Saskatoon StarPhoenix photojournalist Michelle Berg was on hand for the grand entry at Back to Batoche Days, which continue until Sunday.
Roberta Ballantyne performs with Northern Prairie Dancers during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
BATOCHE — Thousands of people are gathering this weekend for the annual Back to Batoche Days, the outdoor celebration of Metis culture, language and traditions. On Friday, Saskatoon StarPhoenix photojournalist Michelle Berg was on hand for the grand entry of the event, which continues until Sunday.
Northern Prairie Dancers sit for a photo during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Metis Nation Saskatchewan President Glen McCallum delivers a passionate speech during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Metis National Council president Cassidy Caron speaks during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Metis Nation Saskatchewan President Glen McCallum shakes hands after his passionate speech during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Over 200 delegates fill the seats during the opening ceremony of Back to Batoche. Photo taken in Batoche, Sask. on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
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