September 30th - Truth & Reconciliation Events
5th Annual South Island Powwow
• Date & Time: Sept 30, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Grand Entries at 12:00 PM)
• Venue: Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave, Victoria
• Description: Hosted by the Songhees Nation, this major gathering features song, dance from about a dozen groups and performers, food trucks, and Indigenous merchant vendors.
• Cost: Free
Xe xe Smun' eem Orange Shirt Day Ceremony
• Date & Time: Sept 30, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Venue: Centennial Square, 900 Pandora Ave, Victoria
• Description: Open public event featuring a flag-raising ceremony, cultural performances, and guest speakers honouring residential school survivors and families.
• Cost: Free
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Open House
• Date & Time: Sept 30, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Venue: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss St, Victoria
• Description: Open doors with reflective programming and community access.
• Cost: Free
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