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2023 ÂNSKOHK INDIGENOUS LITERATURE FESTIVAL

The Ânskohk Indigenous Literature Festival was created to showcase the diversity of writing by Indigenous authors, to educate the general population about the richness of Indigenous literature, and to promote further understanding of Indigenous peoples. The Ânskohk Festival is designed to appeal to a broad audience.

November 2, 2023 Livestream
7-9 PM – Celebrating our Story-iors
Join us for supper followed by dessert and discussions with SK Indigenous authors with new books! The program will begin with an Honour Song, and live music!

November 3, 2023 Livestream
Events at Remai Modern
9:30-10:30 AM – Indigenous Editing, Featuring Rita Bouvier, Waubgeshig Rice, and Tara Gereaux, moderated by Karon Shmon
11:00 AM-12:00 PM – Multiple Title Book Launch with Rita Bouvier, Waubgeshig Rice, and Michelle Good
3:00-4:00 PM – From Page to Screen Film and Media Discussion

November 3, 2023 Livestream
Events at Alt Hotel
7 PM – Keynote Address Featuring Norma Dunning
8-9 PM – Open Mic

November 4, 2023 Livestream
Events at Alt Hotel
9-9:45 AM – Fireside Morning Chat with Marjorie Beaucage and Prestin Thōtin-awāsis
10-11 AM – Writing for the Graphic Novel Format
11:15-12:15 PM – Fiction Showcase featuring Katherena Vermette, Waubgeshig Rice, and Norma Dunning hosted by former Canadian Parliamentary Poet Laureate Louise Bernice Halfe – Sky Dancer
1:15-2:15 PM – Lunch Keynote Address featuring Michelle Good