The second North American Indigenous Games were held in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, July 18-25, 1993
The 1993 Games continued the legacy of sporting excellence and personal development started in 1990 for all Indigenous participants
The focus was on youth to experience the rich history and cultural traditions so they can stand strong, brave and true
They attracted approximately 4,400 sport participants and several hundred cultural performers from Indigenous communities across Canada and the United States
The second North American Indigenous Games were held in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, July 18-25, 1993
The second North American Indigenous Games were held in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, July 18-25, 1993
Rick Brant 1993
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, CANADA
© Rick Brant 1993
Eugene Arcand, Chairperson, 1993 NAIG
1993 North American Indigenous Games Host Society tape, "T.S.N Report#2"
Video: North American Indigenous Games Council, 1993 NAIG Host Society, TSN 1993
© TSN 1993
Altogether, an estimated 25,000 participants and spectators attended
The sports contested were Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Canoeing, Fastball, Golf, Field Lacrosse, Rifle Shooting, Soccer, Swimming, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Overall team champion: Saskatchewan, for the 2nd time
Many cultural activities included both young and old: "Culture is our heritage; it’s part of our being." "We always include our cultural ways . . . to enhance the pride of one and all." (Eugene Arcand). Events presented in the Cultural Village were:
Traditional Dances: Fancy, Square, Jingle Dress and others
All Nations traditional Pow wows and food fairs
Fashion show
Elders circle
Traditional sports
Talent show
Craft fair
Rodeo
Altogether, an estimated 25,000 participants and spectators attended
The sports contested were Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Canoeing, Fastball, Golf, Field Lacrosse, Rifle Shooting, Soccer, Swimming, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Overall team champion: Saskatchewan, for the 2nd time
Many cultural activities included both young and old: "Culture is our heritage; it’s part of our being." "We always include our cultural ways . . . to enhance the pride of one and all." (Eugene Arcand). Events presented in the Cultural Village were:
Some of the cultural and sporting events
1993 North American Indigenous Games Host Society tape, "T.S.N Report#2"
Video: North American Indigenous Games Council, 1993 NAIG Host Society, TSN 1993
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From a volunteer
Lorna Arcand, Host Community Coordinator and Athlete Services
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North American Indigenous Games Council
Photo: North American Indigenous Games Council, 1993 North American Indigenous Games Host Society, TSN 1993
© TSN 1993
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