Tipi-raising competition delivers lessons about work and life
Raising a tipi is about more than building a shelter. This was one of many lessons learned by teams in the Glen Anaquod Tipi Raising Competition. Four teams from SaskEnergy joined others from the community at the University of Regina in late September to take part in the annual event. The event was started in 2008 by Glen Anaquod, an Elder from Muscowpetung First Nation, to bring cultures together and share teachings in a kind and loving way. “It is a competition. But the day is about participating in Indigenous culture, team building and most important, having fun,” says Sharla Sparvier...
… Glen Anaquod Tipi Raising Competition. Four teams from SaskEnergy joined others from the community at the University of … were encouraged to find humour in their interactions and efforts. Teams relied on communication and cooperation as they raised their poles, ensuring a stable base for their canvas. Teams who had to start over after their …