Agenda

8:00 a.m.

Registration, Participant Arrival and Breakfast

Check in, enjoy breakfast and connect with participants before the day begins.

9:00 a.m.

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Opening of the 25th anniversary Flotilla for Friendship.

9:10 a.m.

Opening Ceremony

Opening prayer, welcome and words of guidance from Elder Claudette Commanda.

9:30 a.m.

Ottawa Police Service Remarks

Remarks recognizing 25 years of Flotilla, youth leadership and community partnership.

9:35 a.m.

Honour Song

Performed by the SpiritWolf Singers.

9:45 a.m.

Water Safety Briefing

Mandatory briefing for all canoe participants before entering the water.

10:00 a.m.

Flotilla Launch

Canoes depart Mooney’s Bay and begin the journey to Dow’s Lake.

11:00 a.m.

Makatew Medallion Workshop

Participants are invited to take part in a hands on medallion making activity.

12:00 p.m.

Community Lunch

Gather for lunch at Dow’s Lake, with a special visit from the Ottawa Police Service Mounted Unit.

1:00 p.m.

Inuit Games and Cultural Activities

Interactive games and cultural activities led by Inuuqatigiit.

2:00 p.m.

Return Paddle

Canoes depart Dow’s Lake for the return journey to Mooney’s Bay.

3:15 p.m.

Closing Ceremony

Closing words from Elder Claudette Commanda, followed by recognition of youth, partners and volunteers.

3:30 p.m.