A Grand Entry is a procession of community flags, Indigenous veterans, VIPs from both the campus and wider community who have contributed in some way to the success of the graduates, and of course, the graduates themselves.
For Grand Entry, you will be directed to your position by the Arena Director or by Indigenous Student Centre staff. Tobacco will be presented to you in appreciation of your participation of the day's events. You will be acknowledged by the community for your support. After the Grand Entry, you may place the tobacco on a drum of your choice or you may place the tobacco in a bowl provided at the front of the stage.
Want to learn about Grand Entry?
Please join a virtual information session to find out more about the importance and protocols for Grand Entry. We will talk about what Grand Entry is, who is honoured and acknowledged at this time, and the importance of being passed tobacco. We hope you are able to join us for this short session!
Topic: Grand Entry Information Session
Time: May 2, 2022 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 893 8965 6689
Passcode: 225914
Topic: Grand Entry Information Session
Time: May 3, 2022 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 833 8829 4675
Passcode: 059799