Robinson Huron Treaty Of 1850 Gathering starts Sunday in Greater Sudbury
Co-hosted by Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and Wahnapitae First Nation, the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering is happening Sept. 8 and 9 at the Anderson Farm Museum in the Greater Sudbury community of Lively.
Founded by the Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin and the annuities litigation team in 2016, the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering started as a way for the Treaty communities to “exert their sovereignty over their traditional territory; gather strength and guidance from the ancestors; and, most importantly, raise awareness amongst Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities about the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850.”
This year marks the 174th anniversary of the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty.
This year’s Gathering will cover various topics related to the Robinson Huron Treaty, including historical context, current legal battles, community impacts and strategies for future advocacy.
The governments of Canada and Ontario have reached a proposed $10 billion settlement with the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund, representing the 21 Robinson Huron First Nations. (Eric Taschner/CTV News Northern Ontario)
Organizers said the Gathering is expected to host more than 1,000 participants in addition to a number of political leaders, First Nation elders, treaty experts and workshop presenters.
The free event is family-friendly, featuring a booth by Science North and a children's corner.
There will also be language-learning opportunities and chances to learn more about Anishnaabe culture and the history of the land in this region.
The Gather will start with a sunrise ceremony at 5:30 a.m. on Sunday with a welcoming workshop and event overview scheduled for 9:30 a.m.
More information on the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering 2024 – including a full list of the agenda – can be found on its website.
A map of the grounds at the Anderson Farm Museum in Greater Sudbury as laid out for the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering 2024. (Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering)
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