Algonquins of Ontario You’re Invited! Celebrating the Petawawa River Part of our Algonquin Past, Present and Future Saturday, May 10, 2014 Centennial Park, 18 Park Drive, Petawawa, ON 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. On Saturday, May 10, 2014, join the Algonquins of Ontario (AOO) and the organizers of Hell or High Water 6 in our celebration of the Petawawa River. This mighty river runs through the heart of Algonquin Traditional Territory and is a major tributary of the Kichisippi (Ottawa River). Since time immemorial, its thundering rapids have been a source of spiritual strength and inspiration to the Algonquin people and it is home to many Algonquin cultural and heritage resources. Recognizing the Petawawa River as a “gem” of the Ottawa Valley, Hell or High Water 6 aims to highlight the river’s inherent excitement and stunning natural beauty. The largest whitewater event in Canada and among the largest in the world, Hell or High Water 6 offers something to see and do for the entire family. The wide-range of activities include a film festival, voyageur canoes rides, whitewater races, dragonboat races, stand up paddle races and a dinner, awards and social on Saturday evening. As part of the Hell or High Water 6 festivities, the Algonquins of Ontario will be hosting a series of events highlighting the critical importance of the Petawawa River to both the Algonquin people and our neighbours. To share in this celebration, join us on Saturday, May 10, 2014 for the following: TIME EVENT LOCATION 7 a.m. – Welcome and Ceremony in Honour of the Life of Centennial Park 8:30 a.m. the Petawawa River 18 Park Drive Petawawa, ON In honour of Algonquin traditions, it is kindly requested that those attending the Water Ceremony refrain from taking photographs, using any recording devices and that women wear a long skirt or sarong over their clothing. 9 a.m. – Algonquins of Ontario Display Booth Centennial Park 4 p.m. 18 Park Drive Petawawa, ON 11 a.m. – Speech by Chief Kirby Whiteduck, Algonquins of Centennial Park 11:30 a.m. Pikwàkanagàn First Nation 18 Park Drive Petawawa, ON 3:30 p.m. – Natural and Cultural History Walk The Millennium Trail 5 p.m. It is recommended that participants wear running or Start and end point is the hiking shoes and come appropriately dressed for rain or gravel lot at the intersection shine! of Wilson Road and Gerald Avenue in Petawawa, ON. Natural and Cultural History Walk The Algonquins of Ontario are pleased to offer our first ever Natural and Cultural History Walk, guided by Ethan Huner, professional naturalist and AOO Resource Technician. This walk will be a leisurely 2 kilometre guided trip along the Millennium Trail, a flat, paved walkway following the Petawawa River. There will be many stops along the Trail to allow participants to explore the local landscape and learn about its natural history, with a focus on the Algonquin cultural relationship to the Petawawa River and traditional Aboriginal life-ways. The highlight of the walk is to stand in awe, suspended over the largest set of rapids on the Lower Petawawa River. For more information about Hell or High Water 6 or to view the entire schedule of events, visit www.hohw.ca. Should you have any questions or to learn more about the Algonquins of Ontario events, contact: The Algonquins of Ontario Consultation Office 31 Riverside Drive, Suite 101, Pembroke, ON K8A 8R6 Toll Free at 1-855-735-3759 or 613-735-3759 [email protected] or www.tanakiwin.com We look forward to celebrating the mighty Petawawa River with you on May 10! Sincerely, The Algonquin Negotiation Representatives for the Algonquins of Ontario: Clifford Bastien Jr. Dan Kohoko Mattawa/North Bay Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Ron Bernard Jerrow H. Lavalley Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Katherine Cannon Randy Malcolm Kijicho Manito Madaouaskarini (Bancroft) Snimikobi Lynn Clouthier Cliff Meness Ottawa Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Robert Craftchick Jim Meness Whitney and Area Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Doreen Davis Sherrylyn Sarazin Shabot Obaadjiwan Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Patrick Glassford Kirby Whiteduck Greater Golden Lake Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Davie Joanisse Richard Zohr Antoine Bonnechere .