Indigenous Winter Market: craftsmanship, a means of bringing people together
Indigenous Winter Market at parc national d'Oka
Photos and video courtesy of ISC.
In December 2023, Kanehsatà:ke Tourism and Oka National Park collaborated to launch the first ever Indigenous Winter Market. The event was a resounding success, attracting over 4,200 visitors and capturing the attention of various local media outlets.
More than 50 Indigenous artists and exhibitors from across Quebec came together in Oka National Park to celebrate and share the richness of their culture.
In addition to engaging with skilled artisans, visitors participated in a variety of introductory workshops on basketry, pyrography, and beading. They also enjoyed performances ranging from dance and traditional songs to metal and rap!
Event organizers were moved to see how eager people were to learn more about the history and cultures of Indigenous Peoples.
Browse the photos below to learn more about the event.
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Will E. Skandalz and DJ Digital Fire Obzidion performing their rap in the outdoor tent.
The beading activity attracted many curious onlookers who left smiling with their earrings.
Over 4,200 visitors came to meet the artists and craftspeople.
Leash Aggression performing their metal act under an outdoor tent.
Beadwork featured at the Indigenous Winter Market.
At the pyrography workshop, participants crafted Christmas tree ornaments.
Event organizers were thrilled by the visitors' curiosity and interest.
Traditional songs and dances were showcased during the 2 day event.
Matsheshu Creations engaging with visitors.