Thompson Island Cultural Camp, Thompson Island QC, Cornwall, ON (2026)

Proudly supported by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Dept.

07/15/2026

FROM CLAY TO FLAME: TRADITIONAL PIT FIRING DEMONSTRATION 🔥
Step into a tradition that connects us to the knowledge, skills, and sustainable practices of our ancestors.

Thompson Island Cultural Camp (TICC) invites community members to experience a traditional outdoor pit firing demonstration on Friday, July 17, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Akwesasne Seed Hub (1636 NY-37, Akwesasne, NY).

For thousands of years, our ancestors used wood fires to create pipes, cooking vessels, and other pottery pieces. During this hands-on cultural demonstration, Roger Perkins will share the traditional process of wood firing pottery, along with the teachings and knowledge connected to this practice. 🏺

This event is part of ongoing cultural revitalization efforts, helping reconnect our community with original ways of creating, learning, and living sustainably.

If you have any questions, please contact Thompson Island Cultural Camp at [email protected].

07/13/2026

CALL FOR ARTISTS, HEALERS, CULTURAL CONTRIBUTORS & FOOD VENDORS: AKWESASNE ORANGE SHIRT DAY 2026
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) invite artists, healers, cultural knowledge holders, educators, and food vendors to submit proposals to participate in Akwesasne Orange Shirt Day 2026. 🧡

This collaborative community event will take place on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Generations Park. The day will honour residential school survivors while supporting healing, cultural pride, and intergenerational learning through education and hands-on cultural experiences.

We are seeking participants who can provide approximately four hours of programming or services.

We welcome proposals for:
1️⃣ Food Vendors
2️⃣ Healing & Wellness Services
• Massage Therapy
• Reiki
• Crystal Healing
• Other traditional or holistic healing services
3️⃣ Interactive Cultural Activities & Demonstrations
Examples include, but are not limited to:
• Corn Husk Doll Making
• Basket Making (individual or collaborative)
• Tea Making
• Kanien'kéha Coloring Station
• Sweetgrass Bookmark Making
• Beadwork Demonstrations and Kits
• To***co Pouch Making
• Mini Clay Pots
• Orange Shirt educational activities
• Loom Demonstrations
• Other culturally relevant workshops, demonstrations, or interactive experiences

Interactive booths should encourage participation from children, youth, adults, and families. Where appropriate, activities should include a small takeaway item for approximately 200 participants. Collaborative projects that create one shared community piece are also encouraged.

To be considered, applicants must submit a completed Proposal Submission Form, including all required supporting information.

Please include:
• A description of your booth, workshop, service, or food offerings
• A budget request and detailed cost breakdown
• An overview of the participant experience
• Any space, equipment, or electrical requirements
• Photos of your work, products, or previous workshops (where applicable)
• Any additional information that will assist the planning committee in evaluating your proposal

Please email your completed Proposal Submission Form and any supporting documents to:
Ashley Tarbell
[email protected]

🗓️ Submission Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2026

Successful applicants will be contacted by August 14, 2026.

We look forward to working together to create a meaningful day of remembrance, healing, education, and cultural celebration for our community.

Download the proposal submission form: https://www.akwesasne.ca/news/posts/akwesasne-orange-shirt-day-2026-call-out/

07/06/2026

BUILD OUTDOOR SKILLS AT THOMPSON ISLAND
Adventure awaits at Thompson Island Cultural Camp! Youth ages 8–13 are invited to take part in a two-day Camp Skills program on July 7–8, where they'll learn practical outdoor skills while connecting with nature in a fun and supportive environment.

Participants will spend two days exploring Thompson Island through hands-on activities, including kayaking, plant harvesting, outdoor cooking, fish casting, and knot tying. Lunch and snacks will be provided both days, and youth should be prepared to participate in all activities.

🛥️ Pickup Locations
• 7:30 a.m. – Warden's Marina (Summerstown)
• 8:00 a.m. – Adams Marina (Snye)

Selected participants will receive a list of items to bring prior to camp.

📝 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjm7hSFjvs6LwWilrmTyEOWxRLARsai_vAesAuDxBNUJcygA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

For more information, please email [email protected].

🌲 We look forward to another exciting summer of learning, adventure, and connecting with the land!

05/11/2026

CALL OUT FOR ARTISANS & WORKSHOP FACILITATORS
Thompson Island Cultural Camp (TICC) is seeking artisans and facilitators to provide workshops for approximately 30–35 students on the following dates:
• May 26, 2026
• June 2, 2026

TICC is looking for engaging workshop opportunities that promote creativity, cultural learning, and hands-on participation.

Interested individuals are asked to submit a quote to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15. Please include:
• Cost of workshop (including all materials and teaching time)
• Description of the project/workshop
• Estimated length of the workshop
• Photo(s) of the completed project

Applicants may submit proposals for one or both dates.

For more information, please contact Thompson Island Cultural Camp at [email protected].

05/10/2026

For May 26th and June 2nd, TICC is looking for an instructor to provide a craft (small baskets, leather pouches, weaving, beading, painting, etc) for up to 4 hours for 30 people.
Quote must include the cost of your time and all materials.
Email your information to [email protected]

04/17/2026

REMINDER: BOOKINGS CLOSED FOR 2026
Thompson Island Cultural Camp (TICC) would like to remind the community that bookings for the 2026 season are full as of November 2025. Due to high demand, community members and visitors are encouraged to plan and submit booking requests early for future seasons.

TICC extends a sincere nia:wen/thank you to everyone who has shown interest in the camp. The continued support and enthusiasm for cultural programming at Thompson Island is greatly appreciated.

For any questions or to inquire about future seasons, please email [email protected].

Address

Thompson Island QC
Cornwall, ON
H0M1A0

Telephone

+16135752250

Website

https://www.akwesasne.ca/ticc

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