National Indigenous People’s Day Kistapinânihk
Kistapinânihk is the original Cree word for the Prince Albert area meaning ‘Great Meeting Place.’
And that’s exactly what the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) hopes to create along the riverbank Wednesday – a meeting place for Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike to celebrate and learn.
The Government of Canada officially recognized June 21st as National Indigenous People’s Day in 1996. It’s a way to honour Indigenous heritage, diversity, and cultures as well as the outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples throughout the country.
But for event organizer Shane Bird, its also an opportunity to build awareness and educate. Bird is the Healing on the Land coordinator for PAGC Holistic Wellness.