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CHIPPEWAS OF KETTLE AND STONY POINT
AQUAFEST 2012
A HONOURING AND DEDICATION FOR WATER PROTECTION
MISSION STATEMENT: Our goal is to educate the community, visitors and the surrounding
communities the importance of water. We want to educate and create
awareness of the First Nation’s traditional conservation values for water
protection. Ipperwash Beach is a family destination in the summer increasing
traffic, water usage and recreational activities and the First Nation welcomes
the tourist season based on respect and appreciation of the land and resources.
PURPOSE:
THEME:
The purpose of this proposal is to request grant contributions to support the
Aquafest 2012 activities that will be hosted on August 11, 2012, offshore at
West Ipperwash Beach, Ontario.
The theme for Aquafest 2012 is “Honouring the Water.” A day of recognition
and acknowledgement. We want to relay the importance of clean water.
Clean water for harvesting.
Clean water for health & well-being
Beautiful sandy beaches along the freshwater shores of Lake Huron make for
special summers in the around Lambton Shores, the popular Ipperwash Beach
welcomes visitors each year, and is also know to be a popular family destination
for day trips, camping areas and seasonal cottagers. Ipperwash Beach offers
three main access points – off West Ipperwash Road, Ipperwash Road and Army
Camp Road. The First Nation advocates respect and appreciation for the
traditional territory as part of their goal to build a safe and healthy
environment.
ACTIVITES:
The activities will be held at West Ipperwash Beach, and will be open to the
public. The agenda will be entertaining and educational for all family members.
A special ceremony will be held by our respectful, traditional Elders and
community drum group. This will be done to honour our land & resources.
BENEFITS OF PROJECT: Aquafest provides many benefits throughout our community.
Creates awareness and education regarding water protection.
Engages all ages to become involved.
Increases community participation and pride in their community.
Encourages youth to become involved.
Promotes land and water stewardship.
OUR BELIEFS:
Water for Aboriginal peoples is the basis of all life. At the beginning of time, the
Creator gave instructions to Aboriginal peoples to respect water, air, and the
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