Six-Nations Of The Grand River Annual Pow Wow + Chiefswood National Historic Site

Today you will have the opportunity to experience the annual "Champion of Champions" Pow Wow of the Six Nations Of The Grand River, one of the largest Pow Wows in the country. 

The Grand River Powwow Committee on behalf of the Six Nations of the Grand River is staging it's 40th annual Aboriginal Multicultural event and showcasing its 'pride' in music, dance, arts and crafts. Please join us for this unique once a year event.
1-Day Trip
Sun July 28, 2019
​$84 + HST
To book over the phone
please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on deluxe bus with a washroom and WiFi.
  • Admission to the Champion of Champions Pow Wow of the Six Nations Of The Grand River. 
  • Grand Entrance of Dancers
  • Admission to the Chiefswood National Historic Site, the home of poetess E. Pauline Johnson also known as Tekahionwake.
  • Hundreds of vendors of native arts & crafts & food vendors.
  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks during  the tour.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during the tour. 
  • All tips included.

Pickup Locations

Return Times

  • Appleby Line 4:15 PM
  • Mississauga 4:45 PM
  • York Mills 5:25 PM
  • Vaughan 6:00 PM

Tour Dates

Sun July 28, 2019

Prices

Adult: $84 + HST
Child (2-17): $75 + HST
Infant in arms, not using seat: Free
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All tips included!
To book over the phone, please call (866) 208-2950

Travelling With Children

  • Children of all ages are welcome on this tour. Infants held in your arms and who do not require a seat,  travel free of charge.

Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date. 
  • Your seat is fully transferable to anyone else up to the time of departure without penalty. 

Trip Highlights

Pow Wow

The highlight of our tour will be the Six Nations Of The Grand River Pow Wow. 

The forum for this expression in the arts has been coined a "Powwow" and is always presented with the utmost dignity. The event takes place in the open-air at the Chiefswood Tent & Trailer Park, on the grounds of the former Estate of the Mohawk Poetess E. Pauline Johnson, at the Six Nations of the Grand River Community. 

This event has become a major tourist attraction locally, nationally and internationally. This year promises to be just as spectacular as past years. Many dancers and singers representing every major North American native cultural group dressed in their finest regalia are expected to attend.

Chiefswood National Historic Site

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Often regarded as the woman who opened the door for both First Nations and female writers in Canada, E. Pauline Johnson, was renowned for her poetry and performances that celebrated her First Nations heritage.

Born in 1861 at Chiefswood Mansion, to Chief George H.M. Johnson and his wife Emily Howells, Pauline Johnson, also referred to as Tekahionwake, was the youngest of four children.

In 1983 Pauline Johnson was designated a Person of National Historic Significance by the Canadian Government.  A bilingual plaque in English and Mohawk, denoting her designation is located at Chiefswood.

Admission to the Chiefswood mansion is included today at no extra charge. It is about a 5 minute walk from the Pow Wow grounds.

Vendor Market 

Over 100 vendors of arts, crafts and food will be on the grounds selling their wares. 

Your option for lunch will be to purchase something to eat from the numerous vendors on site. If you prefer, please feel free to bring your own packed lunch. 

 There will be seating in the bleachers but we recommend you bring your own lawn chair for greater comfort.