Traditional Gatherings
Traditional Gatherings
Generally, traditional gatherings are organized by a large majority of Cree communities to celebrate family and community life.
These events feature cultural activities and are held for the most part in the summertime.
The Corporation has adopted a Policy on Traditional Gatherings that provides funding for 50% of projects up to a maximum amount of $50,000 for one traditional gathering per community per year.
A total amount of $225,251 was committed for traditional gatherings for the year 2008-2009, as follows:
- 2008-031: Old Nemaska 2008 Gathering: $50,000
- 2008-061: Whapmagoostui Traditional Gathering: $50,000
- 2008-068: Waswanipi Traditional Gathering Chiiwetau: $40,251
- 2008-091: Oujé-Bougoumou Gathering Swampy Place 2008: $25,000
- 2008-130: Chisasibi Annual Traditional Pow Wow 2009: $10,000
- 2009-031: Youth Council Proposal for Elders and Youth Gathering: $50,000
