Live performances added to the atmosphere during the BRT6HC annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration on June 20, 2025. (Image Credit: File photo/battlefordsNOW Staff)

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Treaty 6 at 150: Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations set for the Battlefords

Jun 17, 2026 | 5:13 PM

Residents across the Battlefords will have several opportunities to celebrate Indigenous culture, history and community over the coming days as organizations across the region host events marking National Indigenous Peoples Day and the 150th anniversary of Treaty 6.

The celebrations begin Thursday at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford with a traditional powwow held in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Grand Entry is scheduled for 11 a.m. on the grounds of the Heritage Farm and Village. Organizers say the event will feature traditional drumming, dancing competitions and food and artisan vendors. Powwow categories include Tiny Tots, Children, Youth, Golden Age, Adult Women and Adult Men.

Admission is free, with donations accepted in support of Miwasin Kikinaw.

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The following day, on Saturday, the Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre will host a National Indigenous Peoples Day pancake breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The event will include greetings from the health centre and invited dignitaries, performances by dancers from Sweetgrass First Nation and Sakewew School, music by Kaycee and Lance, and a headline performance by Terri-Ann Strongarm.

Little Pine dancers are also scheduled to perform, while the Horse Trail Drum Group and Singers from Poundmaker Cree Nation will provide drumming and singing throughout the morning.

(Image Credit: Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre)

Celebrations continue June 20 at Fort Battleford National Historic Site with a Treaty 6 150th Commemoration event running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The gathering will open with a Grand Entry, Elder’s prayer and opening ceremony. Organizers say the event will feature cultural performances, storytelling, Treaty 6 teachings, activities for children and teens, and an outdoor market featuring art, crafts and food vendors.

A complimentary hot dog lunch will also be available while quantities last.

The event is intended to recognize both National Indigenous Peoples Day and the 150th anniversary of Treaty 6, which was signed in 1876.

(Image Credit: Office of the Treaty Commissioner)

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by battlefordsNOW Staff

Treaty 6 at 150: Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations set for the Battlefords

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