Renfrew residents join in a social round dance at the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation event on September 30th, 2023.
Renfrew residents will have the multiple chances to celebrate and honour National Indigenous Peoples Day over the weekend.
Town staff are partnering with the Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation for a two-day community event at Ma-te-Way Park starting this Friday, June 20th at 4:00 p.m. featuring and educational session on the various types of indigenous dancing with Sonny Robbins and the Wisakedjak Drummers.
Then, the Kitchi Sibi Women Drummers will welcome guests back to the park on Saturday at 10:00 a.m., alongside an Indigenous Crafts session and a barbeque lunch.
Both the town and the BAFN welcome the community to share in the culture, stories, and spirit of the Indigenous Peoples of this land.
(written by Kasey Egan)