2019 Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow
Ignite your spirit at the 14th Annual Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow on May 18-19, 2019 at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Join over 800 dancers, many of whom will compete for cash prizes in many categories and the top award winning drum groups from across the continent will be invited to attend. Over $180,000.00 in contest payouts!
Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow
In addition to the Pow Wow, The annual Manito Ahbee Festival, which starts three days before the Pow Wow, on Wednesday, features the Indigenous Music Awards, Indigenous Music Conference, Casinos of Winnipeg Indigenous Marketplace and Trade Show, Getting Jiggy With It, Art Expo, Art Challenge and MTS Youth Education Day.
A Pow Wow is a gathering to be thankful and to celebrate culture and friendship. They are open to the public to promote cultural awareness and everyone is welcome to attend. However, Pow Wows are not just special events; they are a way of life for many. The main objective this year at the Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow is to bring everyone together from all directions and unite as one.
Grand Entries:
Saturday 12:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm
Pow Wow Head Staff
Announcers: Donald Speidel (SK CAN), Tommy Christian (MT US), Ricky White (ON CAN)
Arena Directors: Ron McNab (SK CAN), Rusty Gillette (ND US)
Head Singing Judge: Eldon Weaselchild (AB CAN)
Head Dance Judge: Buck Wallahee (WA US)
Head Man Dancer: Joel Omeasoo-Wood (AB CAN)
Head Lady Dancer: TJ Gadwa (SK CAN)
Head Young Man Dancer: Emery Tootoosis (SK CAN)
Head Young Lady Dancer: Jonna Brady (ND US)
Official Tabulator: C&T Tabulators (SK CAN)
Sound: Hokah Sound – Dale Roberts (OK US)
Live Webcast: Powwows.com (SC US)
Invited Drums: Whitefish Bay (ON CAN), Showtime (SD US), Bear Creek (ON CAN), Walking Buffalo (SK CAN)
Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow Mini-Gallery
Registration:
3rd Floor, RBC Convention Centre
375 York Ave & Carlton Entrance – Hall C
Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Dance Categories
Tiny Tots (5 & Under)
Must be in regalia & registered
In Honour of Phoenix Sinclair
JUNIOR (6-12 YRS)
Girls – Traditional, Jingle, and Fancy Shawl
Boys – Traditional, Grass, Prairie Chicken, and Fancy Bustle
1st $200 • 2nd $150 • 3rd $100 • 4th $75 • 5th $50
TEEN (13-17 YRS)
Girls – Traditional, Jingle, and Fancy Shawl
Boys – Traditional, Grass, Prairie Chicken, and Fancy Bustle
1st $400 • 2nd $300 • 3rd $200 • 4th $100 • 5th $75
Jr. ADULTS (18-39 YRS)
Womens – Traditional, Jingle, and Fancy Shawl
Mens – Traditional, Grass, Prairie Chicken, and Fancy Bustle
1st $1500 • 2nd $1000 • 3rd $800 • 4th $600 • 5th $400
Sr. ADULTS (40-59 YRS)
Womens – Traditional, Jingle, and Fancy Shawl
Mens – Traditional, Grass, Prairie Chicken, and Fancy Bustle
1st $1,500 • 2nd $1,000 • 3rd $800 • 4th $600 • 5th $400
GOLDEN AGE (60 PLUS YRS)
Womens – Traditional, Jingle, Fancy Shawl (combined)
Mens – Traditional, Grass, Fancy Bustle (combined)
1st $1,500 • 2nd $1,000 • 3rd $800 • 4th $600 • 5th $400
SINGING COMPETITION presented by Casinos of Winnipeg
* ALL DRUMS WELCOME
1st $10,000 • 2nd $7,000 • 3rd $5,000 • 4th $4,000 • 5th $2,000
Location
RBC Convention Centre
375 York Ave & Carlton Entrance
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3J3, Canada
Phone: +1 204-956-1720
For More Information
INFO@MANITOAHBEE.COM T: (204) 956-1849 TF: 1-866-449-0251
“BEHIND THE NAME”
The festival name ‘Manito Ahbee’ was gifted to the festival through ceremony, and is named after the sacred site, which is one of the most important and significant traditional Indigenous gathering sites in all of Turtle Island (North America). The Manito Ahbee sacred site is located in the western Whiteshell area of Manitoba. Manito Ahbee, an Ojibway word means, “where the Creator sits.” The site is recognized and honoured by Indigenous peoples across North America as a sacred place for all people. The name of the province, Manitoba, is itself derived from the name of this sacred site. The festival represents an opportunity for Manitobans and visitors alike to experience the festival as a celebration for all people. Manito Ahbee invites everyone, uniting residents and visitors in the spirit of honouring Indigenous culture and the seven sacred teachings: love, respect, courage, honesty, wisdom, humility and truth.
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Manito Ahbee International Pow Wow on May 19-20, 2018 at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
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