Breaking bannock whether it’s fried or baked brings people together.
It also helps create a sense of community and for Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, it’s how they are able to connect with people on a personal level.
Windspeaker Radio Network spoke with the Bent Arrow Communications Officer Vernon Boldick to to find out more on how attendees get connected.
The event has people come from all around the community, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. Everyone comes to break bread and Caleb Jacko a culture connector speaks on how the event keeps Indigenous culture alive.
How the event got started at Bent Arrow, no one really knows. Some say it’s been around for six years, others say 30.
Resident Elder for Bent Arrow Tom Snow expressed how the staff get excited for the event as they are the ones who not only organize the menu but bring them to live.
One thing is for sure is that Soup and Bannock is an important part of Bent Arrow’s outreach.
To learn more about when the next soup and Bannock is or to learn more about other programs by Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, visit their website and social media to see what is being cooked up.
See our photo gallery of the event below
