Mi'Kmaq Elder and internationally respected birch bark canoe builder, Todd Labrador, will be launching a custom made birch bark canoe at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site as part of their "The Canoes are Coming" event on June 20th. Birch bark canoe owners are invited to join in on this historic paddle along Kejimkujik Lake, or bring their own regalia and hand-drums and follow the procession of canoes along the lakeshore with drums beating and people singing.
Everything starts at about 10 a.m. in the Visitor Centre. Traditional Craftspeople will be showcasing and selling their Mi'kmaq crafts during the event. At the close of the event the public is invited to enjoy a traditional feast at Merrymakedge beach. For those interested in staying a while at Kejimkujik, campground spaces have been reserved. The Todd Labrador birch bark canoe, hand built by locals, will be part of a new exhibit in the Kejimkujik Visitor Centre. This exhibit will feature the national historic site and the history of Mi'kmaq canoeing. The canoe will be added to the exhibit after the day of ceremony and its launch on June 20. For more information, call the Park at (902) 682-2772.
On Saturday afternoon, White Point Beach Resort will host a hands-on traditional craft-making program with local Mi'kmaq artisans as part of the National Aboriginal Day Theme Weekend program in cooperation with interpreters from Acadia First Nation. For more information call 1.800.565.5068.
On Sunday June 21st from 1 - 5pm, Acadia First Nation is hosting "Kepapskitk Gathering" on the shores of the Mersey River in Milton. Enjoy an afternoon in celebration of the Mi'kmaw culture and heritage and Summer Solstice featuring an Artisan Market, Master of Ceremonies- Aboriginal Comedian Candy Palmater, performance by Bear River Band Windsong, Drumming by Sipu Drummers and Ki'ju Boys, and traditional Dancing including women and men's traditional, fancy shawl, jingle dress, and hoop. Admission for the Gathering is free. For more information, contact Lisa at lisafrancis@acadiafirstnation.ca.
Indeed there is much taking place this year on the South Shore for National Aboriginal Day. Join in the celebrations and learn more at www.whitepoint.com
Celebrate National Aboriginal Day on the South Shore and Keji
On June 21st, National Aboriginal Day, Aboriginal communities across Canada will be celebrating their culture and heritage and here on Nova Scotia's South Shore - everyone is invited to join in. There are a variety of events taking place throughout the upcoming weekend; immerse yourself in the rich and dynamic cultural heritage of our First Nation Communities with Events at Kejimkujik National Park, in Milton with Acadia First Nation and at White Point Beach Resort.
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