kihêw waciston (“Eagles Nest in Cree”); hosted Indigenous performers from the United States and Canada at MacEwan University on May 25. The event was a part of a month-long celebration of Indigenous culture leading up to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21.

Spur Pourier singing at Indigenous Music Showcase (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

There were performances by JUNO award winner Fawn Wood, Spur Pourier, Gunner Jules and Natanni Means.

Gunner Jules performing at Indigenous Music Showcase at MacEwan University

The master of ceremonies for the event was local comedian Grey Eagle Cardinal who said that he had never seen so much talent.

Local Comedian Grey Eagle Cardinal speaking as the master of ceremonies at event (Photo Credit - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

Indigenous languages were used during performances by Spur Pourier and Fawn Wood. Cardinal says that it’s a beautiful thing to see, and that it helps support and showcase the culture.

Fawn Wood and Spur Pourier performing together on stage at Indigenous music showcase (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

Indigenous rapper from the U.S Nataani Means said that the event showcased performers from across Turtle Island - which refers to the Indigenous culture that Indigenous peoples from Canada and the United States share.

Indigenous Rapper Nataani Means performing on stage at Indigenous Music Showcase at MacEwan University (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

For more information on future events, visit macewan.ca

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