I n the small community of Climax, the local museum is creating space for reflection, learning, and connection. Through its Culture Days events, the Climax Community Museum commemorates the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, offering residents meaningful opportunities to learn, share stories, and strengthen their commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
“I am very grateful to the people from Climax. I never thought that they would bring something like this here, to try to learn about what their forefathers didn’t understand.” – CLARENCE OAKES, KNOWLEDGE KEEPER FROM NEKANEET FIRST NATION.
This year, the Museum worked alongside First Nations artists, Knowledge Keepers, educators, and leaders - Clarence Oakes (Nekaneet First Nation), Sylvia Thorburn (Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation), Dr. Sean Chandler (Aaniiih, Fort Belknap), and Gabriel Essaunce Lamarche (Beausoleil First Nation) - who shared their knowledge and experiences with the community. The Climax Museum received support from SaskCulture’s Culture Days Hub Sponsorship, with funding from the Sask Lotteries Trust Fund.
l-r: Clarence Oakes, Yvonne Mosquito, Marina Gryde and Sylvia Thorburn gather at one of the Climax Museum's Culture Days events in 2025. (Photos by Hannah Williams)
The Climax Culture Days Hub included activities such as flint knapping, beading and ribbon skirt presentations to foster understanding in the community. (Photos by Hannah Williams)
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