Senior School students and staff gathered in Dixon Gym on Tuesday for the annual Truth and Reconciliation assembly in recognition of Orange Shirt Day. Eli Gosselin-Rattlesnake, an Anishinaabe Hoop Dancer from Valley River First Nations, and Pavel Desjarlais, a Plains Cree Powwow Dancer from Fort McKay, shared their culture and teachings with the community through stories, drumming, and dance. Eli traced colourful ribbons of light with his illuminated hoops, creating a striking display on stage that combined modern visual elements with traditional hoop dancing.
Hoop Dance and Culture Shine at Truth and Reconciliation Assembly
September 30, 2026
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