Hundreds recently came together for the fourth annual All-Nations Powwow at the University of Toronto Mississauga \u2013 \u00a0a growing tradition that provides the community with the opportunity to learn more about Indigenous culture and traditions.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s celebration, held earlier this month, brought together Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members\u00a0while emphasizing the importance of relationship building.<\/p>\n
Attendees observed traditional ceremonies, dances and drumming. They also had the opportunity to participate in certain dances.\u00a0<\/p>\n
An expanded vendors market featured Indigenous-owned businesses, while teachings were shared at a sacred fire outdoors.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s how this year\u2019s All-Nations Powwow looked through the lens of U of T Mississauga photographer Nick Iwanyshyn:<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Head dancer Lindy Kinoshameg takes to the floor during the fourth annual All-Nations Powwow on Oct. 3, 2026.<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Dancers wait for word from the judges following the jingle dress special.<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Dancer Talon White-Eye of Aamjiwnaang First Nation takes a quiet moment to prepare.<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
White-Eye dances during the men\u2019s traditional competition.<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Emilee Ann Pitawanakwat of Wiikwemkoong does a hoop dance demonstration.\u00a0<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Alanna Pashe, of the Dakota Tipi First Nation and Wiikwemkoong, gets ready for the red dress special.\u00a0<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
Pashe dances during the red dress special.<\/p>\n
\u00a0(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
A bird\u2019s-eye view of the drummers at the All-Nations Powwow.<\/p>\n
(photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)<\/p>\n
An expanded market featured goods sold by Indigenous-owned vendors.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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