150th Anniversary of Treaty 6 Commemoration: New Single Cinematic Single “1876”
This August marks the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6, a historic nation-to-nation agreement between the Crown and over 50 Indigenous bands across a stretch of land spanning present-day Saskatchewan and Alberta, with reach into Northern Manitoba. Built on promises of mutual respect, shared responsibility, and coexistence, the Treaty established a relationship that continues to shape the lives of Treaty 6 people today.
From August 21 to 23, Fort Carlton Provincial Historic Park will host a gathering to commemorate the signing of Treaty 6. The very site where the Treaty was first negotiated and signed in 1876. The four-day event will feature live performances, cultural programming, treaty education, historic interpretation, and community dialogue.
A highlight of the event will be a live performance of “1876”, a is a new cinematic single by Métis vocalist Michelle Joly and Peter Cameron, with lyrics by Laurie Shaw-Greyeyes. Rooted in the Cree concept of Wahkohtowin — kinship, respect, and mutual responsibility. The song invites listeners to recognize treaties as living agreements that continue to shape Canada today, and will be released on Jul 31 in partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
