Dec. 01, 2025

This year, the Northern Kashechewan store in Ontario was proud to support the Kashechewan First Nation Resilience Festival held from August 10 to 15. This annual celebration brings the community together through art, music, and cultural traditions that honour the Kashechewan's long history of resilience.

Pictured above: Winner of the Ski-Doo snowmobile donated by Northern.

The festival committee organized a wide range of activities, including concerts, cultural programs, and creative games for youth. Hands-on workshops offered younger community members meaningful opportunities to learn traditional skills such as preparing cultural meals, working with hides and fur, and playing traditional drums and cultural games.

Throughout the week, community members came together to celebrate their rich history, cultural roots, and traditions. Musical performances from local artists and storytellers filled the festival grounds with country music and guest performers from nearby Cree communities.  

The Northern store was pleased to contribute to the celebrations by donating 10 cases of bottled water and a Ski-Doo valued at around $10,000, as part of the festival's raffle draw.

Our Northern team remains committed to strengthening the community by supporting initiatives and local partnerships that create a lasting, positive impact.