The 2025 Ben Calf Robe Traditional Pow Wow took place at the Commonwealth Rec Centre’s indoor field house on May 11th.

This year’s theme was Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin - Indigenous Way of Life. This theme, as stated on the Pow Wow’s website (ecsd.net/powwow), “emphasizes the importance of preserving, living, and passing on Indigenous culture, language, and traditions to future generations.”

The event was supported by the City of Edmonton, Edmonton Catholic Schools, and Ben Calf Robe Society. 

Thousands of people from different cultures and walks of life took the opportunity to experience the free, family-friendly event which has been taking place in the McCauley area for more than a decade. Here is a look at some of the celebrations during the Grand Entry. 

Photos by Paula E. Kirman.