Manitobans celebrate cultural inheritance as country marks 30th National Indigenous Peoples Day

Manitobans celebrate cultural inheritance as country marks 30th National Indigenous Peoples Day

Families dressed in traditional regalia and danced at the Wáhkóhtowin powwow at The Forks in the afternoon. The event was among several activities, performances and cultural experiences taking place in Manitoba this weekend as part of festivities held annually during the summer solstice.

Thousands celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day

Drums and song filled Winnipeg’s downtown Sunday as thousands gathered at The Forks to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day and while festivities continued late into the evening, some in attendance said the event’s importance spans generations.