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posted by Natascia Lypny on Jan 10, 2013 - View profile

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Idle NO More UNITY Concert & Rally Public


7:00pm
Thursday January 17 2013

Venue: Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Centre
Address: 437 Prince Street
Cost: Free

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Hosted by Candy Palmater of the APTN's Candy Show. Featuring some of the best rising Indigenous entertainers and motivational speakers in the Atlantic. We'll be hosting a cultural showcase and silent auction, have drummers from all over Mi'kma'ki, hoop dancers, two live bands, young rap/hip-hop artists, comedy, speakers, etc. Event is open to everyone across Mi'kma'ki, Wabanaki and Maliseet territories! Should be an awesome event so spread the word and come out to show your support for Idle No More! Unity is Strength! 

We're still looking for sponsorship to cover the costs of the venue, sound system, entertainment etc. and so far- we're at the half way mark. At the most the cost will be is $10 at the door, our goal is a free event though. Please call or text Leroy Denny if you could please help with donations. 

If you need accommodations: Group rate at Holiday Inn is 109 per night plus tax. Group name is "Idle No More"

Super 8 Hotel located on Treaty Trail in Millbrook is also offering us a group rate of $96.00 (tax free with status card). Group name is "Idle No More". Limited rooms so book early if you're planning on spending the night!

 
Organizer:Shelley Young (902) 872-0109 or Molly Peters (902) 870-6508 To volunteer: Nilan Marshall (902) 317-1079 or Isabella Marbell (902) 750-0688 Entertainment/Open Mic/Vendors: Jaime Battiste (902) 317-6718 Cultural Showcase: Simon Nevin (902) 750-0406 Sponsorship: Leroy Denny (902) 578-9190

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