Mi’kmaq Mawi’omi – Devour! Opening Ceremonies – IN PERSON

In celebration of this year’s theme of Global Indigenous Cinema & Cuisine, there is no better way to open the festival than with a Gathering, a Powwow, or in the Mi’kmaw language, a Mawi’omi. This gathering will demonstrate the beauty, strength, spirit, and resilience of the Mi’kmaq culture and traditions through traditional dancing and drumming along with a host of food and craft vendors. The Mawi’omi offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in vibrant Mi’kmaq culture, and share and create strong bonds within the community. This event is organized by Garrett Gloade from Millbrook First Nation.

Ticket Price: Free public event; food and crafts for purchase. No ticket required. 

Sponsored by: MNP, Support 4 Culture,  & ILL-EAGLE Creations & Cultural Consultation

Schedule of Events

12:00pm – Grand Entry
12:10 – Opening Prayer and Remarks
12:20pm – First Inter-Tribal
1:00 – Categories/Exhibitions
2:00 – Koju’a Exhibition
2:30 – Round Dance/Intertribals
3:00pm – 2nd Songs
3:20pm – Closing Prayer & Remarks
3:30 – Grand Exit

Head Staff

Invited Drum – Eastern Eagle , Sipekne’katik NS
Invited Drum – Wabanaki Confederacy – Sipekne’katik, NS
Head Female – Kyanna Kingbird, Esgenoopetjij, NB
Head Male – Noel “Juni” Julian, Potlete’k, NS
Head Veteran/Elder – Debbie Eisan, Batchewana ON
Emcee – Michael R. Denny, Eskasoni Mi’kmaw Nation NS
Arena Director – Brad Paul, Paqtnke’k NS

All Dancers & Craft Vendors Welcome, Contact: Garrett Gloade, (902)957-4532, illeaglecreationscc@gmail.com

This event is organized by:

Garrett Gloade

Garrett was born and raised in the community of Millbrook First Nation (Wekope’kwitk, Mi’kma’ki), where he currently resides with his wife Cheyenne. Garrett dedicates his time, efforts and experiences to bring culturally competent programming to his community, surrounding communities and the province. He shares his knowledgeable teachings with as many people willing to learn. @g_gloade

Tipi provided by Acadia University.

In keeping with Nova Scotia provincial health regulations and a desire to keep all our guests safe and healthy, Devour! will require proof of full Covid-19 vaccine immunization along with a valid photo ID upon entry to all events with no exceptions. For all Devour! Covid Protocols, please visit our website.