Standing Bear Community Chili & Bannock Bake-Off Fundraiser

Join us for a heartfelt day of food, culture, community, and connection at the Standing Bear Community Chili & Bannock Bake-Off Fundraiser. A welcoming community gathering in support of cultural celebration, reconciliation, and togetherness. This event is open to everyone!
The land in Riverdale Community, perched at the edge of the North Saskatchewan River and at the heart of Edmonton, holds rich indigenous history. The community is fortunate to have numerous residents stewarding the land and have generously welcomed our Community to host our fundraiser in the cherished Riverdale Park, and Rinkhouse.
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🪶 All proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards Standing Bear Community's 2026 Ghost Dance Ceremony held in Enoch in the fall.
🌿ALL🌿 are welcome to attend the fundraiser this July.
🌿ALL🌿 are welcome to attend Ghost Dance Ceremony in the fall.
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Saturday, July 18th Fundraiser Day Events:
🌿 Community Chili & Bannock Tasting ($12 Donation Applies)
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle ($8 increments)
🔥 Silent Auction (optional)
🪶 Cultural Gathering (free)
🪶 Drumming & Song (free)
💛 Community Connection (free)
🍵 Sweetgrass Tea (free)
🧂 (Tentative) Bannock-Making Workshop (free)
🔥 Evening-time fireside sharing

Come spend the day with us enjoying homemade chili and bannock creations from local participants, while supporting an important grassroots community fundraiser.
Guests will have the opportunity to:
• Taste and vote on delicious chili & bannock entries
• Browse unique handmade and donated silent auction items
• Participate in our 50/50 raffle
• Connect with community members in a welcoming and family-friendly environment
• Learn more about Ghost Dance and Standing Bear Community initiatives
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📍 Location: Riverdale Rinkhouse (Riverdale House), Riverdale Park, Edmonton
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎫 Entry Fee: Free
🍞 Chili & Bannock Tasting: $12 per person
Payment Methods Accepted:
• Cash
• E-Transfer
• Debit/Credit
What to bring:
• Some lawn chairs for evening fireside hangouts
• Dress for the weather (rain or shine)
• Your beautiful smiles
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🌿 We are currently looking for:
🌶️ Chili Chef Contestants
🍞 Bannock Maker Contestants
🎁 Silent Auction Donations
🙌 Volunteers & Community Support
Prizes for winning Chili & Bannock Chef(s): ** TBD **
Suggested silent auction items include:
• Ribbon skirts & shirts
• Handmade jewelry
• Traditional clothing
• Artworks & crafts
• Crystals & cultural items
• Gift baskets and local goods
• New/Unused Houseware
We need volunteers to help with:
• Setup & Tear down (9am-12pm) & (6pm-8pm)
• Ticket Sales & Food Serving (12pm -7pm)
• Silent Auction Oversight (12pm-7pm)
• Firekeeper (4pm-7pm)
If you would like to participate, donate, volunteer, or contribute auction items, please send a direct message to Charmaine Bailey or Kris Owlette (Carissa).
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🌿 Direct Donations:
We are also accepting direct cash or e-transfer donations to Treasurer: [email protected].
If you would like to donate please notify Kris Owlette (Carissa) of your contribution.
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This event is about more than fundraising. It is about bringing people together through food, culture, generosity, and community spirit.
Please invite your friends, family, and loved ones. We would be honoured to gather with you and make new friends.
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