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Dancing to the drums on Indigenous Peoples' Day in Lloydminster.
Dancing to the drums on Indigenous Peoples' Day in Lloydminster. | File Photo: Gerry Lampow 106.1 The Goat/Vista Radio
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Indigenous Peoples Day at Lloydminster Native Friendship Centre, June 21

Gerry Lampow
By Gerry Lampow

The calendar date of June 21 is perpetually engraved as Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada and the Lloydminster Native Friendship Centre has special activities planned for the occasion.

“This day holds deep meaning for Indigenous communities across the country. It is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the rich history, diverse cultures, languages, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Falling on the summer solstice, the longest and most powerful day of the year, this date is especially significant. For many Indigenous cultures, it symbolizes renewal, hope, and a new season of life,” says Deborah Munroe, Executive Director, Lloydminster Native Friendship Centre.

Activities begin with lunch at noon, followed by an afternoon of cultural programming including Powwow and Jig dancing. Activities conclude with dinner starting at 5:30 p.m.

Indigenous Peoples Day Poster
Indigenous Peoples Day Poster. | Photo: Lloydminster Native Friendship Centre.

There is also an artisan market that will be on during the entire day.

Indigenous Peoples Day artisan market poster
Indigenous Peoples Day artisan market poster. | Photo: Lloydminster Native Friendship Centre.

The day wraps up about 7:30 p.m.

Gerry Lampow
Gerry Lampow
Gerry has lived in Lloydminster since winter 2010. That detail is important as coming from the Caribbean he did not see green grass until May. Now an Alberta/Western Canada resident, you would be hard-pressed to find a stronger proponent of Lloydminster than the news guy that appreciates a healthy dose of rock music and dress code leather. His mantra is focus on one thing and do it well.

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