Aboriginal Story Telling Month

February has been designated Saskatchewan Aboriginal Storytelling Month and the provincial government is once again pleased to be a partner in this significant cultural initiative.

Storytelling events will take place across the province this month, particularly in 30 northern communities, promoting the rich oral history and cultural traditions of First Nations and Métis people.

The main co-ordinator of the celebrations is the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples committee.

“Winter is a traditional time for Aboriginal people to share the gift and time-honoured custom of storytelling,” Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA Greg Lawrence said on behalf of Minister responsible for First Nations, Métis and Northern Affairs Donna Harpauer. “The stories, songs and performances we will hear and see this month will reflect an indigenous experience that is such a vital part of the fabric of Saskatchewan.”