Manitobans take in the big Canada Day celebrations since the start of the pandemic – Winnipeg | Globalnews.ca

Manitobans will be taking Canada Day Celebration for the first time in almost two years.

The celebrations for 2020 and 2021 were either done on a smaller scale or were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

One of the most popular events that happens here Forks It is being renamed “New Day at the Forks” to reflect the effects of colonialism on indigenous peoples in Canada.

The events began at 8 a.m., including an early morning ceremony in Odena led by Elders Wanbudi Wakita and Pahan Pti San Vin.

Several pop-up events will also be held throughout the day, including hands-on activities, music, theater and dance.

Most of The Forks’ events will last until 5 p.m. and there will be no fireworks this year.

The survivor of a residential school felt it was important to come out to the events.

“That is why I have come here in memory of my mother, who suffered so peacefully. She never talked about it, but sometimes she cried and cried. And we still don’t understand her pain.” Christina Linklater said.

Christina is delighted to see the healing process take place.

“I’m glad we’re all coming together to support each other, to heal together, and to understand where we’re coming from.”

Some have even noticed changes in The Forks this year.

“I saw some people wear orange, like every kid shirt counts. Most of them have worn white and red T-shirts over the years,” said Elizabeth Panganiban, who has been attending The Forks for Canada Day since 2009.

Other celebrations are taking place at Assiniboine Park’s Lyric Theatre, St. Norbert, Tyndall Park and Assiniboa Downs.

There will be fireworks at Assiniboina Down and Tyndall Park meetings. He is expected to walk around 10:30

Cities outside the provincial capital are holding Canada Day celebrations, which include fireworks at Portage La Prairie and Brandon.

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