New Westminster marked the 2024 edition of National Indigenous Peoples Day with a celebration hosted in collaboration with the Spirit of the Children Society, Qayqayt First Nation and the City of New Westminster at Moody Park on Friday, June 21.
Master of Ceremonies Ernie Cardinal opened the day, which was kicked off with a grand entry.
Twelve-year-old Carly Bruyere of Richmond performs a women’s fancy shawl dance.
The Spirit of the Children Society’s Canoe, Water Eater, was on display.
David Whitebean of the Wild Moccasin Dancers leads the tiny tots in a dance.
G̱algapola dancers performed, and then led the crowd in a dance.
The Waceya Métis Society fiddlers perform.
