Resilience, culture, and partnership shone brightly as Cold Lake First Nations welcomed members, neighbours, and dignitaries to the English Bay Treaty Grounds for its annual Treaty Days celebration.
The four-day event, held from July 9 to 12, honoured the 150th anniversary of Treaty 6 through a rich mix of traditional and contemporary activities, including pipe ceremonies, cultural showcases, traditional games, canoe races, community feasts, live music, and plenty of family-oriented fun.
The opening ceremony on July 10 focused on the treaty’s enduring legacy and paid tribute to the leaders and community members who have guided the nation through 150 years of growth and challenge.
Chief Kelsey Jacko opened the gathering highlighting the importance of ceremony and the strength shown by families and culture over the generations.
“Ceremony is important to me. As we come together this year to mark the 150th anniversary of our people entering into treaty, it is a reminder of the resilience of our families and of our culture,” Chief Jacko said. “Treaty 6 as a foundational agreement built on mutual responsibility and partnership — one that helped make Canada possible.
The celebrations continue through July 12, reinforcing unity and hope as the nation marks this historic milestone.
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