OVINTIV PRESENTING SPONSOR FOR INDIGENOUS CELEBRATION AT EVERGREEN PARK JUNE 8-9
Grande Prairie’s first Indigenous Celebration featuring Indian Relay Racing received a major boost this week.
Ovintiv, a leading North American exploration and production company with operations in the Grande Prairie area, has signed on as the presenting sponsor of the event for the next two years.
“Ovintiv’s Indigenous Relations team focuses on building and maintaining strong, positive relationships in the communities where we operate,” said Tyson Pylypiw, Ovintiv’s Indigenous Relations Manager. “We have been operating in the area for over 20 years, and felt it was important to be a partner in the inaugural Indigenous Celebration and Indian Relay Races, in support of the preservation of Indigenous culture.”
The Indigenous Celebration Presented By Ovintiv is being held June 8-9 at J.D.A. Raceway at Evergreen Park.
One of the highlights of the weekend will be the first-ever Indian Relay Race competition in Grande Prairie.
“We are very excited to welcome Ovintiv as our presenting sponsor as we partner to showcase Indigenous crafts, dancing and Indian Relay Racing,” said Evergreen Park General Manager Kim Randall. “The event promises a full day of thrilling races celebrating Indigenous heritage and culture.”
Twenty teams from across Alberta and Saskatchewan will be participating in the relay races. There will also be drummers and dancers; tipis; Indigenous arts and crafts; and Bannock Tacos.
“Held on the homeland of Treaty 8 Territory, we deeply appreciate the contributions from our local First Nations in bringing this event to life, including a traditional ceremony by elders blessing the horses and grounds to ensure the safety of all participants,” Randall said.
Tickets for the event are currently on sale here. They are $25 for those 18-64; $15 for elders/seniors (65 and over) and youth 11 to 17; and free to those 10 and under.
LOOKING TO MAKE SOME MONEY?
Evergreen Park is looking for groups or individuals interested in making some extra cash.
The opportunity is during Stompede May 29 – June 2 and involves working with the parking crew.
On Friday, May 31 one person is needed for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Ten people are needed for lot control 4-11 p.m.
On Saturday, June 1 one person is needed for 2-6 p.m. on two different gates; and 6-10 p.m. on two different gates. Lot control is in need of 10 people 4-11 p.m.
On Sunday, June 2 two gates need people from 2-6 p.m. and 6-10 p.m. and 10 people are needed on lot control from 4-10 p.m.
Any groups or individuals can sign up online at here.
AARON GOODVIN CONCERT JULY 19 AT EVERGREEN
Aaron Goodvin is coming home to the Peace Country July 19th in the TARA Energy Services Centre at Evergreen Park!
The concert is a fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association.
TJ Ruckus will open the show and tickets are available at: https://evergreenpark.ticketspice.com/aaron-goodvin-concert
Goodvin, a native of Spirit River, burst onto the country music scene with his debut album, “Aaron Goodvin,” which garnered critical and commercial acclaim and established him as a rising star in the industry. He won a prestigious Juno Awards Album of the Year nomination for his sophomore album, “V,” and award wins including CCMA Songwriter of the Year.
In addition to his success as a recording artist, Goodvin is also a sought-after songwriter, penning hits for some of the biggest names in country music including Luke Bryan, Jon Pardi, and Cole Swindell.
Goodvin has toured extensively throughout Canada, the US and Europe, most notably with a string of sold-out shows in his first-ever headline tour in 2023.
His new EP, set for release in the Fall of 2024, will take fans on a musical journey that’s bound to get their feet tapping and their hearts racing!
You can visit his website here.