First Nations make history with pavilion at CWA

The first-ever First Nations Pavilion was hosted at this year’s Canadian Western Agribition by the Cowessess First Nation and Kawacatoose First Nation. “It has long been a goal of mine to share our culture,” said Elmer Eashappie, a member of Carry the Kettle Nakoda First Nation and architect of the pavilion, in a news release. Rick Poznikoff, manager of community relations and Aboriginal Affairs, with Canadian Pacific, said his company was pleased to support the event. “We value the role First Nations people have in our community. This is an excellent opportunity to share their culture with visitors from around the world,” he said.