Mural walking tours, a beading workshop and a documentary viewing are being planned in honour of Treaties Recognition Week in Timmins.
Since 2016, the first week of November has been recognized as Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario.
Treaties are legal agreements made between Indigenous people and the British Crown that define rights, responsibilities and relationships between First Nations and the federal and provincial governments.
There are over 40 treaties covering Ontario. Timmins is located on Treaty 9, which was first signed in 1905 and 1906 with adhesions made in 1929 and 1930. The city is on the traditional lands of Mattagami First Nation.
The Timmins Museum: National Exhibition Centre has planned several events for Treaties Recognition Week.
All events require registration for contact tracing purposes. COVID-19 safety measures will be in place.
Monday, Nov. 1
- There will be a beading workshop from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. led by a local beadwork artist Crystal Moore. The workshop is intended for beginners but all levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the traditional craft techniques and make their own beaded keychain wristlet. The even costs $40 plus tax. All supplies will be provided.
Wednesday, Nov. 3
- Mural walking tour guided by Coun. Kristin Murray starts at the Timmins museum. Registration is required.
Thursday, Nov. 4
- There will be a screening of a 2014 documentary feature film about Treaty 9 called Trick or Treaty? The event will take place at the museum and will last from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 6
- Mural walking tour guided by Coun. Kristin Murray. Registration is required.
The Timmins Museum can be contacted at 705-360-2617.