annual TRADITIONAL Pow wow

Schedule
THURSDAY
6:00AM | SUNRISE CEREMONY

SATURDAY
12:00PM | GRAND ENTRY
1:00PM | DANCER REGISTRATION CLOSES
5:00PM | FEAST
7:00PM | EVENING GRAND ENTRY

​SUNDAY
12:00PM | GRAND ENTRY
4:00PM | CLOSING CEREMONY

FEATURING
HOST DRUM
CO-HOST DRUM
ARENA DIRECTOR
EMCEE
HEAD VETERAN
SPIRITUAL ADVISOR
HEAD DANCER
HEAD DANCER
HEAD YOUTH DANCER
HEAD YOUTH DANCER

DRUM GROUPS
For drums interested in joining us, please contact Monica McGregor at (705)-356-1621, ext. 2217.
Honorariums
Daily Registration is required to be eligible for honorariums. ​Singers and dancers must register by 1:00 pm on Saturday and be in full regalia at the time of registration to qualify. 
Vendor registration
For individuals and businesses who would like to register or inquire about being a food or craft vendor at our pow wow, please contact Kathleen!
Please complete and submit the form to:
Re: Vendor Registration
Kathleen Lofstrom, Chief & Council Admin. Assistant
cncsecretary@mississaugi.com

We do not allow alcohol, drugs, or pets on the Pow Wow grounds at any time.

​Please contact us at (705) 356-1621 with any questions.

​Miigwech!

POW-WOW F.A.Q

Location
The MFN pow wow grounds are located on Maxs Road, within the Mississauga First Nation territory (near Blind River, Ontario) off of Highway 557. Signage will be posted along major routes to help guide visitors to the event. Please refer to the above map for the exact location.
Admission
Admission is free for all attendees, and everyone is welcome! We encourage individuals from all communities to join us in celebrating and supporting our culture .
Parking
Parking is free! Visitors are asked to follow signage and the instructions of staff indicating where they are to park. Do not drive through the vendor alley unless advised to do so by staff. Special accommodations will be made for elders and those requiring more accessible options.
Camping
Camping is permitted in designated areas. Signage will be posted indicating where individuals may camp or park an RV.
  • Camping spots do not have electricity, plan accordingly.
  • Please note that fire bans may happen when you choose to visit, and all guests will need to adhere to any restrictions that may be in place.
Amenities
  • Portable toilets will be placed on the grounds during the pow wow weekend.
  • Our grounds are located on a beautiful body of water where swimming is permitted, though this area is not monitored by staff or volunteers and individuals are responsible for their own safety and the safety of their children and loved ones.
  • Showers will be available for individuals at our Sports Complex (43 Park Road) during the following hours:
    • Saturday 6am - 1am & 6pm - 9pm
    • Sunday 6am- 10am
Seating & Shade
There are benches located around the outside of the arbor area, but shade and seating are limited. We encourage visitors to bring seating and their own forms of shade.
Food & Water
Vendors will be selling food and beverages throughout the day. Water stations or bottled water will be available, and we recommend that you bring a reusable water bottle, dishes, and cutlery.

Our community feast is held at 5pm on Saturday.
Shopping & Goods
Vendors selling many different types of goods will be set up for the duration of the pow wow. Please make sure to bring cash, as most vendors will not be able to accept debit or credit!
Etiquette
  • As stated above, our pow wow grounds are a drug and alcohol free zone.
  • We ask that pets not be brought to the pow wow, but recognize and welcome service animals.
  • Please do not carry children/babies within the pow wow circle.
  • Anishinabek Nation's 2022 pow wow guide has a glossary of terms as well as other etiquette items on pages 21 & 22. Click here to open the guide.
Photography
  • Please do not take photos of dancers or other attendees/staff without their permission. Listen to the direction of the MC for times when photographs are not permitted.
  • Mississauga First Nation employees and volunteers may take photographs during the pow wow. By attending, you recognize that your photo may be used and redistributed by Mississauga First Nation in the future.