# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Rise with sâkihitowin (love) connect, culture, community, grow, and lead with love.About this EventCome join us for a day filled with inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. This conference is a platform for Indigenous youth to come together, share experiences, and empower each other.Get ready to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from knowledgeable speakers, and participate in discussions. Let's rise together and make a difference!Emcee's: nipîy Iskwew and Tammy Rae LamoucheKEYNOTE speakers are:Friday night performances and open mic with Mathew Cardinal, Tammy Rae, and nipîy Iskwew. Saturday is a day filled with a MacEwan Alumni Panel, presentations from MacEwan Campus, including the Chemistry Department, Sport & Wellness, kihêw waciston's Knowledge Keepers, and seperate tour groups of the campus!We prefer payment by credit card; however, if you need to pay by cheque, please follow the instructions below:Send a cheque for the total amount $200 per person before January 16, 2026.MacEwan Universitykihêw waciston room 9-115P.O. Box 1796Edmonton,AlbertaT5J 2P2 CanadaEmail us at footea4@macewan.ca to inform us that the cheque has been sent.Register for tickets under: Cheque Payment ONLYNote: Cheque must be received within 15 business days from when you register or you registration may be cancelledCheck out some of our photo's from last years conference! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ed452ca0-c5ed-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w987-h740-dcbdaa92-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ed7febb0-c5ed-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w987-h740-dcd4c6ba-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/edb309a0-c5ed-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w987-h740-dcc4c2bc-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ede934d0-c5ed-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w987-h740-dcc1bcab-gmir.jpg February 13?: 05:00 PMDoors open?: 06:00 PMWelcome from Emcee'sDinner?: 06:45 PMEvening Interactive ActivitiesInfo: Networking i.e. mingle bingo, valentine card exchange etc..?: 07:15 PMPerformance by Mathew CardinalInfo: If time permits we will do a short open mic or karaoke song with students?: 07:45 PM - 08:00 PMPerformance by Tammy and nipiy and Closing RemarksFebruary 14?: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AMBreakfast?: 09:15 AM - 09:30 AMGrand Entry (TBC)?: 09:30 AM - 09:40 AMOpening Blessing by Knowledge Keeper Tom Snow?: 09:40 AM - 09:50 AMWelcoming by Emcee's?: 09:50 AM - 09:55 AMOpening remarks from Dr. Annette Trimbee; President & Vice- Chancellor ?: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AMKeynote Speakers Leo and Pricilla McGilvery ?: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AMMovement Break?: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMMacEwan Alumni Panel with Mallory Yawnghwe, Keestin O'Dell, and Chase Soosay ?: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PMLunch and Performance by Tammy and nipiy?: 12:50 PM - 01:50 PMBreakout SessionInfo: Session 1: Brittany Johnson Session 2: Emery Assiniboine Session 3: Etienna Moostoos - Lafferty Session 4: Shelby Framboise Session 5: Teddy Carter Session 6: kihew waciston ?: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PMTour BlockInfo: Tour 1: Allard Hall Tour 2: Explore the Benefits of Sport and Wellness Tour 3: Library Makerspace Tour 4: Chemistry All Around You Tour 5: Residence Tour 6: Zebrafish Facility Tour Tour 7: kw Turtle Markers Tour?: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PMBreak & Snack?: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PMKeynote Speaker James Makokis?: 03:34 PM - 04:00 PMClosing Remarks, Conference Evaluation, and Door Prizes?: 04:00 PMRetiring of the Eagle Staff - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/2026-indigenous-youth-rising-conference/100001902276302629 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, open-mic, sports, health-wellness, karaoke, bingo, workshops, music, valentines-day - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 200, max: 200, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edmonton - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Paul Byrne Hall (9-115) - **lat**: 53.5467131 - **long**: -113.5108528 - **full address**: Paul Byrne Hall (9-115), 10910 104 Avenue, Edmonton, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ea06b4ad0bce5d41fcf2c919080f86db969155148fcc400345d92e4af2072cda-rimg-w1200-h675-dc130119-gmir.jpg?v=1763628643 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference being held? - **A:** 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference takes place on Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Paul Byrne Hall (9-115), 10910 104 Avenue, Edmonton, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference? - **A:** Tickets for 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference are priced at CAD 200 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionCAD 200Available - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference? - **A:** 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference is organized by kihew waciston MacEwan University. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Indigenous Youth Rising Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edmonton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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