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The Ottawa Indigenous Children and Youth Pow Wow is an annual cultural celebration that brings together Indigenous children, youth, families, and the wider community to honour and share Indigenous traditions, identity, and heritage. The Children's Pow Wow is hosted by the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition this year to give respite to the usual host, Odawa Native Friendship Centre. The event creates a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds can experience traditional songs, dances, ceremonies, and teachings.

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At its heart, the Pow Wow is about connection, culture, and community. It provides opportunities for young people to engage with their cultural roots through meaningful ceremonies such as baby welcoming, first-time dancer, and walking-out ceremonies, each offering guidance and support while reinforcing the shared responsibility of passing on traditions to future generations.