The Path Forward 2023
A day-long festival celebration at the Orpheum curated by the VSO Indigenous Council, with performances by the VSO in collaborations with Coast Salish Territory of the Musqueam; Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, aligning with and honouring National Indigenous People’s Day. Emceed by Geena Jackson (Frog Clan of the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation), special guest artist DJ O Show, gifts of new orchestrations of the Musqueam Paddle Song and other Indigenous music, and many more artists, vendors, and special surprises!
1:30 – 7:00 pm: Indigenous Art Gallery & Artisan Showcase (Lobby)
Kwiss Hamilton-Copper Jewelry
Rebecca Campbell & Crystal Stogan, Cedar Work
Skwachàys Lodge – Artists in residence including Mike Alexander
Giggy Beads Boutique (Valerie Davidson-Oar)
Olivia George (TWN)
QwalamutCreations – Rebecca Campbell
Salish Beauty
4:00 pm: VSO Performance and Presentations by the Host Nations (Orpheum Stage)
Traditional Coast Salish Anthem (arr. Rowson)
Rowson Carnival of OUR Animals
Traditional Musqueam Paddle Song (arr. Rowson)
5:30 pm: Fashion Show (West Coast Energy Hall)
Touch of Culture & Copperknot Jewelry
Designer: Himikalas (Pam Baker)
Coordinator: Joleen Mitton
6:00 pm: Performance with Featured Artists (Orpheum Stage)
D J O Show with members of the VSO
Nova Charles Voice and Guitar
Rhonda Head & Bogdan Dulu Voice and Piano
Numwayut = We Are All One Hand Drum Group
Mathews Red Trail Singers Powwow Finale
