Cooking Up Culture: Soup & Bannock

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À propos

Cooking Up Culture: Soup & Bannock is a hands-on cultural event where community members are invited to gather, learn, and share together. Guests can expect an afternoon filled with food, stories, and meaningful connection.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to prepare traditional soup and bannock, guided by Grandma Sherry, who will share her knowledge, teachings, and stories. This interactive experience allows attendees not only to enjoy a delicious meal but also to understand the cultural significance of these foods within Indigenous communities.

Alongside the cooking, participants will take part in storytelling and cultural sharing, offering space to celebrate Indigenous traditions, values, and history in an engaging and welcoming way. The event is designed to be family-friendly, with babysitting services provided so parents and caregivers can fully participate.

By attending, the public can expect a warm, inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to learn, taste, and celebrate together. Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required to ensure that all who attend have the chance to fully enjoy this cultural gathering.

Organisateur

Yorkton Indigenous Friendship Centre in partnership with the Sign.

The Yorkton Indigenous Friendship Centre (YIFC) is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the well-being of Indigenous people living in Yorkton and surrounding areas. Our mandate is to provide culturally relevant programs and services that strengthen identity, build community, and foster understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

Our vision is to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space where people can connect, learn, and celebrate culture together.

Year-round, we offer:

Cultural programming such as craft workshops, language teachings, storytelling, and traditional ceremonies.

Community meals and gatherings that bring people together around food, tradition, and sharing.

Wellness supports, including educational workshops, health promotion, and referrals to local resources.

Opportunities for youth, families, and Elders to engage in cultural activities that nurture pride and belonging.

Events like “Cooking Up Culture: Soup & Bannock” are part of our ongoing commitment to celebrate Indigenous traditions, strengthen cultural knowledge, and build connections within the community.

Partenaires

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