newo-isîhcikewina mâmawikapesiwin
Four Ceremonies Gathering Cultural Camp
newo-isîhcikewina mâmawikapesiwin provides a collective experience in a natural land-based setting. We bring generations together to nurture and celebrate the spirit of the family. Participants access social and spiritual opportunities to empower communities to break the abuse cycle and continue the healing journey for generations yet to be born.
May 30 to June 2, 2022
LOCATION: 4.8 kms west of St. Paul, Alberta on Highway #29, and 1 km north on Range Road 101 (past airport) - UnBQ Campus.
DAY FEES: A nominal fee is charged to organizations and school groups. Course fees apply for students who are seeking course credit for IYIS 300 or IYIS 400. Other contributions and donations, and food donations for the student food bank are welcome.
ACCOMODATION: Camping in a tipi is $50.00 per group per night (please pre-register). Bring your own camping equipment, or you can pitch your own tent at no cost. NO RVs please (except authorized for Elders and helpers). RV parking is available in St. Paul. NO POWER, WATER, SEWER HOOK UPS AT BLUE QUILLS.
IMPORTANT: Bring your ceremonial kits: long skirts or wraps/shawls for women (local Elder protocols), long pants for men, feast dishes, 100% cotton ribbons, and tobacco. Limited quantities will be for sale on site.
Breakfast and lunch provided. For ceremonial feasts, please bring your own dishes and utensils.
Please leave your pets at home. Thank You.
WASHROOMS: There are several portable toilets cleaned and maintained daily. Showers will be available at a cost of $2.00 per person.
SECURITY: Security is provided as we all want to enjoy a safe camping and cultural experience.
SWEATS: Sweat Lodges are scheduled. Others can be requested.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call 780-645-4455 or Toll Free 1-888-645-4455
REGISTRATION: Sheila Poitras - ext. 120 or email sheilap@bluequills.ca
GENERAL INQUIRIES: Peggy Shirt - ext. 111 or email peggys@bluequills.ca OR Savannah Mahe reception@bluequills.ca
CEREMONIAL INQUIRIES: Sherri Chisan - ext. 117 email sherric@bluequills.ca
ACCOMODATIONS: Sheila Poitras - ext. 120 or email sheilap@bluequills.ca
Let Us All Respect Mother Earth
We are all responsible for placing garbage in proper bins