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  • Aug 7 - 9 2026: Caldwell First Nation 2nd Annual Competition Pow Wow


    August 7 - 9, 2026

    Caldwell First Nation Reserve, Mersea Road 1, Leamington

    Mersea Road 1 (beside Caldwell Gas & Variety)

    Everyone is welcome.

    $10 admission fee. Seniors $5. Children 4-8 free.

    Grand entries:

    Friday August 7, 6:00 PM

    Saturday August 8, 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM

    Sunday August 10, 12:00 PM

    No pets. Drug & alcohol free event. Bring a lawn chair. Security on-site 24 hours.


    Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette:

    A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training

    Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training

    Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate


    August 7 - 9, 2026

    Caldwell First Nation Reserve, Mersea Road 1, Leamington

    Mersea Road 1 (beside Caldwell Gas & Variety)

    Everyone is welcome.

    $10 admission fee. Seniors $5. Children 4-8 free.

    Grand entries:

    Friday August 7, 6:00 PM

    Saturday August 8, 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM

    Sunday August 10, 12:00 PM

    No pets. Drug & alcohol free event. Bring a lawn chair. Security on-site 24 hours.


    Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette:

    A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training

    Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training

    Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate Training

    Pow Wow Guide by Full Circle Indigenous


    Tips for Attending:

    Listen to the Master of Ceremonies/Emcee – they’ll explain what’s happening to help visitors.

    Ask permission before taking pictures of people. Generally, pictures are not allowed during Grand Entry but allowed at other times, but listen to the MC for instructions.

    Use the term 'Regalia' to describe what dancers are wearing.

    Don’t touch people’s Regalia without permission. They are not costumes and hold special meaning to dancers.

    Seats closest to the dancing circle are reserved for singers, dancers, and drummers.

    Respect that some sections set aside for those with mobility issues to sit with mobile chairs or walkers.

    Support the vendors. Some vendors may have interact or etransfer options, but please make sure you have cash on hand as well.

    Outdoor settings are sometimes uneven so watch your footing.

    Sometimes bleachers are available for people, but it never hurts to bring a chair with you.

    Leave pets at home.

    Don’t bring alcohol or drugs.

    Listen for 'Round' or 'Intertribal' dances - times where people of all Nations and without Regalia are usually welcome to join in.

    Have fun!

  • Sept 12 - 13, 2026: Harvest Moon Pow Wow

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    Dgwaagig Pii-maadoongeng Dibik Giizis

    "Harvest Moon Pow-Wow"

    September 12 and 13, 2026

    Highbanks Park, Bkejwanong Territory, Walpole Island


    For more information visit the Walpole Island First Nation website or the Dgwaagig Pii-maadoongeng Dibik Giizis Facebook Page.


    Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette:

    A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Pow Wow Guide by Full Circle Indigenous(External link)


    Tips for Attending:

    Listen to the Master of Ceremonies/Emcee – they’ll explain what’s happening

    Dgwaagig Pii-maadoongeng Dibik Giizis

    "Harvest Moon Pow-Wow"

    September 12 and 13, 2026

    Highbanks Park, Bkejwanong Territory, Walpole Island


    For more information visit the Walpole Island First Nation website or the Dgwaagig Pii-maadoongeng Dibik Giizis Facebook Page.


    Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette:

    A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Pow Wow Guide by Full Circle Indigenous(External link)


    Tips for Attending:

    Listen to the Master of Ceremonies/Emcee – they’ll explain what’s happening to help visitors.

    Ask permission before taking pictures of people. Generally, pictures are not allowed during Grand Entry but allowed at other times, but listen to the MC for instructions.

    Use the term 'Regalia' to describe what dancers are wearing.

    Don’t touch people’s Regalia without permission. They are not costumes and hold special meaning to dancers.

    Seats closest to the dancing circle are reserved for singers, dancers, and drummers.

    Respect that some sections set aside for those with mobility issues to sit with mobile chairs or walkers.

    Support the vendors. Some vendors may have interact or etransfer options, but please make sure you have cash on hand as well.

    Outdoor settings are sometimes uneven so watch your footing.

    Sometimes bleachers are available for people, but it never hurts to bring a chair with you.

    Leave pets at home.

    Don’t bring alcohol or drugs.

    Listen for 'Round' or 'Intertribal' dances - times where people of all Nations and without Regalia are usually welcome to join in.

    Have fun!