Events

Regina Treaty/Status Indian Services Inc. (RTSIS) presents Regina Urban Treaty Day 2026, a vibrant one-day event celebrating cultural diversity, understanding, and community connection.

Taking place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 11:30 PM, this free event is open to all community members and will be hosted at The Gathering Place, located at 4001 3rd Ave N, Regina, SK. The day kicks off with a traditional Pipe Ceremony from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, attendees can access essential services at the ID Clinic (offering SIN and Status Card support) and drop by the Treaty Annuity Payments hosted by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), which run until 6:00 PM. The day is packed with family-friendly activities, including a canteen, elders lounge, bouncy castle, children’s activities, vendor booths, and information booths.

Under the Big Tent, MC Ryan Shordee will guide an exciting lineup of events starting with opening remarks at 10:00 AM, followed by Powwow and Jigging demonstrations, and various high-stakes competitions featuring cash prizes.

Competition categories include Bannock Making, Chili Making, Pie Making, Neckbone Eating, Karaoke Singing, Jigging, and a Round Dance Lead Singing Contest.

To register for any of these competitions, please contact Kayla Watson-McNab via email at kwatson-mcnab@rtsis.com or by phone at 306-522-7494.

Attendees can also participate in the First Nations Employment Centre (FNEC) survey for a chance to win huge prizes, including passes to Shake the Lake and the Queen City Ex.

A free community BBQ will follow from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, transitioning into an evening of live entertainment featuring performances by Novalee Fox at 6:30 PM and Terri-Anne Strongarm at 8:00 PM, concluding with a spectacular fireworks display at 10:30 PM. This incredible community celebration is proudly sponsored by Mosaic, BHP, and RTSIS.