School Schedule

Wednesday, September 30th, 2026

Bell Park, Sudbury

 

8:30 a.m. Sacred Fire
Sacred Fire will remain lit throughout the day to honor the resilience and memory of Anishnawbek* survivors, their families, and communities.
9:30 a.m. Student Arrival
10:00 a.m. Opening Remarks
Young Thunderbirds Drum circle and Elder Gloria Oshkabewisens-McGregor
10:05 a.m. Introduction
Dr. Joseph LeBlanc, Chair of the Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre Board of Directors
10:10 a.m. MC Announcement
Grades 4-6 transition to the Miners Field Activity Stations
10:15 a.m. Boys with Braids and Long Hair Teachings
Presented by Perry McLeod-Shabogesic
10:45 a.m. MC Announcement
Grades 7-9 transition to the Miners Field Activity Stations
10:50 a.m. Smudging Teachings
Presented by Nimkee Wemigwans
11:35 a.m. MC Announcement
Grades 10-12 transition to the Miners Field Activity Stations
11:40 a.m. Powwow Dance
Demonstration by Anishinaabe children and teens, with teachings on each category dance style
12:20 p.m. Closing
Closing remarks by Elder Maryann Endanawas
1:00 p.m. Student Departure


10:00 a.m. –
10:45 a.m.

10:45 a.m. –
10:50 a.m.

10:50 a.m. –
11:35 a.m.

11:35 a.m. –
11:40 a.m.

11:40 a.m. –
12:15 p.m.

12:20 p.m.

Grades
4-6

Elementary Activity Stations

Groups transition to next area

Main Stage

Groups transition to next area

Main Stage, Central Stations and lunch

Everyone to Main Stage for closing and departure

Grades
7-9

Main Stage

High School Activity Stations

Main Stage, Central Stations and lunch

Grades
10-12

Main Stage

Main Stage, Central Stations and lunch

High School Activity Stations

* The term ‘Anishnawbek’ specifically refers to the Anishinaabe people, including groups such as the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi. Using this term honors their distinct cultural, historical, and linguistic identity, promoting respect and recognition for their unique heritage and contributions. The Anishnawbek also recognize the vast nations of original people in what is now called Canada.