Fort York
Fort York is a site in Toronto.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- July 2015: The site hosted the 14th annual Na-Me-Res Pow Wow in 2015 after the event outgrew its previous location. The location provided increased space for dancers and artisans and helped increase attendance through promotion. The venue hosted an Aboriginal Arts Festival featuring music and storytelling in the days leading up to the Pow Wow.[2]
- July 2015: The fort was built on the traditional territory of the Mississauga of the New Credit. It serves as the host location for the Aboriginal Pavilion during the 2015 Pan American Games. The site is accessible via the Bathurst Street streetcar and features a large white tent for performances.[3]
- July 2017: The site has partnered with Na Me Res for three years as of 2017 to host their growing annual pow wow. It presented the Indigenous Arts Festival from June 21 to 25, 2017. Staff at the location assist with the setup of the Na Me Res Pow Wow.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Na Me Res annual pow wow grows and draws large crowd in Toronto", Anishinabek News, 20 July 2017 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Pow-wows are about sharing", Anishinabek News, 2 July 2015 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Aboriginal Pavilion: A ‘do not miss’ Pan Am celebration", Anishinabek News, 20 July 2015 (archived copy; original article).