Thompsonites turned out in droves for Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak’s (MKO) second free fall feast at the Thompson Regional Community Centre Oct. 10, featuring food, music and entertainment.
“This is our way of reaching out to everyone to come together in one place, one space, so that we can join together in the spirit of brotherhood and also in the spirt of family and also in the spirit of unity,” said MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee prior to the meal being served. “We just want you today to have fun, enjoy our fine food and also some entertainment. I’m honoured that you decided to join us.”
Deputy mayor Kathy Valentino greeted the crowd on behalf of the City of Thompson.
“I think it’s important that as leaders we remember we will always be friends,” Valentino said. “I believe our friendship with MKO in the City of Thompson is very, very unique and we will not let politics get in the way of that.”
