The City of Mediicne Hat is holding several events for National Indigenous Peoples Day, including a themed block party downtown. Eli J. Ridder/CHAT News

By Eli J. Ridder

WHAT'S ON

Here’s how Medicine Hat is celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

Jun 21, 2024 | 4:25 PM

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on June 21.

There are several events taking place Friday and Saturday. Here is what’s on:

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City ceremony

Medicine Hat City Hall, free to attend

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The City of Medicine Hat is holding a formal ceremony to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day on Friday.

The ceremony runs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Helen Beny Lounge at City Hall.

It will include a blessing from Kainai Elder Charlie Fox, according to an event description.

Mayor Linnsie Clark will also about how the city is working to celebrate Indigeneity.

HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED: Medicine Hat marks National Indigenous Peoples Day

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Downtown block party

Towne Square, free to attend

The theme of the weekly block party at Towne Square will be Celebrating Indigeneity this Saturday.

From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., attendees can enjoy local Indigenous vendors, participate in story sharing, join a drum circle and watch a ribbon skirt fashion show.

Participants can also learn from Elder Charlie Fox about proper protocol when meeting an Elder, the significance of his headdress and the presentation of tobacco.

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Teepee display

Kin Park, free to attend

The Saamis Employment and Training Association is hosting a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on Friday.

The event starts at 4 p.m. and will feature teepee displays, demonstration powwow, local drummers, metis jiggers, traditional dance, organizers say.

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