The Kelowna Metis Rendezvous was held on June 21 to celebrate National Indigenous People91裸聊视频檚 Day.
Stuart Park in downtown Kelowna was buzzing with people from 11 a.m to 4 p.m.
Executive Director of the Metis Nation of B.C. Nikki McCrimmon said that although it was hosted by the Metis Society the day is about celebrating all nations.
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The event included medicinal tents to learn about local medicines, smudging areas, and lots of jigging, a dance specific to Metis culture.
91裸聊视频淚t91裸聊视频檚 important for the non-Indigenous community to see how we celebrate and what it looks like and how important the land is to our culture and to Indigenous people.91裸聊视频�
The day also had activities for the kids including a bouncy slide, face painting, and sidewalk chalk. Adults could try their hand at axe throwing with Axe Monkeys.
Free lunch of chilli and bannock was offered to all attendees.
91裸聊视频淚 was raised to be a proud Metis person and I absolutely am that,91裸聊视频� McCrimmon said. 91裸聊视频淚 think our culture is very holistic and that91裸聊视频檚 why I love days like today so we can showcase what that looks like.91裸聊视频�
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