photo credit Ted Grant
WINNIPEG, MB – The University of Winnipeg is honoured to be partnering with the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council and Manito Ahbee to present and host the INAUGURAL DOTC First Nations Pavilion in The University of Winnipeg’s Riddell Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, which runs until August 7, 2010 as part of Folklorama 2010.
This air-conditioned pavilion shares the diversity of First Nations communities and will immerse visitors in a rich cultural experience with weekday shows at 6:45 pm, 8:15 pm and 9:45 pm and with Saturday shows at 5:00 pm, 6:45 pm, 8:15 pm and 9:45 pm.
Entertainment
Entertainment highlights of the pavilion include the renowned Walking Wolf Singers and Dancers with Ray Stevenson and Rhonda James, who have performed internationally (Italy, Mexico and United States) and performer Melvin Starr, who has danced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. A traditional dance troupe highlights genres of Pow Wow dancing such as Grass Dance, Jingle Dress and Fancy Shawl.
Culinary Delights
The pavilion also features culinary delights created by UWinnipeg’s Diversity Catering Chef Ben Kramer (Winnipeg’s Iron Chef 2010). Kramer’s menu includes bison stew, elk burgers and smokies, bannock and jam and mixed berry crumble. Diversity is committed to using fresh, authentic local ingredients in its simplest natural form creating an ideal family friendly venue that is alcohol free.
Our Commitment to First Nations
“UWinnipeg’s partnership with DOTC and Manito Ahbee echoes our commitment to First Nations communities,” said Dr. Lloyd Axworthy, UWinnipeg’s President & Vice-Chancellor. “As an urban campus, we are known as a meeting place that encourages the community, the arts and academia to come together. Education through the sharing of culture is an engaging and interactive way to learn.”
UWinnipeg is also participating in three other pavilions at Folklorama by co-sponsoring the India Pavilion at the Heather Curling Club, and will also have a presence with information booths at the Philippine Pavilion Nayong, Pilipino at Tec Voc School and Pearl of the Orient, Philippine Pavilion, at R.B. Russell School. UWinnipeg’s involvement in Folklorama reflects our ongoing outreach program that encourages post-secondary education for everyone.
Folklorama promotes the ethno-cultural diversity of Manitoba through entertainment, public celebrations of culture and education. For information visit http://www.folklorama.ca
