Pembina Trails School Division expands graduation powwow with regalia workshops and dance lessons
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Summary
The Pembina Trails School Division in Winnipeg has enhanced its graduation powwow by offering regalia-building workshops and dance lessons for the first time. This spring, every division in Winnipeg is hosting a ceremony celebrating First Nations dancing, singing, and feasting, marking a significant step in Indigenous cultural recognition within the school system. The initiative is described as an expression of healing, connection, and togetherness for all participants.
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