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Saturday 25th june 2023
Eager crowds usually gather this weekend across Quebec to watch a fabulous fireworks display for St-Jean-Baptiste Day, but this year the sky will remain dark because of the record wildfire season.
Wednesday 21st june 2023
Every year on June 21, people gather across the country to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, with ceremonies, music, dancing, and food. The day honours the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
WEDNESDAY 21ST june 2023
CityNews Interview About National Indigenous People's Day at SSIF
Sam Laprade speaks with an Indigenous Experiences cultural ambassador about what to expect at SSIF this National Indigenous People’s Day.
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Tuesday 20th june 2023
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival - media advisory June 21
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (SSIF) kicks off on National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) – June 21 with a spectacular drone show
SATURDAY 17th june 2023
Tracey Lynne Towedo talks about her hand-made jewelry, which will also be available at this year’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival.
WEDNESDAY 14th june 2023
Trina Mather Simard tells us what we can expect at this year’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival.
THURSDAY 8th june 2023
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival is bringing together Indigenous artists, performers, educators, students and community members to celebrate the diverse cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.
THURSDAY 8th june 2023
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards (SSIMA) took place at the National Arts Center in-person for the very first time since its inception on June 6th.
Wednesday 7th june 2023
Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards Shine Spotlight on First Nation, Metis, and Inuit Artists
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards (SSIMA) at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa this Tuesday put the long overdue spotlight on the Indigenous artists that have always graced the stages of Turtle Island.
Wednesday 7th june 2023
Aysanabee, Snotty Nose Rez Kids lead 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Award winners
Logan Staats, Digging Roots and more also took home trophies at the 2nd bi-annual event
Tuesday 6th june 2023
2023 SSIMAs Winners Announced
Triple win for Aysanabee Blue Moon Marquee and Snotty Nose Rez Kids walk away with two Andrea Menard takes Métis Artist/Group of the Year
Tuesday 6th june 2023
Ottawa Morning with Robyn Bresnahan
It’s not even Summer Solstice yet: but 2023 is Aysanabee’s year
Monday 5th june 2023
First in-person Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards tonight at the NAC
Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Aysanabee’s album Watin features his grandfather’s voice as interludes to his soulful concept music.
friday 2nd june 2023
All in a Day with Alan Neal
Marking the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
**LIVE on air at 3:15 with Neewa
friday 2nd june 2023
Daytime Ottawa
Anishinaabe activist, artist, broadcaster and content creator Sarain Fox previews this year’s upcoming Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards.
THURSDAY 1st june 2023
Things to do the first week of June: Celebrate Indigenous excellence, snack on Asian street food or dance the salsa with Cafe Cubano
THURSDAY 1st june 2023
There are lots of fantastic events, activities, and more to experience this June 21! Here’s everything you need to plan your day.
tuesday 30th may 2023
Friday may 26th june 2023
SSIF NR #4 Festival Program English
Indigenous Music and Métis Art and Culture take Centre Stage at the 2023 Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival co hosted by Métis National Council
Friday may 26th june 2023
The SSIMAs Awards Performers Revealed
Six time nominee Aysanabee hits the NAC stage alongside talented Indigenous Performers from Across Canada
WEDNESDAY 17th MAY 2023
Aysanabee leads with six nominations, Snotty Nose Rez Kids follow with five
TUESDAY 16th MAY 2023
Aysanabee leads with six nominations, Snotty Nose Rez Kids follow with five
SUNDAY 19th june 2022
National Indigenous Peoples Day also coincides with the Summer Solstice Festival.
TUESDAY 21st june 2022
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is the first time since 2019 that the festival has had a live component.
TUESDAY 21ST june 2022
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, now in its 26th year, started this year’s run at a new home, Mādahòkì Farm.
TUESDAY 21ST june 2022
For the first time in two years, the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival presented by Rio Tinto is returning to in-person programming.
MONDAY 20TH june 2022
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival is taking place in the nation’s capital from June 21 to 26.
MONDAY 20TH june 2022
Mādahòkì Farm is Canada’s only Indigenous agri-tourism destination and working farm.
MONDAY 20TH june 2022
Trina Mather-Simard interview with Sam Laprade on CityNews
MONDAY 20TH june 2022
You can also meet special animals such as the rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses.
SUNDAY 19th june 2022
Enjoy some of Canada’s best Indigenous talent through music, dance, workshops, food and more at the free, family-friendly event.
THURSDAY 17th june 2022
Trina- Mather Simard from the Summer Solstice Festival shares some of the highlights for this year’s festival.
THURSDAY 16th june 2022
Madahoki Farm Executive Chef Paul Owl joins us with more on celebrating Father’s Day with easy to prepare meal kits.
WEDNESDAY 15th june 2022
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival takes place each June, as they celebrate and educate on Indigenous history and culture.
WEDNESDAY 15th june 2022
In English, Mãdahòkì translates to “Share the land,” the perfect epithet for this new Indigenous destination and gathering space.
SATURDAY 11th june 2022
Celebration of Indigenous arts, culture and heritage, including pow wow competitions, performances, craft and culinary workshops.
SATURDAY 11th june 2022
The heart of the festival, the pow-wow competitions, will be both virtual and live.
SATURDAY 11th june 2022
Ottawa’s festivals are bursting back after two tough pandemic years.
FRIDAY 10th june 2022
This year’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival brings music, pow wow, and knowledge sharing.
WEDNESDAY 8th june 2022
“Our goal is to try to share the culture and have as many people introduced to our talented artists and chefs as possible.”
THURSDAY 2nd june 2022
Trina Mather-Simard interview with Sam Laprade on CityNews
TUESDAY 31st may 2022
Culture, community, food, dancing, music, tradition, regalia—check out the 2022 calendar and discover where to celebrate this year.
wed 23 june 2021
Nature News
mon 21 june 2021
Powwow dancers showcase talents during virtual Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
mon 21 june 2021
In Conversation: Twin Flames Talks Awards, Reconciliation, And The Difference Between Writing An Album And A Musical
mon 21 june 2021
In Conversation: Rise Ashen of Silla and Rise Talks Healing, Bringing In A New Member, And Why He Calls Their Music “Alien Hip-Hop”
mon 21 june 2021
Ottawa Citizen.
mon 21 june 2021
Capital Current
mon 21 june 2021
CBC Ottawa Morning Live - Telling Indigenous Legends with Drones
june 2021
CTV Morning LIve - Trina speaking about overview of Festival
fri 18 june 2021
Ottawa Morning with Robyn Bresnahan: Terry and Rhonda Snow - Storytelling Workshop
fri 18 june 2021
CBC Chef Billy Alexander: Culinary Workshop
june 2021
CTV Morning Live - Trudy Metcalfe Coe & Daughter
june 2021
CTV News at Noon: Ojibwe Spirit Horses
Starts 18:40
Fri 18 june 2021
Operation Love Local
Krystal Cox
Operation Support Local – Astro-Knot – YouTube
Pam Cailloux
Operation Support Local – Pamela Cailloux – YouTube
Pamela Wolfe-Roberge
Operation Support Local – Ma’iingan Designs – YouTube
tue 15 JUNE 2021
CBC Toronto Project with Simon Brascoupé (one of seven artists)
sat 12 JUNE 2021
In Town and Out with Twin Flames
Sat 12 JUNE 2021
Winners announced for the Inaugural Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
thur 10 june 2021
Cover Page photo by Ashley Fraser Musical Ride – Silla and Rise Dimensions by Lynn Saxberg (page A12)
wed 9 JUNE 2021
All in a Day – D is for Dinner
wed 9 JUNE 2021
Cody Coyote and Jah’kota giving back to the community
Sat 5 JUNE 2021
Humour during Dark Times
sat 5 june 2021
Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
mon 31 may 2021
"Indigenous Fest begins Tuesday with online Educational Activities"
by Lynn Saxberg
sat 29 may 2021
Hour to Give with Sam Laprade
sat 29 may 2021
There’s Something for Everyone
sat 8 & 22 may 2021
Festival supports First Nations, Metis and Inuit Artisans
Sat 29 MAY 2021
"Indigenous Fest begins Tuesday with online Educational Activities"
by Lynn Saxberg
Sat 29 MAY 2021
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
Fri 28 MAY 2021
Festival and Education Days Return Next Week Starting June 1st!
tues 25 may 2021
CBC Web Page – Five Festival Highlights
Tue 25 MAY 2021
Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards celebrates artistic excellence
SAT 15 MAY 2021
Profile of Amanda Rheaume and ShoShona Kish of Digging Roots. Saturday, May 15, 2021
Tue 12 MAY 2021
Ottawa acts nominated for Indigenous music awards
Tue 12 MAY 2021
The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival Announces 2021 Nominees of The SSIMAs
Tue 12 MAY 2021
Artists From Manitoba Land Nominations for the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
Tue 12 MAY 2021
Les finalistes des premiers prix Solstice d’été pour la musique autochtone (prix SÉMA) et l’arrivée du Groupe Banque TD à titre de commanditaire principal
Tue 12 MAY 2021
2021 Nominees and TD Bank Group as New Top Sponsor of The SSIMAs
Tue 30 MAR 2021
Canada’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival extends submission deadline for INAUGURAL MUSIC AWARDS The SSIMAs
Mon 25 JAN 2021
SUBMISSIONS RESUME FOR INAUGURAL MUSIC AWARDS
TUE 24 NOV 2020
'Our people have lost considerable income:' Almonte Indigenous business urges support for virtual marketplace
THU 12 NOV 2020
Summer Solstice Indigenous (Virtual) Marketplace Re-Opens
MON 22 JUNE 2020
National Indigenous Peoples Day goes virtual amid pandemic restrictions
Coronavirus Update: WHO reports largest single-day increase in global cases
SUN 21 JUNE 2020
National Indigenous Peoples Day goes virtual amid pandemic restrictions
'More than a festival': National Indigenous Peoples Day goes virtual amid pandemic restrictions
SAT 20 JUNE 2020
Canadian First Nations celebrate the longest day with a Social Distance Pow Wow
THU 18 JUNE 2020
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at home this weekend
WED 17 JUNE 2020
Personal Acts of Reconciliation
MON 15 JUNE 2020
National Indigenous History Month: Simple and personal acts of reconciliation
MON 14 JUNE 2020
Make your own cedar wildberry chai
WED 10 JUNE 2020
All in a Day with Alan Neal - D is for Tree Teas
Events you won’t want to miss at this year’s SSIF
TUE 2 JUNE 2020
5 highlights on the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival schedule
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival goes virtual this June
MON 1 JUNE 2020
This year’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival is going virtual
FRI 29 JUNE 2020
