Media Release
Michael Champagne to host Marymound
Annual Family & Culture Day
Wednesday, June 3 from 1 p.m.- 6 p.m. at 442 Scotia Street
June 2, 2015, Winnipeg, MB: One of Winnipeg’s favourite annual community events returns
tomorrow with a new host and a great line-up of local entertainment that celebrates
First Nations and Métis culture.
Michael Champagne, youth activist and founder of the Aboriginal Youth Opportunities (AYO)
group is proudly hosting the event for the first time. ”I am thrilled and honoured to be hosting
this event as many of the youth in care at Marymound are my people,” says Champagne.
The family event annually attracts 1,000 guests throughout the day that features First Nations
culture, including a Pow Wow, dancing and colourful regalia, and drumming along with a
traditional feast of homemade stew and bannock. The day also offers live entertainment, a
BBQ, games and activities for kids, pony rides, handmade crafts, and new this year--a dunk tank
has been added to complete the fun-filled day. Admission and meals are free.
“This is always a special day for Marymound because of how our staff come together in the
planning and coordinating of this greatly anticipated day for the community,” says Jay Rodgers
Marymound CEO.
Invited back to perform under the big tent are Sagkeeng’s Finest, the Asham Stompers and the
Gaudry Boys, with Leonard Sumner performing at the celebration for the first time.
There is plenty of free, extended parking available on the surrounding streets.
For more information contact:
Ken McIntyre
Manager, Marketing & Communications
Marymound
Direct: 204-336-5505
Cell: 204-999-6108
email: kmcintyre@marymound.com
Marymound is a youth-serving non-profit organization helping young people and families overcome the
challenges of growing, learning and parenting to achieve independence and their full potential.
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