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K’ómoks First Nation to host event celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 20

Nathan Maley
By Nathan Maley

A free community celebration next weekend will honour the contributions and cultures of local First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. 

K’ómoks First Nation will host the event on Saturday, June 20, at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day. 

The celebration will include interactive youth and elder zones, displays, guided walks to the Tsolum River, food vendors, more than 30 Indigenous craft vendors and live music from Indigenous artists. 

K’ómoks First Nation is seeking volunteers for the event. A meal will be provided by LUSH Valley Food Action Society for those who take part.

Nathan Maley
Nathan Maley
Born and raised in Nanaimo, Nathan is passionate about sharing local stories with the communities where he grew up. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the court playing ball hockey, spending time with friends and family, or relaxing with a good movie.

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