As part of National Addictions Awareness Week, community members will gather on Thursday, Nov. 19 for a Healing Round Dance hosted at the Fort McKay Band Hall.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Attendees will share a meal from 5 to 6 p.m., immediately following a supper prayer at 4:55 p.m.
Opening speeches begin at 6 p.m., followed by a sober speaker at 6:05 p.m. and the first dance with Chief, Council and staff at 6:10 p.m..
The Round dance will continue through 7:45 p.m., leading into a traditional giveaway ceremony and closing remarks.
Organizers are encouraging women attending the event to wear skirts and men to wear ribbon shirts.
Anyone with questions about cultural protocol can contact Fort McKay cultural advisor Audrey Redcrow at 780-215-1458 or aredcrow@fortmckay.com.
Elders who require transportation can contact Tara Vivian at 780-742-4927.
