebration Stage
The Pow Wow Workout is a 45-minute high-intensity fitness class that blends powwow dance steps with traditional and contemporary powwow music in a fun, follow-along format. Led by Amanda Fox,...
Siqiniup Qilauta Inuit Throat Singers
Celebration Stage
Siqiniup Qilauta, meaning “the sun’s drum,” is an Ottawa-based musical group named after a traditional Inuit legend symbolizing good luck. The group showcases traditional and contemporary Inuit throat singing, drum...
Métis Jigging with Brad Lafortune
Celebration Stage
Brad Lafortune, a proud Métis from Sudbury, Ontario, is a physiotherapist in Ottawa who shares his culture through Métis jigging workshops and performances, including with MASC’s Artists in the Classroom....
Rabbit & Bear Paws Puppet Show
Celebration Stage
Rabbit and Bear Paws present comical, educational, and interactive puppet shows for all ages. On Saturday, join them for Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Way, a lively retelling of the...
World Champion Hoop Dancer Scott Sinquah
Celebration Stage
Witness the incredible talent of 2023 Heard Museum Hoop Dance Adult World Champion, Scott Sinquah. Rooted in healing ceremonies and cultural traditions, hoop dance is a powerful art form shared...
Janet McCue & Conundrum
Celebration Stage
Experience a powerful performance on the “Conundrum,” a unique instrument created by visual artist David Hynes, as Janet McCue of Curve Lake First Nation is joined by her family. Originally...
Siqiniup Qilauta Inuit Throat Singers
Celebration Stage
Siqiniup Qilauta, meaning “the sun’s drum,” is an Ottawa-based musical group named after a traditional Inuit legend symbolizing good luck. The group showcases traditional and contemporary Inuit throat singing, drum...
Métis Jigging with Brad Lafortune
Celebration Stage
Brad Lafortune, a proud Métis from Sudbury, Ontario, is a physiotherapist in Ottawa who shares his culture through Métis jigging workshops and performances, including with MASC’s Artists in the Classroom....