Our Guide to Indigenous Events Happening in Vancouver | October 2018

WHERE TO GO

The Greasy Spoon Diner Supper Series

Chef Lauraleigh Paul Yuxweluptun’aat will host the latest event in The Greasy Spoon Diner Supper Series. Lauraleigh Paul Yuxweluptun’aa is the owner and chef of Bigheart Bannock, a catering company and café that offers unique Indigenous cuisine.

When: October 22nd
Where: Save On Meats Diner
Cost: $95

WHAT TO LEARN

Reading Indigenous Self-representation in Comics

Cole Pauls, a Tahltan comic artist, will host readings and an artist talk that examines Indigeneity in comics created by both non-Indigenous and Indigenous authors.

When: October 16th, October 25th
Where: Pollyanna 圖書館 Library
Cost: Free

WHAT TO WATCH

VIFF Indigenous Stories

As part of the 2018 Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), Biidaaban, follows the journey of a gender-fluid Indigenous youth and Sabe as they set out to gather sap from sugar maples.

When: October 7th
Where: International Village 8
Cost: $13-$15

WHAT TO LISTEN TO

Jeremy Dutcher

Jeremy Dutcher is an award-winning Indigenous operatic tenor and composer. His latest album, Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa, won the 2018 Polaris Music Prize. His music blends his Indigenous roots with classical, traditional and pop to create unique compositions.