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Please note that if the gym reaches full capacity, access may be temporarily limited. However, we anticipate a steady flow of people entering and leaving, which should help ensure availability throughout the day.
All community members, including non-Indigenous, are welcome and are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in what a Powwow has to offer.
Experiencing a Powwow emphasizes the importance of relationship-building with everyone while providing opportunities to learn more about Indigenous culture and knowledge. The U of T Mississauga Indigenous Centre welcomes you to the All-Nations Powwow on October 4, 2025.
Invited Drums Only
Dancers must be in full regalia for end-of-day honoraria payout
Vendors are invite-only due to limited capacity.
Free parking on the UTM campus (P4 & P8).
We encourage you to bring your own water bottles.
No pets allowed, service animals exempted.
Yes, this event is open to the public.
No, admission to the Powwow is free. Get your free ticket to the 2025 All-Nations Powwow >>
You will need your free entry ticket to attend the All-Nations Powwow. Claim your free ticket >>
Yes, dancers will be required to register to receive end of day honoraria. Dancer registration will be available on the day of the Powwow from 11:00 - 1:30 PM.
This event will be held in-person only.
Please note that if the gym reaches full capacity, access may be temporarily limited. However, we anticipate a steady flow of people entering and leaving, which should help ensure availability throughout the day.
If you are a first-time Powwow visitor, we recommend watching the recording of the Powwow Protocols and Etiquette Webinar.
While attending a Powwow, there are some rules that guests must follow, such as:
- Listen to the emcee to understand protocols. The emcee will note when to stand, when to remove your hat, and when it is okay to take photos. Some parts of the event are sacred and prohibit any photography or videography.
- Do not touch the Drums.
- Visitors are strongly encouraged to ask permission from Dancers before taking photos.
- Do not touch the Dancers’ regalia (clothing) without asking permission first.
- If you see an Eagle Feather on the ground, please do not pick it up yourself. Inform a member from the Indigenous community to help.
- Do not bring pets as the Powwow grounds are considered sacred.
Expect a full day of traditional ceremonies, singing, and dancing. The All-Nations Powwow will also host three dance competitions called specials — a Men’s Traditional Dance Special, a Jingle Dress Dance Special, and a Red Dress Special.
There will also be a range of tables featuring Indigenous-owned businesses to browse and shop.
The Firekeeper will also host fire teachings by the sacred fire (outside the RAWC) at 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM.
Guests may stop by anytime to watch the events and shop.
The Powwow events will be held indoors at the UTM Recreation, Athletics and Wellness Centre.
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes, food and beverages are available on campus. You can find a variety of options at different locations with the following hours of operation:
- Tim Hortons: 10AM – 5PM
- Davis Food Court, Booster Juice: 11AM – 4PM
- Starbucks (Library): 12PM – 6PM
Yes, all food services will accept credit or debit.
UTM no longer sells disposable water bottles on campus. We encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle to refill at the water stations around campus.
Due to capacity limitations on campus, vendors will be by invitation only.
Check out the 2025 list of vendors.
Most vendors at the Powwow will only accept cash.
Yes, an ATM is located near the Food Court inside the William G. Davis Building.
Yes, there is a Mamava Pod on the 2nd floor of the the William G. Davis Building.
The infant-changing station is on the ground floor of the Recreation, Athletics, and Wellness Centre.
Smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the UTM campus. Learn more about U of T’s Smoke-Free Policy »
Strictly no pets allowed, with the exception of service animals. For more information on service animals, please refer to the U of T Service Animals Guideline.
Please contact Sabrina Sy, Powwow Coordinator, if you require information in an alternate format or if any other arrangements can make this event accessible.
Yes, this event offers ASL interpretation.
The Powwow will be held indoors at:
University of Toronto Mississauga
Recreation, Athletics & Wellness Centre (RAWC)
3359 Mississauga Road
Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6
View directions on Google Maps »
The UTM-St.George shuttle will be operating the day of the Powwow.
For transit routes and driving directions, visit the UTM Maps and Directions page.
Yes, parking will be free all-day at parking lots P4 and P8. View Parking Map »
For more information about Pay & Display parking elsewhere on campus, check out the Campus Parking page.
There are accessibility parking spaces at P1, P4, P8, and P9.
Yes, UTM has 12 designated EV charging stations available on the lower level of parking deck P8. For more information on charging your electric vehicle on campus, please refer to the EV stations page.
Sustainability is a priority for UTM, and we need your help to make the All-Nations Powwow Event more sustainable! Here are some simple ways you can contribute to sustainability at the event:
Before the Event
- Pack a litter-free meal: Bring your food in reusable containers and use reusable cutlery to minimize waste.
- Bring your own water bottle: Help reduce single-use plastics by bringing a refillable water bottle.
- Choose sustainable transportation: Walk, bike, carpool, or use public transit to get to the event and reduce your carbon footprint.
During the Event
- Sort your waste correctly: Utilize the 4-stream waste bins for proper disposal (paper recycling, container recycling, organics, and landfill). Follow the signage carefully to make sure your waste goes to the right place.
We are grateful for the overwhelming support for the 2025 Powwow. Volunteer applications for this year’s Powwow are now closed.
Parts of the Powwow are sacred and should not be photographed or videographed. The Master of Ceremonies will announce when pictures and videos are appropriate. Visitors are strongly encouraged to ask permission from Dancers and vendors before taking photos.
If you are a first-time Powwow visitor, we recommend watching the Powwow Protocols and Etiquette Workshop.
For media inquiries, please contact Julia Le, Issues and Media Relations Strategist, at juliaivy.le@utoronto.ca.
