Fraser Lake RCMP take part in National Indigenous Peoples Day event

Community members gathered at the Fraser Lake Arena and Recreation Field to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on Friday.

The celebration brought people together to enjoy activities, connect with one another, and recognize the cultures, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples.

Members of the Fraser Lake RCMP attended and joined community partners in celebrating the day.

Local Mounties thank the Stellat’en and Nadleh Whut’en First Nations, the Village of Fraser Lake, event organizers, volunteers, and everyone who attended for helping make the celebration a success.

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations were held across the country on Sunday.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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