Vol. 10 No. 31
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A deeper look into Scugog Island Pow Wow Highland Games return to Uxbridge
Throngs of dancers took to the Pow Wow grounds and danced during an inter-tribal on Saturday, July 19 at the 18th annual Mississaugas of Scugog Island Pow Wow. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: Pow Wow is far more than a social gathering and celebration of culture - every drum beat, dance step and stitched bead holds much more than what meets the eye. The 18th annual Scugog Island Pow Wow, held this past weekend on July 19 and 20, is a modern day potlatch - an event when dif-
ferent tribes gather, bring gifts, and celebrate First Nations and Anishinabek culture. The 2014 edition of the Pow Wow is a milestone date, taking place 250 years after the Treaty of Niagara was signed in 1764. The Treaty, signed between Sir William Johnson for The Crown and more than 25 First Nations, decreed that portions of land around the Niagara basin (previ-
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ously held by the French) were to be set aside as hunting grounds and land for the First Nations. It was the beginning of a long and complicated relationship between the British Crown and the First Nations, and plays an important role in the history and heritage of Canada. Hoping to gain some insight to the rich and spiritual traditions of Native ceremony, dance, and
Saturday August 2nd
Beatles with Bodan starting at 8:30
NORTH DURHAM: Dust off your kilts, because the Highlands of Durham Games are returning to Uxbridge’s Elgin Park this weekend. On Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27 the picturesque park will be transformed into a wee bit of Scotland for the 19th annual edition of event. There is a full slate of events throughout the weekend including the popular heavy events for men and women, which include: the hammer throw, caber toss, stone toss and weight throw. As well, Highland dancers from around the province will gather at Elgin Park for a number of competitions. In addition, there is an excellent line-up of live entertainment at the Rotary Bandshell and pipe bands, as well as food, vendors selling all things British and activities for kids. The Highlands of Durham Games also act as an important fundraiser for a number of community charities including Canadian Tire Jumpstart, 1st Port Perry Scouts, Bonner Boys, the Foster Memorial, Teen Start and the Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario. For more information about the 2014 Highlands of Durham Games, visit the Games’ web site at www.highlandsofdurhamgames.com.
regalia - a symbolic portion of tobacco was passed between two left hands. The Standard was given an opportunity to speak with a cross section of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island - Elder Harold Ashweke, Chief Kelly LaRocca, and Mr. Bernard Nelson, lead dancer and Pow Wow veteran. Far from just a fashion show, the intense colours, intricate beading and assortment of bau-
Saturday August 15th Juice with special guest Mumbai Standstill $7 cover (or $5 with a
bles which make up a dancer’s unique clothing is a way of visual story telling. Each and every piece is often earned or gifted in some way, and tells a story about that person’s clan, spirit name, origins or dreams - regalia is often assembled over an entire lifetime, and would take just as long to thoroughly explain. T U R N TO PAG E 1 0
Thursday August 7th
Open Mic with Bodan
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