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BROOK JONES/FREE PRESS The Forks co-hosts National Indigenous Peoples Day with the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba at The Forks in Winnipeg, Man., Sunday, June 21, 2026. The Wáhkóhtowin Powwow presented by the Southern Chiefs' Organization brought together drummers, singers, and dancers. Pictured: Capt. Angela Brass (right) of the Indigenous Veterans of Manitoba carries an eagle staff as she leads the closing ceremony for the powwow. Pictured next to her is Andrew Courchene from Treaty One Corporation.