Niagara Regional Native Centre Dewa’ë:ö’ Charity Tournament

Ëshënötganye' hëöweh tënötganye:ak onëhjih
“They'll play again where they used to play a long time ago.”

Join us for a powerful day of tradition, sport, and community as we bring the game of Dewa’ë:ö’ (lacrosse) back to the historic grounds of Butler’s Barracks — the site of the last recorded traditional game played here 165 years ago.

The day begins with a Traditional Game played across a full 500-metre field, with an estimated 300+ players on the field at once. From there, the Dewa’ë:ö’ Charity Tournament will continue with wooden stick lacrosse played across six fields and three divisions. Games will run throughout the day and conclude with a community feast in the evening.

🎪 There will be vendors, food, and more to enjoy throughout the day — it's a full community celebration!

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This is more than a tournament — it’s a homecoming, an act of reclamation, and a celebration of culture.

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