MITT hosting second annual Pow Wow on Friday, April 12

Originally posted: March 15, 2024

MITT is excited to host its second annual Pow Wow, a special event honouring the achievements of Indigenous graduates in a traditional way. It is an opportunity to learn about Indigenous culture, connect with the community, and have fun.

The event will celebrate Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) students who have completed or will be completing an MITT program in 2024.

Pow Wow will begin with a pipe ceremony led by Knowledge Keeper Lori Hart, followed by the Grand Entry led by MC Ray (Coco) Stevenson and Arena Director Marcel French.

There will be drumming and dancing throughout the day, and Indigenous vendors and crafters will be onsite selling a variety of items, from jewelry to artwork. Vendor space is available and dancers will receive an honorarium. Drum group participation by invitation only.

Graduating students will be honoured at 2 p.m. and the program will conclude with a feast at 5 p.m.

Details

Friday, April 12, 2024

Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology
Henlow Campus, 130 Henlow Bay, Winnipeg

Event Program

11 a.m. Pipe Ceremony
Noon Grand Entry
2 p.m. Honouring of Graduates
5 p.m. Feast

Join us in celebrating our Indigenous students’ journeys and accomplishments. Everyone is welcome to attend!

For information, questions, and vendor inquiries, email Rhonda.Klippenstein@mitt.ca.

If you are an Indigenous student who has completed or will be completing an MITT program in 2024 and would like to be honoured at the event, please contact Rhonda Klippenstein.