Pokaiks Reconciliation Society

03/15/2026

Pokaiks Reconciliation Society is inviting Indigenous artists in the Treaty 7 region to share stories through ART. Exploring lived experience, cultural knowledge, identity, memory, and connection to land & community.

We’ll select 6 artists (primarily visual art—welcome to writers, performers, and media artists too). Artists will gather, connect, and co-create a collaborative piece, guided by shared conversations and an Elder story visit.

📅 Residency: Dec 1, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 (2 months)
• Create + exhibit existing and new work
• Community engagement: public hours, artist talks, workshops, and a community art piece
• Opening + Closing receptions
• February 2027 wrap-up report + exit survey

Artists will be paid fees for exhibiting their art, workshop facilitation, artists talks, and more! There is also a paid part-time position available for a project coordinator!

In partnership with Sparrow Arts Society and gratefully funded by Calgary Arts Development and the City of Calgary!

Information/application: https://www.sparrowartspace.com/telling-our-stories-application

03/15/2026

09/27/2025

As September 30th approaches we still need some more volunteers to help out!

Please go to this volunteer link to sign up for a shift: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8A82CA0FCC07-57991275-pokaiks #/

It would be helpful to have a few more volunteers sign up to do such thing as:
Supporting Elders
Supporting performers
Directing traffic
Helping after the event
And more!

Deep gratitude for all who support this event!

09/12/2025

Some information about our Reconciliation Walk and Gathering on September 30th! 
 
Join us in learning and growing, and walking for all Pokaiks (children) of the past, present, and future. 
 
May we all heal our inner children and feel the essence of Truth and Reconciliation. When stories our told, the truth is known, and all people reconcile the past into a more healthy, happy and joyous future. One where all children — all over the world — have the opportunity to live the Good Life! 
 
We walk, September 30th (National day for Truth and Reconciliation) from the south side of the peace bridge to Contemporary Calgary where we then have our annual gathering of story telling, wisdom, celebration, and community. 
 
All are welcome!

08/11/2025

Calling all cultural voices of Treaty 7!

We’re still looking for individuals and groups to join us for the Pokaiks Walk & Event on September 30th, 2025.

We’re looking to connect with:
✨ Dancers
✨ Singers & Drummers
✨ Storytellers
✨ Cultural Presenters
✨ Knowledge Keepers
✨ Anyone sharing a meaningful expression of Indigenous culture

This year, we especially welcome young people, youth groups, or stories about or for the Pokaiks (Children).

💛 Honorariums provided
📅 When: September 30th, 2025
📍 Where: Contemporary Calgary

If you or your group would like to take part, please fill out the form below — we’d be honoured to include your voice in this important day of remembrance and connection:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9rL9YT6uVxF3YVKQaEWyNHcUSYWgEbAyJSiPItYPZpiz_Xw/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMHGkBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLc01VRm5MZFJsWUlOWEZlAR43z7pioRdwrhKvPXvrwkhCX0oXGnjYXETNojDHctM2Vu4NTonbCYuuYjfQ_Q_aem_xBJbYL39663k1TXwAXBsQA

07/23/2025

Oki, Danit’ada, Âba Wathtech, Tansi — All our relations!

It’s time for us to begin reaching out to the community to build the volunteer team for this years September 30th Pokaiks walk and event.

If you or someone you know is looking for a meaningful way to contribute on this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30th), we invite you to join us as a volunteer.

We are seeking helping hands for:
• Directing participants during the walk
• Set-up and takedown
• Providing information
• And more!

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community and support a cause that honours the Pokaiks (children) of the past, present, and future.

🧡 Sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9dXEVqvECl4GpoxH8vTgpYJVHBZ_vg-C33muFhZp1pCxPPg/viewform

Thank you for walking with us in the spirit of truth, reconciliation, and love!