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TODAY: Semiahmoo powwow returns to Earl Marriott

Weekend event kicks-off Friday evening

The Semiahmoo First Nation and Earl Marriott Secondary Spring Powwow kicks off with a grand entry at 7 p.m. this evening (Friday).

The weekend event continues Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Grand entry’s will take place at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, and again at 1 p.m. on Sunday.

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Earl Marriott Secondary students were the first to experience the spring powwow Friday, as performers shared traditional dance during school hours. (Aaron Hinks photo)
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Before the dance, it was explained to the audience that “powwow is a celebration of life, celebration of livelihood, livelihood which is loaned to us.”
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Before the drummers performed their song, it was explained to the audience that the tune begins with the highest note to acknowledge the creator. (Aaron Hinks photo)
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Before the drummers performed their song, it was explained to the audience that the tune begins with the highest note to acknowledge the creator. (Aaron Hinks photo)
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