Hundreds recently came together for the fourth annual All-Nations Powwow at the University of Toronto Mississauga – a growing tradition that provides the community with the opportunity to learn more about Indigenous culture and traditions.
This year’s celebration, held earlier this month, brought together Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members while emphasizing the importance of relationship building.
Attendees observed traditional ceremonies, dances and drumming. They also had the opportunity to participate in certain dances.
An expanded vendors market featured Indigenous-owned businesses, while teachings were shared at a sacred fire outdoors.
Here’s how this year’s All-Nations Powwow looked through the lens of U of T Mississauga photographer Nick Iwanyshyn:
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Head dancer Lindy Kinoshameg takes to the floor during the fourth annual All-Nations Powwow on Oct. 3, 2026.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Dancers wait for word from the judges following the jingle dress special.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Dancer Talon White-Eye of Aamjiwnaang First Nation takes a quiet moment to prepare.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
White-Eye dances during the men’s traditional competition.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Emilee Ann Pitawanakwat of Wiikwemkoong does a hoop dance demonstration.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Alanna Pashe, of the Dakota Tipi First Nation and Wiikwemkoong, gets ready for the red dress special.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
Pashe dances during the red dress special.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
A bird’s-eye view of the drummers at the All-Nations Powwow.
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)
An expanded market featured goods sold by Indigenous-owned vendors.