When: August 6–7, 2025
Where: Asham’s Beach, Pasqua First Nation, Saskatchewan
This August, the powerful heartbeat of culture, community, and tradition will rise once again at the Pasqua First Nation Pow Wow—a cherished annual gathering set along the shores of Asham’s Beach on the Pasqua Reserve in Saskatchewan, just a short drive from Regina. Taking place on August 6 and 7, 2025, this vibrant event welcomes dancers, drummers, elders, artists, and visitors from across Canada and beyond. Hosted by the Pasqua First Nation, a proud Saulteaux-Cree tribal nation and signatory of Treaty 4, the Pow Wow offers an opportunity to celebrate Indigenous identity, honor ancestral history, and strengthen the spiritual and cultural bonds among First Nations.
Set at the centre of community life, the Pow Wow is more than a gathering—it is a living expression of traditions carried forward by generations. Guests are invited to search for deeper understanding through shared songs, ceremony, and stories passed down by knowledge keepers. With support from the File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council and other First Nations organizations, the event also connects participants to meaningful cultural resources and supports initiatives that uplift Indian nations across the province.
Visitors are encouraged to view official event updates, privacy guidelines, and participation policy through the Pasqua First Nation’s website or by reaching out directly for more information. The celebration also connects attendees with cultural and educational resources, helping guests learn more about Indigenous identity, protocols, and storytelling traditions.
For full details or to contact the organizing committee, please visit the official channels closer to the event date.
About the Pasqua First Nation Pow Wow
Organized by Pasqua First Nation, this pow wow is more than a cultural event—it is a living expression of intergenerational knowledge, artistic excellence, and Indigenous pride. Each year, it brings together participants from across Saskatchewan and beyond, uniting Nations in ceremony, celebration, and kinship.
The 2025 event features Grand Entry twice daily at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM, with registration open from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM–7:00 PM each day.
Honored Individuals
- Head Female Dancer: Monica Bear
- Head Male Dancer: Josh Bear
- Arena Director: Glenn Pelletier
- Junior Arena Director: Keystin Delorme
- MCs: Clifton Goodwill & Micco Lowe
These respected leaders will guide the ceremonies, ensure the proper protocols, and support the spiritual and cultural integrity of the event.
Host Drums
Drum groups are the heartbeat of every pow wow, and this year’s event features:
- Walking Buffalo Singers – Big River First Nation, SK
- Wooden Face Singers – White Bear First Nation, SK
These groups will share songs that connect generations and Nations, creating a powerful atmosphere of unity, remembrance, and joy.
Why It Matters
The Pasqua First Nation Pow Wow is a cornerstone of Indigenous cultural life in Saskatchewan. It provides a sacred and celebratory space for traditional dancers, singers, and community members to come together in a shared expression of strength, identity, and resilience.
Beyond the celebration, the event offers a place of learning, healing, and reconnection—where oral histories, ceremonial practices, and Indigenous languages are kept alive and passed forward.
For many families, it is a homecoming; for others, it is a first-time experience that deepens their understanding of Indigenous culture and community.
Highlights and Specials
This year’s pow wow will host a wide range of specials and memorial categories, showcasing both competitive spirit and cultural reverence:
- Lorna Missens Memorial: Women’s Old Style Fancy Shawl
- Teen Girls Jingle Dress: PFN Sr. Princess Judy Missens Special
- Women’s Traditional: Peigan Productions Special
- Golden Age (Men & Women): Lindsay Cyr & Elaine Chicoose Memorials
- Men’s Grass: PFN Chief & Council Special
- Men’s Traditional: Glenn Pelletier & Micco Lowe Special
- Ladies 50+: Vanea Cyr Women’s Matriarch Special
- Junior Boys & Teen Boys: Clifton Goodwill, Tavion Ironchild, and PFN Public Works Specials
- Tiny Tots: Four Pillars Special
- Women’s Jingle, Men’s Chicken, and Jr. Girls All Categories: Head Dancer and Family Specials
- Singing Contest: Clay Agecoutay Memorial
- Hand Drum Special: Rick Favel Memorial
- Switch Dance & Pop-up Specials: Including RCMP and community-led events
- Special Honoring: Chief Peigan & Chief IronEagle – Men’s Fancy
🎤 Sound by: Wasteste Sound
📸 Photography by: Bill Stevenson
Community Info & Participation
- Daily Honorariums for Adult and Golden Age Dancers: $100/day
- Indian Auction: Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
- Drum Registration: First 10 registered drums are paid daily (minimum 5 singers)
- Vendor Info: $250 fee. Contact:
- Sheena Missens – (306) 570-9998
- Cheena – (306) 331-6694
- Sarah – (639) 571-3243
Important Note: You must be registered to participate in specials and receive payout.
Safety & Respect
🚫 Absolutely no alcohol or drugs permitted
🎪 Family-friendly environment with full respect for ceremony, elders, and tradition
📍 Location: Asham’s Beach, Pasqua First Nation, SK
The Pasqua First Nation Chief & Council and Pow Wow Committee are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property. Visitors are asked to respect the land, the people, and the sacredness of this gathering.
Final Thoughts
The Pasqua First Nation Traditional Pow Wow 2025 is a powerful moment to celebrate Indigenous resilience and creativity. Whether you are returning home or visiting for the first time, you are invited to join in the circle—through dance, song, story, and spirit.
This is more than a summer gathering; it’s a celebration of living culture, a continuation of tradition, and a promise to the next generation.
For updates, photos, or additional details, stay connected with community announcements and local organizers. Come with open hearts, and leave with deeper connections to the land, the people, and the spirit of Pasqua First Nation.
