Indigenous communities take part in World Cup celebrations across North America
Host cities are featuring Indigenous performers, vendors and cultural events during the tournament
Indigenous communities in World Cup host cities across Canada, Mexico and the United States are participating in events surrounding the tournament through performances, markets and cultural programming, according to reporting from ICT. The World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19, is being held in 16 cities across North America. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is serving as an official host-city supporter in Seattle and plans to host a Coastal Protocol on June 18 featuring traditional songs and dances from invited tribes.
According to ICT, Indigenous vendors and artists are also taking part in celebrations in Toronto and Vancouver. The Tkaronto Market in Toronto will feature Indigenous businesses and performances during the tournament, while Vancouver's National Indigenous celebrations include appearances by artists such as Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Crystal Shawanda, Elisapie and Blue Moon Marquee.
- 1.Miles Morrisseau. ICT, .
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