Celebrating National Aboriginal Day

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Saturday, June 21st, 2014
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

For many years the people of the Comox Valley have come together to celebrate the vibrant cultures and diversity of the First Nations, M�tis and Inuit peoples of Canada on National Aboriginal Day. On Saturday June 21 from 12-6pm, join us on the K'omoks Bighouse, Hall and grounds - the original K'omoks village site - to celebrate our country's rich cultural history.

Stroll around the K'omoks grounds to see the unique offerings of the craft and artisan vendors, storytellers and workshops. Witness traditional dances from groups all over the West Coast including the Kumugwe Dance Group - a Comox Valley-based Kwakwaka'wakw and K'omoks dance troupe. Savour Aboriginal foods such as wild sockeye salmon cooked traditionally around an open fire by the Kumugwe Cultural Society, buffalo burgers by the M�tis Association, and fresh bannock with homemade jam and candy-smoked salmon.

This year's National Aboriginal Day celebrations are being organized by the Kumugwe Cultural Society in partnership with the K'omoks First Nation.

Contact Lee Everson at 250-702-6741 if you are interested in having a table at the event or for more information.