Métis Calgary Services is gearing up for Buffalo Symposium 4.0, bringing Indigenous youth from across Canada together in Calgary from October 22nd to 25th.
The inspiring Indigenous youth national conference is the culmination of 16-years of hard work for an Indigenous-by-Indigenous vision.
It will feature transformative workshops, keynote presentations and opportunities to connect with Indigenous leaders, role models, mentors and Elders.
The four-day event will also include a youth Resource Fair featuring post-secondary institutions and community services, recreational activities, and a Saturday evening dinner gala and dance party.
The speaker lineup includes Gemini Award-winning actor Michelle Thrush, MTV-nominated rapper Drezus, Suzette Amaya, Dr. Peter Eppinga, Conway Kootenay “Smudge Pan,” Amy Badry, DJ Staniml and Terrance Houle.
CJWE had the pleasure of speaking with Metis Calgary Services Jennifer Houle-Famakinde more about Buffalo Symposium 4.0:
More details here:
Métis Calgary Services is thrilled to announce The Buffalo Symposium 4.0: Inspiring Indigenous Youth National Conference, taking place from October 22nd to 25th, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta, at the Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre. This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of a 16-year, for-Indigenous-by-Indigenous vision and stands as the fourth and final Buffalo Symposium.
The event is open to Indigenous Youth from across Canada, aged 12 – 18 years. Participants under the age of 18 are required to attend with a registered chaperone; further details regarding chaperone registration can be provided upon request.
WEBSITE: http://www.mcfs.ca/buffalo
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