Indigenous Celebration 2026
- Evergreen Brick Works
- All Ages
Join us for this free, family-friendly event celebrating Indigenous ways of knowing through interactive workshops, performances and activities
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave
Toronto, Ontario
M4W 3X8
Saturday, June 6, 2026
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrate and explore Indigenous ways of knowing at Evergreen Brick Works on Saturday, June 6. Join the Ontario Science Centre team and Indigenous partners for interactive workshops, performances and activities at this free, family-friendly event. Connect with members of the Indigenous community to learn about and celebrate their heritage.
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Registration is not required for entry but encouraged to help with event planning.
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This is a rain-or-shine event. In the case of inclement weather, some activities may be moved indoors.
Evergreen Brick Works is wheelchair accessible and accessible by public transit. A free shuttle bus runs seven days a week, all year round between Broadview Station and Evergreen Brick Works. Paid parking on-site is limited and fills up quickly on weekends. Visitors are encouraged to consider other methods of transportation. Visit the Evergreen Brick Works website for more information.
Tribal Vision Dance
Be inspired by "Visions of Turtle Island,” a vibrant, high-energy performance showcasing First Nations powwow and Haudenosaunee-style dancing. Learn, experience and participate in a dance.
Children’s Garden Authors in Bloom
Enjoy storytelling and hands-on activities, including puppet making, with children’s authors Nancy Cooper (Biindigen! Amik Says Welcome,The Girl Who Loves Trees), Deborah Kigjugalik Webster (Akilak’s Adventure) and Sarabeth Holden (Benny the Bananasaurus Rex).
Moccasin Identifier ™
Join us in stenciling or colouring a moccasin as a symbol of connection, awareness and meaningful action toward Truth and Reconciliation. Ask questions, learn and reflect on your responsibilities as you take part in this First Nations-led initiative that aims to “Cover Canada in Moccasins.”
Planetarium Shows
Look up at the night sky and explore the cosmos in two planetarium shows that blend modern-day astronomy and traditional Indigenous knowledge.
Haudenosaunee Astronomy: Filling Your Spirit with Stardust and Astronomical Knowledge is an immersive journey across the galaxies, exploring how everything works together as a celestial family. It is presented by Samantha Doxtator, Haudenosaunee-Oneida, Wolf Clan.
The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky takes a fascinating look at the story of the bear and the brothers and how it is retold every year. This show is collaboratively produced by members of the Six Nations, McMaster's Indigenous Studies Department and the McCallion Planetarium.
Schedule
| Time | Performances | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30–10:30 a.m. | The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky | Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
| 10–10:30 a.m. | Opening Remarks with Eddy Robinson + Paul Kortenaar, CEO, Ontario Science Centre Followed by Métis Music and Dance with Tkaronto Métis Jiggers & Métis Strings |
BMO Atrium |
| 10:30–11 a.m. | Book Reading & Craft Activity with Nancy Cooper (Biindigen! Amik Says Welcome + The Girl Who Loves Trees) | Children's Garden: Authors in Bloom |
| 10:30–11:10 a.m. | Haudenosaunee Astronomy Filling Your Spirit with Stardust and Astronomical Knowledge with Samantha Doxtator |
Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
| 11–11:30 a.m. | Visions of Turtle Island with Tribal Vision Dance | BMO Atrium |
| 11:30-12 p.m. | Book Reading & Storytelling Activity with Sarabeth Holden (Benny the Bananasaurus Rex) | Children's Garden: Authors in Bloom |
| 11:30-12:10 p.m. | Haudenosaunee Astronomy Filling Your Spirit with Stardust and Astronomical Knowledge with Samantha Doxtator |
Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
| 12-12:30 p.m. | Indigenous Ways of Knowing: Science of the Drum with Eddy Robinson | BMO Atrium |
| 12:30-1 p.m. | Book Reading & Drawing Activity with Deborah Kigjugalik Webster (Akilak's Adventure) | Children's Garden: Authors in Bloom |
| 12:30-1:10 p.m. | Haudenosaunee Astronomy Filling Your Spirit with Stardust and Astronomical Knowledge with Samantha Doxtator |
Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
| 1-1:30 p.m. | Visions of Turtle Island with Tribal Vision Dance | BMO Atrium |
| 1:30-2 p.m. | Book Reading & Beaver Puppet Making with Nancy Cooper | Children's Garden: Authors in Bloom |
| 2-2:30 p.m. | Métis Music and Dance with Tkaronto Métis Jiggers & Métis Strings | BMO Atrium |
| 2:30-3 p.m. | Book Reading & Drawing Activity with Deborah Kigjugalik Webster | Children's Garden: Authors in Bloom |
| 2:30-3:10 p.m. | Haudenosaunee Astronomy Filling Your Spirit with Stardust and Astronomical Knowledge with Samantha Doxtator |
Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
| 3-3:30 p.m. | Chef Taylor Parker | BMO Atrium |
| 3:30-4 p.m. | Closing Ceremony | BMO Atrium |
| 3:30-4:10 p.m. | The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky | Young Centre-Planetarium Shows |
Activities, Workshops & Vendors (9 a.m.–4 p.m.*)
BMO Atrium: Activity Space- Animal Pelt Display with Allan Lacosse
- Hide to Hand Exhibit with Toronto Metropolitan University’s SciXchange
Children's Garden: Activity Space- Ceremonial Teaching Fire
- Inhabit Media Books
- Fiddling Lessons with Métis Strings
- Make Your Own Inuit Snow Goggles with the Ontario Science Centre
- Water Wonders with TRACKS
- Wilding the City with Roots + Raven
Young Centre: Community Space- Bakeapple Beads
- Bruno Henry
- Painting with Moccasin Identifier
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
- Love Yourself First with Métis Nation of Ontario Women's Council
- TELUS Raffle and Giveaways
*Activities, workshops and vendors are subject to change and may not be available at certain times.
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