Indigenous People’s Day

Jason Wellwood June 21, 2022 4:40 pm Last Updated on June 30, 2025 2:31 pm

Today was an absolutely beautiful day for Indigenous People’s Day on Mt. McKay (Anemki Wajiw)! I had a lot of fun and spoke to some fantastic people while I was there. I’ve posted some photos and the interviews I did below. Migwiich to the organizers Rob and Ashley for having us!

Elder John Gagnon

Speaking with Elder John Gagnon about the importance of Indigenous People’s Day and how inclusive the event is.

10 Year old Lilly and her Mom, Sarah, talking about dancing, and how Sarah made Lilly’s dress herself.

Unfortunately, I didn’t get a photo with Chief Peter Collins, but I did get a chance to speak with him!

Jason Wellwood

Originally from southern Ontario, Jason found his way here and fell in love with the community and music scene of Thunder Bay over twenty years ago. In between various stints on radio, television and writing, Jason is a dad, a partner and (some would consider) a zoo keeper (seriously, he has a LOT of pets).

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